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Fort Myers, FL · Full color, all over
Dye sublimation.
Unlimited full color dyed right into polyester fabric. Perfect for UV-protective sun shirts, fishing shirts, moisture-wicking tees, jerseys and hoodies, with no feel and no fade.
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(239) 461-7245
6Piece minimum
∞Colors, no per-color fees
5–7Business day turnaround
0Feel on the fabric
What it costs
Sun shirts from $9
Typical finished price · garment included
Short sleevefrom $9shirt included, printed
Long sleeve sun shirtfrom $12shirt included, printed
Finished prices include a typical polyester performance shirt. Final price depends on the garment style, print area and quantity. Minimum 6 pieces. Bringing your own light polyester shirts? Ask about decoration-only pricing.
How it works
Ink that becomes part of the fabric
Dye sublimation works differently from any other method. Your design is printed onto special transfer paper with sublimation inks. Under high heat and pressure, those inks turn into a gas and bond into the polyester fibers themselves. When the fabric cools, the color is locked inside.
Because the ink becomes part of the shirt instead of sitting on top, there's nothing to crack, peel or wash away, and you can't feel the print at all. The fabric stays just as soft, light and breathable as it was, which is exactly what you want in Southwest Florida heat.
The one rule: white or light polyester
Sublimation dye is transparent, so it only shows on white or light-colored polyester or high-poly blends. It won't work on cotton or dark fabrics. For those, we'll recommend screen printing or DTF.
What affects the price
Complete shirts start at $9 for short sleeve and $12 for long sleeve. There are no per-color fees, so a photo-quality design with dozens of colors costs the same as one color. Pricing is based on the garment style, the print area (a chest logo versus full-body coverage) and the quantity.
The details
- Fabric
- 100% polyester or high-poly blends, white or light colors only
- Colors
- Unlimited full color, photos and gradients, no per-color fees
- Minimum
- 6 pieces
- Turnaround
- 5–7 business days. Rush available.
- Placement
- Front, back, sleeves or full-body coverage
- Pricing
- Short sleeve from $9, long sleeve sun shirts from $12, shirt included
- Contract printing
- Contact us for pricing and guidelines
What we sublimate
Made for life on the water
Fishing & boating shirts
Bold all-over designs for tournaments, charters, bait shops and fishing clubs.
Jerseys & team wear
Full-color jerseys for leagues and clubs, with no extra cost for complex designs.
Tournament & event shirts
Shirts with sponsor logos, maps and full-color art, all in one print.
Moisture-wicking tees
Lightweight polyester tees that stay cool and dry, for gyms, races and staff.
Souvenir & resort wear
Vibrant Florida designs for shops, resorts and boutiques.
Get the best result
Three tips for vivid sublimation
Use light polyester
White and pale polyester give the brightest color. Darker or cotton garments won't take sublimation.
Go big with color
There's no charge per color, so gradients, photos and full-color art are fair game.
Send high-res art
300 dpi at full print size keeps all-over designs sharp. We can help build or resize your art.
Compare methods
Is Dye sublimation right for you?
Not sure? Tell us the quantity, garment and artwork and we'll recommend the best fit.
| Method | Minimum | Artwork | Look & feel | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen printing | 12+ per ink color | 1–6 solid ink colors | Soft, durable ink on the surface | Teams, events, uniforms, bulk |
| Embroidery | Usually 12+ | Logos and lettering in thread | Stitched, raised, premium | Polos, hats, jackets, workwear |
| Dye sublimation | 6+ | Unlimited full color | No feel at all, dyed into the fabric | Sun shirts, performance wear |
| DTF & vinyl | Small runs | Full color (DTF) or solid (vinyl) | Smooth transfer on top | Small orders, names & numbers |
Common questions
Dye sublimation FAQ
What fabrics work with dye sublimation?
Only white or light-colored 100% polyester or high-poly blends. Sublimation dye is transparent and bonds with polyester, so it won't work on cotton or dark fabrics.
Is there a minimum order?
Yes, 6 pieces.
How long does sublimation take?
5–7 business days. Rush orders are available.
Do more colors cost more?
No. Sublimation has unlimited full color with no per-color fees.
Will the print crack or fade?
No. The ink becomes part of the fabric, so there's nothing on the surface to crack or peel, and you can't feel it.
Can you print the whole shirt?
Yes. We can print the front, back, sleeves or full-body coverage.
Ready when you are
Let's make your sun shirts.
Send your logo, quantity and date. We'll come back with pricing and a proof, usually within one business day.
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