Schools & Event Organisers
Sports Team & Event Apparel
Requirement: teamwear for a school sports event. Product: quick-dry polyester performance jerseys, sizes XS–3XL.
Full-colour printing for polyester apparel
Sublimation Printing Services in Malaysia
Looking for custom sublimation printing for your apparel project? Share your preferred products, quantities, artwork and delivery requirements so we can assess suitability and provide a quotation.
We reply to quotation requests Mon–Fri, 9:00am–6:00pm MYT.
Since 2017 Custom-made: 100 pcs per design Typically 20–30 working days Delivery to Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak & Labuan
What Is Sublimation Printing?
Sublimation uses heat to transfer dye into compatible polymer-based materials, most commonly polyester fabric. Because the dye becomes part of the fabric rather than sitting on top of it, the result can be a full-colour design with no separate print layer.
Usually a good fit
- Polyester sportswear and performance apparel
- Jerseys and teamwear for schools, clubs and events
- Detailed, multi-colour or gradient artwork
- Designs that need to feel part of the fabric
Check with us first
Conventional sublimation is generally not suitable for printing directly onto untreated cotton, and it does not lay down an opaque white ink layer, so dark garments are usually a poor match. Cotton and dark garments are often better served by DTF Printing, screen printing or embroidery. Not every polyester garment is automatically compatible either — we confirm suitability for your specific product.
General guidance: this section explains how sublimation works in general. Whether it suits your garment, artwork and order is confirmed in your quotation.
When Is Sublimation Printing the Right Choice?
Suitability depends on the specific garment, artwork and order. These are the points we look at when we review an enquiry.
| Factor | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Fabric | Sublimation dye bonds with polyester and similar polymer-based materials. Cotton and many blends are generally not suitable; the polyester content and fabric construction matter. |
| Garment colour | Sublimation does not use an opaque white ink layer, so it is commonly done on white or light-coloured polyester. Tell us your garment colour so we can advise. |
| Artwork | Dye-based full colour suits detailed, multi-colour and gradient designs. Higher-resolution or vector artwork gives the best result. |
| Placement & coverage | Print size, placement and coverage depend on the product and production method. Share what you have in mind and we will confirm what is possible. |
| Quantity & designs | Full sublimation is custom-made, with a minimum of 100 pcs per design. See the minimums and lead time. |
| Use & care | Think about how often the apparel will be worn and washed. Always follow the garment’s care label. |
Sublimation is not a universal solution. If it is not the best match for your garment or artwork, we will point you to a better method.
Sublimation vs Other Customisation Methods
Each method suits different garments, artwork and quantities. None is always better — use this as a starting point.
| Sublimation | DTF Printing | Screen Printing | Embroidery | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Heat transfers dye into compatible polyester fabric | Design printed on film, then transferred to the garment with adhesive and heat | Ink applied through screens onto the garment | Thread stitched into the garment |
| Typically suited to | Polyester sportswear and performance apparel | A wide range of garments, confirmed per product | Bold, solid-colour artwork on bulk orders | Corporate logos on uniforms and structured garments |
| Artwork | Full colour, detailed designs and gradients | Detailed full-colour graphics | Efficient for a limited number of solid colours | Logos and simpler designs; fine detail is limited |
| Feel on garment | Dyed into the fabric, no separate layer | Ink sits on top of the fabric | Ink sits on top of the fabric | Raised, stitched texture |
| Minimum per design | 100 pcs (custom-made) | 30 pcs (ready-made) | 100 pcs (ready-made) | 30 pcs (ready-made) |
| Typical lead time | 20–30 working days | 7–15 working days | 7–15 working days | 7–15 working days |
Minimums and lead times are typical and counted per design from artwork approval and payment confirmation. Suitability still depends on the specific garment and order; your quotation confirms the details.
Apparel Suitable for Sublimation Printing
Sublimation is primarily suited to polyester apparel. Start with these product categories, or tell us what you need and we will confirm what suits your order.
Sublimation T-Shirts
Full-colour sublimation T-shirts for teams, events and organisations.
Custom-made: 100 pcs per design · 20–30 working days
Sublimation Polo Shirts
Full-colour sublimation polos for corporate, club and event teams.
Custom-made: 100 pcs per design · 20–30 working days
Sports Jerseys & Teamwear
Quick-dry polyester performance jerseys for school sports and event teams.
Custom-made: 100 pcs per design · 20–30 working days
Cotton or dark garments? Sublimation is usually not the right method — see DTF Printing, screen printing or embroidery, or browse the full catalogue.
Minimum Quantity & Lead Time for Sublimation
Minimums apply per design. Lead times start from artwork approval and payment confirmation.
| Order type | Method | Minimum per design | Typical lead time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom-made | Full Sublimation Printing | 100 pcs | 20–30 working days |
Lead times are typical, counted from artwork approval and payment confirmation, plus shipping. They depend on artwork approval, your order requirements, production and delivery. Your quotation confirms the exact minimum, schedule and pricing.
Artwork and Quotation Requirements
Send AI, EPS, PDF, SVG or high-resolution PNG/JPG where available. We check supplied artwork for production suitability and flag any issue before production proceeds. Logo redesign, graphic design, vectorisation and complex artwork preparation are not included.
Colour appearance can vary between screens, fabrics and production methods, so mention any brand-critical colours when you enquire. Artwork, dimensions and production feasibility are confirmed before you approve.
Details that help us quote
- Preferred garment or product
- Quantity and size breakdown, if known
- Artwork file, or ‘will send later’
- Preferred print placement and coverage
- Approximate design dimensions
- Garment colour and material, if known
- Delivery location and date needed
How Our Sublimation Ordering Process Works
From your first message to delivery.
Submit Requirements
Garment, quantity, sizes, artwork and delivery details.
Receive a Quotation
Product, method and pricing confirmed in writing. A physical sample can be requested for most products beforehand.
Confirm Your Order
Confirm the order and pay the required deposit.
Approve the Artwork
A basic digital mockup is provided at no additional charge after order confirmation and deposit. Approve it before production.
Production
Production starts after confirmation, deposit and artwork or sample approval, followed by quality checks before shipment.
Delivery
Delivery to Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan, subject to the applicable delivery arrangements.
Why Choose TshirtPrint2u?
A Malaysian B2B apparel customisation business operating since 2017, supporting organisations from enquiry to delivery.
- Formal quotations for business and organisational orders
- Artwork checking and a free basic digital mockup after order confirmation
- Physical samples available for most products before bulk orders
- Quality checks before shipment
- Delivery to Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan
- Screen printing, DTF Printing and embroidery alongside sublimation, so we can recommend the method that suits your order
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about sublimation suitability, artwork, quantities and timing.
Sublimation uses heat to transfer dye into compatible polymer-based materials, most commonly polyester fabric. The dye becomes part of the fabric rather than a layer on top, which suits full-colour designs.
Sublimation is primarily suited to polyester apparel such as sportswear and performance garments. Not every polyester garment is automatically compatible, so we confirm suitability for your specific product and artwork in your quotation.
Conventional sublimation is generally not suitable for untreated cotton, and because it does not use an opaque white ink layer, dark garments are usually a poor match. For cotton or dark garments, DTF Printing, screen printing or embroidery may suit better — tell us your garment and we will recommend a method.
Yes, full-colour and detailed designs are a strength of sublimation. Artwork quality matters, so supply high-resolution or vector files where you can. We check supplied artwork for production suitability and flag any issue before production proceeds.
Full sublimation printing is custom-made and starts from 100 pieces per design, with a typical lead time of 20–30 working days counted from artwork approval and payment confirmation, plus shipping. Your quotation confirms the exact minimum, schedule and pricing.
Send AI, EPS, PDF, SVG or high-resolution PNG/JPG where available. Logo redesign, graphic design, vectorisation and complex artwork preparation are not included, so please supply print-ready artwork. You can also request a quotation first and send artwork during the quotation process.
A basic digital mockup is provided at no additional charge after order confirmation and deposit. A physical sample can be requested for most products before you confirm a bulk order; sample fees and timing are confirmed in your quotation.
Follow the garment’s care label. Care advice for your specific product and design can be confirmed with our team when you enquire, and how long a print lasts varies with the fabric, the design and how the garment is cared for.
Request a Sublimation Printing Quote
Share your product, quantity, artwork and delivery requirements. We’ll check suitability for sublimation and prepare your quotation.
Have these ready (partial is fine)
- Garment type
- Quantity
- Sizes and colours
- Artwork (or ‘will send later’)
- Delivery location and date needed
Formal quotations · Artwork checking · Delivery to Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan
8, Jalan 24, Kampung Cheras Baru, 56100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Mon–Fri · 9:00am–6:00pm MYT. Quotation requests are replied to during these hours. Office visits are by appointment only.