Sublimation printing
Dye is infused into the mug's coating, so the design becomes part of the surface rather than sitting on top - this allows full-color, photo-quality designs and is dishwasher-safe when done correctly.
Screen printing
Ink sits on top of the surface - more cost-effective for large bulk orders with simple 1-3 color logos, but can wear with heavy dishwasher/scrubbing use over time.
Which to choose
- Detailed, full-color, or photo designs -> sublimation
- Simple logo, large quantity, tighter budget -> screen printing
Mug material note
Sublimation only works on mugs with a special polymer coating - not on plain uncoated ceramic - so this affects which blank mugs are usable for a given design.
WhatsApp us your design and quantity and we'll recommend the right method.