Sublimation Cheat Sheet

Welcome to the ultimate Sublimation Cheat Sheet.

Let’s be real—sublimation is fun, but the settings can be a nightmare. Too hot and you scorch your blank. Too cold and the print looks like it skipped breakfast. Time, temperature, and pressure are everything when it comes to getting a perfect transfer.

That’s why we built this Sublimation Cheat Sheet. No more guessing. No more wasting blanks. Just quick, clear settings that actually work.

Whether you’re pressing mugs, shirts, coasters, or acrylic—this guide will tell you exactly what you need so you can stop stressing and start pressing. If you’ve ever wished you had a sublimation heat press temperature chart taped to your wall, this is it.

• Covers mugs, shirts, tumblers & more ✅
• Includes time, temperature & pressure ✅
• Tested by crafters (so you don’t waste blanks) ✅

This page is more than a cheat sheet—it’s a complete sublimation time and temperature guide. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, you’ll find the best sublimation settings for mugs and shirts, plus tips for harder items like acrylic and metal.

Our chart shows the exact sublimation printing temperature and pressure settings you need, so your transfers come out vibrant, permanent, and flawless.

👉 Pro Tip: Always start with a test press. Every heat press has its own quirks, and sometimes you’ll need tiny adjustments.

We also sell a wide variety of HTV, Oracal Vinyl, Acrylic Blanks and Faux leather in Cape Town.  Our heat transfer vinyl and Oracal Vinyl is compatible with both Cricut and Silhouette machines.