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Tips And Guidelines - TroubleshootingReleased Date: 23/06

A blowout refers to an image whose colors have been "blown out" of its borders and appear smudged. The primary causes of blowouts are uneven heating, overheating and excessive pressure. Heat press accessories, such as a rubber pad or a Teflon sheet covering a transfer held in place with heat-resistant tape will prevent a blowout of your image by lessening the variance in temperature across the surface. If everything is set correctly and you still have trouble, your transfer may be moving, ensure it is firmly attached with heat tape.


Sometimes a "double image" results when the transfer moves across the sublimatable surface while it is still hot, usually when the press is lifted or while removing the transfer from the sublimation surface. To prevent this, it is recommended to always use a transfer sheet that is larger than the surface you are sublimating onto. Ideally, the paper should have enough overhang to secure it to the backside of your sublimatable blank with heat resistant tape.


Do not tape to the foiled edge of a plaque or paperweight as it may pull the foil off when removed.


If possible, allow the piece to cool slightly before removing the transfer and tape.