Manufacturing capabilities · Sialkot, Pakistan

Colorfastness & Shrinkage

Bright prints and stable sizing after washing start with the right fabric, correct printing and checks before cutting.

Fan deck of color swatches

Colorfastness

Colorfastness is how well a color resists fading or bleeding when washed, rubbed or exposed to light. Sublimation on polyester is generally very colorfast because the dye is inside the fiber. Problems usually come from:

  • Too little heat or time in the press (dye not fully bonded)
  • Low-polyester fabric
  • Poor-quality transfer paper or ink
  • Very hot washing and tumble drying

Shrinkage

Synthetic knits can shrink slightly after the first washes, and heat from sublimation pressing can also change dimensions. We pre-check fabric by pressing and washing a sample before cutting, then allow for any change in the pattern.

CheckWhenTypical target
Shrinkage after washBefore cuttingWithin your agreed tolerance (commonly ±3–5%)
Color vs strike-offDuring printingVisually matched under daylight
Rub test (crocking)On requestPer your standard
Close-up of screen printing with red ink
Prints are checked against the approved strike-off during production.

Laboratory testing

If you need formal test reports (for example ISO 105 colorfastness or ISO 6330 domestic washing), we can arrange testing at an independent lab at extra cost.

Care instructions

Wash cold, inside-out, and avoid tumble drying and fabric softener. See how to care for sublimated apparel.

Get a quote

Send your design, logo or reference. We reply within one working day.

  • MOQ 10 pieces per design
  • Samples in 7 to 9 days
  • Bulk in 30 to 45 days (air)
  • 50,000+ pieces a month capacity
  • Terms: 50% advance, 50% before shipment
FAQ

Colorfastness & Shrinkage: common questions

Properly sublimated polyester holds color very well. Hot washes and tumble drying are the main causes of fading.

Send your design. Get a quote in 24 hours.

Share a sketch, tech pack, reference photo or just your logo. We reply within one working day with options, a sample plan and pricing for your quantities. Minimum order: 10 pieces per design.