Sublimation on Wood: The BEST Methods that Actually Work! (Polycrylic vs Laminate vs Dye Sub HTV)

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Learn how to create sublimation on wood signs! Dye sublimation is a great option for adding colorful designs to many projects, but did you know it's not limited to fabric? Yes, you can  transfer a sublimated print to many hard surfaces with the right techniques and materials. You can even create sublimation on wood signs! I'll show you how using illustrations, but you can use the same approach to create a wood photo panel in this step-by-step tutorial!

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MATERIALS LIST (contains my affiliate links):

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* * * WOOD * * *
* Uncoated 10" Natural Wood Blank Rounds - https://amzn.to/3UHrTO2

* * * POLYCRYLIC METHOD * * *
* Polycrylic Topcoat - https://amzn.to/3E2OOgI
* Paintbrush, 2" - https://amzn.to/3DlGJln
* 2-sided Sponge - https://amzn.to/3WgO7XL
* A bowl of water

* * * COATING METHODS * * *
* Clear Dye Sub HTV - https://www.heattransferwarehouse.com...
* 11" x 17" Laminating Pouches - https://amzn.to/3rnTWnW
* Flat White Latex Paint - https://amzn.to/3ML0cAe
* Foam Roller & Paint Tray will give you a better result with any option - https://amzn.to/3s6Ojee
* Press & Seal Food Wrap makes cleanup easy - https://amzn.to/3Dog5Iz

* * * OR JUST GIVE IN AND GET THIS * * *
* Sublimation Blank Door Hanger, 10" - https://amzn.to/3f7C51U

* * * FOR ANY METHOD * * *
* Sublimation Printer - I used my Epson ET-4700 - https://amzn.to/3bbDker
* Sublimation Ink - https://amzn.to/3PnLMqw
* Sublimation Paper - https://amzn.to/3cuLSxW
* Heat-Resistant Tape - https://amzn.to/3ARVhsR
* Heat Press like an EasyPress and Pressing Mats or an Autopress
* Cricut Portable Trimmer - https://amzn.to/3BYIDcf
* Google Account - if you want to customize a design
* Lint Roller - https://amzn.to/3BYIDcf
* White Uncoated Butcher Paper (not parchment paper)
* White Cardstock 12" x 12" for protective paper
* Ventilation - I used this Fan
* Pencil
* Craft Knife
* Scissors
* Ruler
* Self-Healing Cutting Mat
* Picture Hanger - https://amzn.to/3gY2j7V
* Design #455 – My free Sublimation on Wood Gnome PNGs (available in my free resource library at https://jennifermaker.com/library )

0:00 - Methods of Sublimation on Wood
1:14 - Supplies & Tools
3:17 - (Important Sublimation Safety Tip)
3:48 - Get Free Sublimation Designs
4:51 - Prepare Your Sublimation Design in Google Docs
6:47 - Add Text to Your Design to Personalize
8:15 - (Learn How To Print Sublimation Designs From Google Docs)
8:45 - Prepare Your Wood Blank for Sublimation
10:10 - Sublimation Methods For Your Designs
10:27 - Method 1: Lamination Pouches
12:29 - Method 2: Clear Dye Sublimatable HTV
14:52 - Method 3: Polycrylic Coating
15:54 - Method 4: Sublimation Blank
16:44 - Add Hangers to Sublimated Wood Sign
18:10 - Tip: How to Fix or Prevent Wood Warping
18:27 - Comparing Results of Wood Sublimation Methods
19:37 - Closing Notes and Link to More Information

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Credits:
Introduction: PixelBytes (my child!)
Music: Cute by Bensound (licensed, royalty and copyright free)
Videography: Jennifer Marx on a Panasonic Lumix FZ-1000 DSLR 4K camera
Design: A Jennifer Maker original* !