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Single-Sided Sublimation Wood Blanks for High-Definition Custom Gifts
Engineered for flawless heat transfer printing, our single-sided sublimation wood sheets are available in both 3mm and 3.5mm profiles, making them the ultimate choice for custom-gift businesses, commercial print shops, and DIY crafters. The front face is treated with an elite, high-gloss sublimation polymer coating designed to bond seamlessly with sublimation inks under heat and pressure. This delivers rich colour saturation, ultra-sharp detail, and long-lasting transfer results, while the reverse side features a clean, natural raw wood aesthetic that provides an authentic handcrafted feel to your finished items.
Whether you choose the ultra-lightweight 3mm variant or the slightly more robust 3.5mm profile for added rigidity, these sheets handle beautifully under a laser cutter, CNC router, or precision scroll saw. To ensure your printing surface remains completely immaculate, every sheet arrives fitted with a removable plastic protective film on the coated face, safeguarding the material against fingerprints, dust, and micro-scratches right up until you are ready to press.
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3.5mm Sublimation Wood – Single sided
Price range: R118,50 through R460,00
3mm Sublimation Wood – Single sided
Price range: R102,00 through R390,00Thickness Selection & Coating Configuration
| Sheet Thickness | Structural Rigidity | Recommended Applications |
| 3mm Single-Sided | Slim, ultra-lightweight profile | Detailed laser-cut cake toppers, lightweight personalized keyrings, custom fridge magnets, flexible living-hinge covers |
| 3.5mm Single-Sided | Enhanced structural stability | Larger corporate plaques, sturdy award trophies, freestanding photo panels, robust promotional retail merchandise |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the standard time and temperature settings for single-sided sublimation wood?
While settings vary by heat press setup, the standard benchmark is typically between 180°C to 190°C applied for 50,60 seconds under medium pressure. Always test on a small material off-cut first to lock in your specific machinery tolerances.
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Why do I need to pre-press the sublimation wood sheet before printing?
Engineered wood cores can naturally retain minor environmental humidity. Pre-pressing your bare wooden blank for 5,10 seconds under very low pressure releases this trapped moisture, completely preventing steam bubbles and ensuring a perfectly flat, vibrant ink transfer.
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Should I choose the 3mm or 3.5mm single-sided sublimation wood for my project?
The 3mm thickness is ideal for delicate, intricate laser cutting and items where keeping weight to a minimum is key, such as earrings or mailing gifts. The 3.5mm thickness is highly recommended for larger, standalone items that require extra rigidity and resistance to bending under heat, such as commemorative plaques and desktop signage displays.
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Do you remove the plastic film before putting the wood into the heat press?
Yes, always peel off and completely remove the clear plastic protective film from the coated printing surface before positioning your sublimation transfer paper and closing the press.