Xpres

About Xpres

Buy DTF and DTG Printers, Ink, Sublimation Mugs, Blanks and Printing Supplies in the UK.

Sublimation Wholesale UK Supplies.
We're passionate about personalisation. Xpres have been sublimation specialists since 1980, supplying everything you need including blanks (such as sublimation clothing and sublimation mugs), sublimation printers, sublimation inks, sublimation paper and much more besides.

Sublimation technology offers a combination of low set-up and consumable costs with the ability to produce shorter runs of personalised clothing, promotional products and photo gifts quickly and profitably.

Which Type of Printer and Heat Press Should I Buy?
Sublimation printing isn't just for clothing, you can decorate sublimation blanks too. Eg. Mugs, coasters, water bottles, keyrings. With DTF and DTG you can print on any range of clothing, with sublimation you can print on mainly white garments that have polyester in them.

Sublimation is separate to DTF and DTG, it's a different type of commercial method for decorating clothing.

DTF Direct to Film Printing with Heat Press.
Taking the printing industry by storm, DTF (Direct to Film Printing) is a relatively new printing technology that allows you to print high-quality images and designs directly onto the film. The method involves transferring the design onto the film using a special adhesive ink and then heat pressing the design onto the garment.

Xpres have an exclusive DTF Printing bundle, with DTF Hot Melt Powder 1kg Bag (White) and 100 sheets of Kodak DTF film this is our ready-to-go doorstep delivery of all the printing supplies you need to print your first items. Learn How To DTF Print with our online step by step helpful guide. We also offer the UK's widest choice of heat presses with FREE UK delivery on all orders of £100.

This printing method is ideal for printing on dark and colored garments and is able to produce sharp, vibrant images, especially effective if you are producing your own exclusive designs. The most popular items that are printed using DTF Direct to Film Printing include t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, cotton tote bags and cooking aprons.

DTG Direct to Garment - No Heat Press Required.
There's also a huge demand for the DTG (Direct to Garment) printing method that involves printing directly onto the garment using a different type of inkjet printer and ink. This popular printing method can be used for both dark and light-coloured garments; ideal for printing high-quality, detailed designs that you are planning to market. Common garments and apparel printed using DTG printing include t-shirts, polo shirts and tote bags.

Sublimation Printing - Sports Clothing and Tshirts.
Sublimation Printing is a printing method that involves transferring a design onto the garment using heat and pressure. This printing method is ideal for printing high-quality, vibrant images onto light-colored polyester garments. Common items that are printed using Sublimation Printing include t-shirts, jerseys, leggings, and other athletic apparel.

Sublimation printing is also used for mugs and a huge range of sublimation blank gifts - from photo frames, hardboard coasters and placemats, aluminium and steel water bottles, enamel cups, cork backed coasters, fridge magnets, glass cutting boards, rubber bar runners, cusion covers, keyrings and luggage tags.

View our range of and eco friendly sublimation blanks from sustainable products to recyclable cardboard presentation boxes to print your logo or brand name for pormotional marketing. There's also a range of pet collars, scarves and bandanas, plus compact mirrors, hanging signs and penants, plastic lunch boxes, metal bottle openers and wall plaques. If you don't see a product you have in mind, get in touch today.

HTV - Heat Transfer Vinyl Single Colour with Cut Outs.
This heat pressing printing method is ideal for printing irregular, small, detailed designs and can be used on a wide range of fabric types.

Single-colour heat transfer vinyl is a type of vinyl material that is used to create custom designs on fabrics using a heat press machine. It is a vinyl that is cut into designs or letters and then transferred onto the fabric using heat and pressure. The vinyl comes in a variety of colours, and only one colour can be used in a single transfer.

To begin the process, the design is first created using software or by hand, and then cut out using a vinyl cutter. The excess vinyl is then weeded away, leaving only the design on the backing paper. The design is then placed onto the fabric, and heat is applied using a heat press machine, which melts the adhesive on the vinyl and bonds it to the fabric.

Single-colour HTV is often used for creating custom t-shirts, sports jerseys, and other garments. It is a popular choice for small businesses and individuals who want to create custom designs without the need for screen printing or embroidery equipment.

So, if you are looking to produce out odd shaped designs and cut-out logos in a circle, hexagon or a star shape, this is a great choice to sell commercially.

Printable Vinyl - Heat Press Method.
Using a specialised inkjet printer, printable vinyl is a method that involves printing a design onto a vinyl material. The vinyl is then cut to the desired shape and size and heat pressed onto the garment. This printing method is ideal for printing small, intricate designs and can be used on a wide range of fabric types from cotton to recycled material and cotton blend items.

We have a free delivery offer which covers England, Scotland and Wales (exclusions apply).

DTG Direct to Garment Printing vs DTF Direct To Film.
Direct to garment application is a process of printing using specialised technology.
Xpres cover every aspect of DTG production, from pre-treatment to finishing. There are a number of DTG printers available for both light and dark garment printing from industry leading manufacturers such as Epson and Aeoon.

Direct to film (DTF) printing is a similar process to DTG printing. The key difference is that, rather than printing directly onto garments, DTF printing uses water-based ink to print a film transfer. At Xpres we have everything you need to take advantage of this exciting new technology. From printers to inks and consumables, we have you covered.

What are the advantages of choosing Xpres for your digital transfer solutions?

Our website offers a fast and convenient way to shop 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
We provide the widest range of support products including garment films, sign vinyl and transfer paper so that you can satisfy all of your customer requests, no matter how diverse they might be.
Our friendly and knowledgeable customer service team is ready to take your call Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm.
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All Xpres products are rigorously tested to ensure consistent high-quality results.
We offer installation, training and warranty with all of our transfer systems.
Customers purchasing equipment from Xpres benefit from unlimited technical support via our dedicated sister website.
Our modern corporate headquarters and distribution centre allow us to provide our customers with the very highest levels of service and support.
Our state-of-the-art showrooms cover 6,500 sq ft and feature the full range of systems we have to offer with every piece of equipment on display and ready for demonstration.
Our product range includes a wide variety of sublimation materials, including Heat Transfer Vinyl, General Purpose, Flock, Reflective, Nylon, Sports, Special Effects, Heat Applied Numbers, Printable Media, Translucent Materials, Materials for Nylon, Block-Out Materials, Latex Compatible, and Textile Application tape. Our commitment to excellence ensures that we provide only the best materials that allow our customers to achieve superior results and create personalized, high-quality products.

DTF Printers for sale, inkjets and ink.
"Direct to film" (DTF) printing is a digital printing technique that allows images to be printed directly onto fabrics using specialised inkjet printers. Items that you want printed; "blank items" or "blank products" that are used as a canvas for customising with your unique message or logo are commonly referred to as Sublimation Blanks as an overall generic term.

DTF printing in 2023 is generally considered to be a relatively new printing technology that has been gaining traction in recent years. The technique allows for high-quality, detailed prints on a variety of fabrics and is often used for personalised products such as t-shirts, bags, and other fabric items used for business promotion or at an event.

Xpres Personalised Printing Supplies UK - Sublimation Blanks, Products and Business Support.
We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service, offering ongoing support. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing our customers with bespoke solutions that cater to their unique needs, regardless of the size or scope of their business.

At our company, we are committed to providing our customers with superior products, unmatched service, and competitive prices. We are confident that our sublimation products will exceed your expectations, and we look forward to building long-lasting business relationships with our valued customers.

We carry the UK's largest selection of heat presses, which use pressure to apply transfers to clothing and giftware.

Some of you are here because you are searching online for advice on hardware printing costs plus running costs. We have a lot of trade sales from sole traders and small businesses, it's common for a talented designer to team up with an entrepreneur and together you are both raising investment to start your printing business. That's how we started in the 1980's in the East Midlands of England, that's over 50 years ago.

We understand all of your aspirations, nerves and the desire to do something better than anyone else. We provide ready-made business start-up opportunities as well as the potential for established businesses to expand their range of personalisation and branding services.

Remember to check out our extensive range of sublimation blanks and the printing technology by which to sublimate them.