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Using Cast vinyl for Heat Transfers ??



 
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Old February 23rd, 2009 Feb 23, 2009 6:27:39 PM -   #1 (permalink)
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Default Using Cast vinyl for Heat Transfers ??

I searched and couldnt find anything on this.....

We are just begining to get into transfers and my question is this: Can you use a non-heat transfer premium cast vinyl for heat transfers? Do you HAVE to use a transfer vinyl?

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Default Re: Using Cast vinyl for Heat Transfers ??

Sign vinyl is different. You have to use vinyl made for the garments. Look into Imprintables warehouse, the link is to your left. Ask for Josh or Mike, they will help guide you.
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Default Re: Using Cast vinyl for Heat Transfers ??

I would think that if you put sign vinyl on a t-shirt without heat, it won't stick... if you tried to use heat to apply it, I would imagine it would make one heck of a mess on your heat press....
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Default Re: Using Cast vinyl for Heat Transfers ??

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I searched and couldnt find anything on this.....

We are just begining to get into transfers and my question is this: Can you use a non-heat transfer premium cast vinyl for heat transfers? Do you HAVE to use a transfer vinyl?

Thanks,
JT
Why do you want to use other vinyl? Does it have a special finish to it? Shirt vinyl is available with a smooth finish, but also reptile skin, marble/leather, and other textures.
What are you really looking for... ways to use up excess vinyl or how to get a special effect on a shirt?
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