sublimation paper/dye sublimation paper/transfer printing paper/inkjet digital printing paper/quick dry sublimation paper/sticky(tacky)sublimation paper is a specialty paper used to print on shirts, mugs, and other sublimation blanks. Many beginner and professional printers use sublimation printing because it’s cost-efficient and produces vivid prints

The difference between fast dry and sticky sublimation paper

Fast dry sublimation paper is often what you needed especially if you are printing on roll using waterbased ink. They have extra layer that prevent all these smudging from occurring.

Sticky sublimation paper is one of those papers reduce chance of ghosting which can occured depend on how you are applying press. It is typically used when you are using flat presses where there are likely chance of material moving .

Tacky or sticky sublimation paper  have slightly lower transfer yield as a tradeoff, so if you can successfully press without ghosting, Fast dry sublimation paper is just fine in many instance.

But often Tacky or sticky sublimation paper  is recommended for people just starting out sublimation process using flatbed press.

Fast dry sublimation paper: This sublimation paper dries quickly after printing. It can greatly reduce the dry heat power, reduce the cost, and the printing color is clear. 85gsm and 100gsm are popular for this type, especially for Epson, Mimaki, Roland and Mutoh.

Tacky or sticky sublimation paper : Adhesive sublimation transfer paper, as you might surmise from its name, is adhesive on one side. This is the side that is printed with sublimation ink, so when you are ready to print your fabric or other product, you can stick the paper over the product and reposition it as needed.