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How to print on stainless steel

Stainless steel drinkware is a premium, high-margin product. Chemical transfer wraps a full-colour image around the curve and fuses it on, with a durability decals and vinyl cannot match.

Step by step

The workflow.

  1. 1

    Print onto Marine A Paper

    Print artwork plus white onto Marine A Paper for the cylindrical surface.

  2. 2

    Fuse and spray

    Heat-gun to fuse, then apply two coats of Every X and heat to tacky.

  3. 3

    Activate and wrap

    Activate the bottle, wrap the prepared paper around the curve and transfer.

  4. 4

    Topcoat and cure

    Seal with the appropriate topcoat and cure, then leave 24 hours before use.

Pro tips

  • Degrease the bottle first.
  • For dishwasher-safe drinkware finish, use a Diamond Clear topcoat where suitable.

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