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    Making flags

    I have purchased some lining material that is not typical flag material. It is thin but matt. Has anyone got any suggestions for time and temp to get a vivid picture on them. We keep trying and am frustrated with failing

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    190 for 50 secs I would have a go at and adjust from there. All depends on the exact material as to how good an image you will get. We have printed a few different styles of flag with different results.

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    [h=A dictionary is the only place where success comes before work]5[/h]Laura
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    Are you sure the polyester count is high enough for sublimation?

    If it isn't, that could explain why the colours aren't as vivid

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    Quote Originally Posted by mrs maggot View Post
    Sorry to jump in .............. Laura, do you get plain ones to sub onto, like the ones at the link below:

    http://www.flagandbuntingstore.co.uk...%23aFEKI#aFEKI

    What's the quality like ............... are they weather proof?

    and sorry, can you print both sides (does it show through?)
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