Custom Sublimation Jerseys in Singapore – Full Custom Design and Printing

Zurlique is a Singapore specialist in custom sublimation jerseys, offering full custom design and printing for schools, sports teams, and corporate events. Our sublimation jerseys are produced using edge-to-edge dye sublimation, where colours, patterns, logos, names, and numbers are infused directly into the polyester fabric rather than printed onto the surface. Because the design becomes part of the jersey itself, it will not peel, crack, or fade over time, while allowing complete freedom in colours, graphics, and layout. Unlike most suppliers, Zurlique allows clients to choose from multiple sublimation jersey fabric options to match their sport, comfort, and performance needs. Whether you’re ordering basketball jerseys, football jerseys, or custom event jerseys, our sublimation printing delivers vibrant colours, long-lasting durability, and a professional finish. With direct factory pricing, flexible team customisation, and e-invoice support for Singapore clients, Zurlique makes ordering custom sublimation jerseys simple and reliable.

Sublimation printing is a specialised jersey printing method where sublimation inks are heat-activated and permanently bonded into the polyester fabric fibres, rather than printed on the surface of the material. During the sublimation process, the ink turns into gas under high heat and pressure, allowing colours, patterns, logos, names, and numbers to become part of the fabric itself.

Because the design is embedded within the fabric, sublimation jerseys will not peel, crack, or fade, even after repeated washing or heavy use. This makes sublimation printing ideal for sports jerseys that require durability, comfort, and a professional appearance. Unlike heat transfer or vinyl printing, sublimation allows for full-coverage, edge-to-edge designs with unlimited colours and no added weight on the jersey.

Custom sublimation jerseys are commonly used for school teams, football and basketball teams, tournaments, and corporate sports events in Singapore, where breathable performance fabric and long-lasting print quality are essential. The result is a lightweight jersey that maintains its colour vibrancy and design clarity throughout its lifespan.

Sublimation jerseys are preferred by teams because they offer unmatched design freedom, durability, and comfort compared to traditional jersey printing methods. Since the design is permanently bonded into the fabric, sublimation jerseys maintain their appearance even after frequent washing, training, and match use.

One of the biggest advantages of sublimation printing is the ability to create full-colour, edge-to-edge designs without any additional cost for colours or complexity. Team logos, player names, numbers, sponsor graphics, gradients, and patterns can all be integrated seamlessly into the jersey design without adding weight or stiffness.

Another key advantage of sublimation jerseys is the flexibility in fabric selection. Teams can choose from different performance fabrics for their sublimation jerseys, depending on the desired breathability, texture, and comfort level. This makes custom sublimation jerseys suitable for football, basketball, and other sports where fabric feel and airflow play an important role in on-field performance.

Sublimation jerseys are also lightweight and breathable, making them ideal for football, basketball, and other high-intensity sports. Unlike heat transfer prints that sit on top of the fabric, sublimation printing preserves the natural airflow of performance materials, ensuring comfort during long games and training sessions.

 For schools, sports teams, and corporate groups in Singapore, sublimation jerseys provide a professional, long-lasting solution that combines performance with a polished visual identity.

While sublimation print jerseys offer excellent durability, comfort, and design flexibility, there are some limitations that teams should be aware of before placing an order.

Sublimation printing can only be applied to polyester-based fabrics and is not suitable for cotton garments. Teams that prefer cotton jerseys will need to consider alternative printing methods such as heat transfer or screen printing.

Metallic, fluorescent, and neon colours cannot be reproduced exactly through sublimation printing. Although similar shades can often be achieved, the final printed result may differ from how these colours appear on a computer screen or in digital artwork.

Print quality is also dependent on the quality of the artwork supplied. Low-resolution images may appear blurred or pixelated when enlarged for printing, which is why high-resolution or vector artwork is recommended whenever possible.

For most schools, sports teams, clubs, and corporate groups, these limitations are minor compared to the benefits of sublimation printing. However, understanding them before production helps ensure the best possible outcome for your custom jerseys.

When comparing custom jersey printing methods, it is important to understand how each technique interacts with the fabric. Sublimation printing permanently infuses ink into polyester fibres, while heat transfer, embroidery, and silkscreen printing apply design elements onto the surface of the garment in different ways. These structural differences affect durability, weight, comfort, colour vibrancy, and long-term performance. For schools, sports teams, and corporate events in Singapore, choosing the correct printing method ensures the jersey not only looks professional but also performs well during actual use.

How Sublimation Printing Works
Sublimation printing uses heat and pressure to transfer dye into polyester fabric, allowing the ink to bond directly with the fibres rather than sitting on the surface. This creates a permanent print that becomes part of the garment itself.

Durability
Because the design is infused into the fabric, sublimation prints do not crack, peel, or flake over time. This makes it highly suitable for sports jerseys that undergo frequent washing and regular physical use.

Breathability
Sublimation does not add extra layers or coatings to the jersey. The fabric retains its original stretch, airflow, and lightweight feel — an important factor for sports performance in Singapore’s humid climate.

Design Flexibility
Sublimation allows unlimited colours, gradients, patterns, and full-coverage designs without additional colour limitations. Complex graphics can be printed seamlessly across the entire garment.

Best Use Case
Sublimation is commonly used for fully customised sports jerseys, school CCA uniforms, and team apparel where lightweight comfort and complete design freedom are required.

How Heat Transfer Printing Works
Heat transfer printing involves applying a pre-printed design or cut vinyl onto the surface of the garment using heat and pressure. The design remains as a separate layer bonded to the fabric.

Appearance & Finish
Heat transfer prints often appear vibrant and slightly glossy because the design sits on top of the material. The surface finish can look sharp and defined, particularly for logos, names, and numbers.

Durability
When properly applied, heat transfer prints can remain durable. However, since the design is layered onto the fabric, it may show signs of cracking, lifting, or surface wear after repeated washing or heavy physical use.

Breathability & Comfort
Because heat transfer adds a surface layer, larger prints may feel slightly thicker and warmer. For extensive chest or back coverage, airflow can be partially reduced compared to methods that integrate directly into the fabric.

Cost Considerations
For larger designs or full-front prints, heat transfer can be more costly due to material usage and production time. It is often more economical for smaller print areas.

Best Use Case
Heat transfer is commonly used for player names, numbers, small logo placements, and lower-quantity custom jersey printing orders.

How It Works
Embroidery involves stitching coloured threads directly into the fabric to create a raised logo, emblem, or text design. Unlike printed methods, embroidery adds physical thread density to the garment surface.

Appearance & Finish
Embroidery produces a textured, premium, and three-dimensional look that is often associated with corporate uniforms and polo shirts. The stitched finish gives logos a solid and structured appearance.

Durability
Because the design is sewn into the fabric, embroidery does not crack or peel. When properly executed, it can withstand regular washing without fading easily.

Breathability & Comfort
For sports jerseys worn in Singapore’s humid climate, embroidery may feel slightly heavier in areas with dense stitching. Larger embroidered sections can reduce flexibility and airflow compared to print-based methods.

Design Limitations
Embroidery works best for smaller logos or chest emblems. Complex gradients, photographic graphics, and full-coverage designs are not suitable due to stitching constraints and increased weight.

Best Use Case
Embroidery is commonly chosen for small logo placements, corporate apparel, and situations where a textured, premium finish is preferred over full-design sports performance wear.

How It Works
Silkscreen printing, also known as screen printing, involves pushing ink through a stencil mesh screen directly onto the fabric. Each colour requires a separate screen layer, making it a method traditionally used for bulk garment production.

Appearance & Finish
Silkscreen prints typically produce solid, bold colours. However, depending on the ink type and fabric, the surface can feel slightly thicker or rougher compared to methods that integrate dye into the fibres.

Durability
When properly cured, silkscreen prints can be durable and long-lasting. Over time, heavy ink layering may show signs of surface cracking, especially on stretchable sports fabrics.

Environmental Considerations
Traditional silkscreen processes use multiple screens, inks, and cleaning chemicals. Due to material usage and chemical wash processes, it is generally considered less environmentally friendly compared to modern digital printing methods.

Cost Considerations
Silkscreen printing becomes more cost-efficient when produced in very large quantities with limited colour designs. For smaller runs or complex multi-colour graphics, setup costs can increase significantly.

Best Use Case
Silkscreen printing is commonly used for high-volume bulk apparel with simple, solid-colour designs. It is less frequently chosen for fully customised sports jerseys that require gradients, flexibility, and lightweight performance.

When evaluating different jersey printing methods in Singapore, factors such as durability, comfort, design flexibility, and production cost should be considered carefully.

Durability for Team Jerseys
For custom sports jerseys that undergo frequent washing and physical activity, sublimation printing offers strong resistance to cracking or peeling because the dye is embedded within the fabric. Heat transfer and silkscreen printing apply design layers onto the surface, which may experience wear over time. Embroidery remains durable but introduces stitched density to the garment.

Breathability & Comfort in Humid Conditions
In Singapore’s warm climate, airflow is important for performance sportswear. Sublimation preserves the original breathability of polyester fabric. Heat transfer and silkscreen add surface layers, while embroidery adds thread thickness, which may slightly affect ventilation in larger design areas.

Design Capabilities for Custom Jersey Printing
Sublimation printing allows unlimited colours, gradients, and full-coverage designs without colour restrictions. Heat transfer is suitable for player names and numbers. Embroidery works best for smaller logos. Silkscreen printing is efficient for simple, solid-colour graphics in bulk production.

Cost Efficiency for Bulk Jersey Orders
Silkscreen printing can be cost-effective for high-volume bulk orders with limited colours. Heat transfer is economical for small design placements. Sublimation is often more cost-efficient when producing fully customised sports jerseys with complex artwork.

One of the biggest advantages of custom sublimation jerseys is the complete freedom in design. Because sublimation printing bonds ink directly into the fabric, there are no limitations on colours, patterns, or layout placement across the entire jersey.

Teams can incorporate gradients, geometric patterns, textures, and colour fades across the front, back, sleeves, and side panels. Logos, sponsor graphics, player names, and numbers are seamlessly integrated into the design, resulting in a clean and cohesive look without adding weight or stiffness to the jersey.

While the same sublimation process is used across all team sports, football and basketball jerseys have different layout, numbering, and panel design requirements. These sport-specific considerations are covered in detail on our dedicated pages:

• Sublimation football jerseys

• Sublimation basketball jerseys

Sublimation printing allows us to produce a wide range of custom teamwear in Singapore, including custom sublimation basketball jerseys, football jerseys, American football jerseys, running singlets, cycling jerseys, sublimation polo shirts, long sleeve jerseys, baseball jerseys, rugby jerseys, training tops, and esports jerseys. Each sublimation jersey is fully customised with unlimited colours, gradients, patterns, logos, sponsor graphics, player names, and numbers printed edge-to-edge into the fabric. This makes custom sublimation jerseys ideal for schools, corporate events, sports clubs, and competitive teams looking for durable, professional-quality team apparel in Singapore.

Choosing the right fabric is a key step when ordering custom sublimation jerseys in Singapore. At Zurlique, we offer multiple polyester sublimation jersey fabric options designed for different sports, comfort levels, and performance requirements. Whether you are producing custom sublimation basketball jerseys, football jerseys, running tops, or corporate team apparel, selecting the correct fabric ensures optimal breathability, durability, colour vibrancy, and long-lasting print quality.

Ordering custom sublimation jerseys is a straightforward process designed to support schools, sports teams, and corporate clients in Singapore. Once your design concept is confirmed, our team prepares the artwork for full sublimation printing, ensuring colours, logos, names, and numbers are accurately reproduced on the final jersey.

Custom sublimation jerseys can be produced in multiple sizes within the same order, making them suitable for team-based requirements. Sublimation printing allows for consistent colour reproduction across all jerseys, ensuring a uniform and professional appearance for your team or event.

For organisations that require proper documentation, e-invoice support is available for Singapore clients, making the ordering process convenient for schools and corporate buyers. Bulk orders are also supported, allowing teams to enjoy cost efficiencies while maintaining full design flexibility.

Custom sublimation jerseys are suitable for a wide range of teams and organisations that require durable, fully customised sportswear. Because sublimation printing allows designs to be permanently integrated into the fabric, these jerseys are ideal for frequent use and long-term wear.

Sublimation jerseys are commonly ordered by schools and CCAs for inter-school competitions, sports days, and tournaments. Sports teams such as football and basketball teams also choose sublimation jerseys for their ability to accommodate full-colour designs, sponsor logos, and player details without compromising comfort.

Corporate organisations and event organisers use sublimation jerseys for company sports days, team-building events, and corporate leagues, where consistent branding and a professional appearance are important. With flexible sizing and full design customisation, sublimation jerseys are suitable for both competitive sports and casual events.

Not sure how to design your jersey? Check out our sublimation jersey design guide to learn about colours, fonts, logo placement and more.

What is the minimum order quantity for custom sublimation jerseys?

The minimum order quantity starts from 10 sets. Contact us with your design and quantity requirements, and we will recommend the most suitable production option for your team or organisation.

How long does it take to produce sublimation jerseys?

Production typically takes around 2 to 3 weeks after artwork approval and size confirmation. Delivery timelines may vary depending on order quantity, production schedules, and peak season demand.

Are sublimation prints durable?

Yes. Sublimation printing is one of the most durable jersey printing methods available. The design is permanently bonded into the polyester fabric rather than printed on the surface, so it will not peel, crack, or fade with repeated washing, training sessions, or match use. This makes sublimation jerseys a popular choice for schools, sports teams, and corporate events that require long-lasting performance apparel.

Will it cost more to include additional logos, names, numbers, or design elements?

No. Unlike heat transfer or embroidery, sublimation printing allows multiple logos, names, numbers, sponsor graphics, colours, and patterns to be included within the design without additional printing charges. This makes sublimation an ideal choice for fully customised team jerseys.

Sublimation printing is commonly used for custom sports jerseys, basketball jerseys, football jerseys, running tops, esports jerseys, cycling jerseys, corporate event shirts, and team apparel. Because sublimation allows full-colour, edge-to-edge printing without affecting comfort or durability, it is suitable for a wide range of sportswear and promotional garments that require vibrant, long-lasting designs.

A selection of custom sublimation jersey projects produced by Zurlique for schools, sports teams, corporate organisations and events across Singapore. These projects showcase the flexibility of sublimation printing across different sports, colours, fabrics and design requirements.

We recently produced these custom sublimation basketball jerseys for Chua Chu Kang Secondary School. Featuring a dark charcoal base with vibrant turquoise numbering and contrasting orange-red side panels, the design delivers a modern and distinctive look while maintaining comfort, durability and performance for school competitions and training.

We produced these custom basketball jerseys for Google's corporate team in Singapore, combining full sublimation printing with premium finishing details. The design features custom branding, player numbering and embroidered elements for a distinctive and professional team appearance.

We produced these custom sublimation polo shirts for Mandala Padel Club, featuring a clean white-and-green colourway with custom club branding. Designed for comfort, breathability and everyday wear, the shirts provide a professional appearance both on and off the court.

We produced these custom basketball jerseys for Gongshang Primary School, featuring personalised player names and numbers, school-themed graphics and matching team shorts. The design combines vibrant school colours with durable sublimation printing for comfort, performance and team identity.

We produced these custom basketball jerseys for Ang Mo Kio Primary School, featuring vibrant team colours, personalised names and numbers, and a dynamic sublimated graphic pattern. Designed for comfort and durability, the jerseys are suitable for school competitions, training sessions and team events.

While sublimation printing offers maximum design flexibility and long-lasting durability, some teams may prefer ready-made jerseys with logos, player names and numbers added through heat transfer printing. If you are looking for this option, explore our custom football jerseys in Singapore and custom basketball jerseys in Singapore for schools, sports clubs and corporate teams.