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What it is: HTV Vinyl is a special type of polyurethane or PVC film that has a heat-activated adhesive on one side.Designs are cut out of this vinyl using a precise cutting machine, then “weeded” (excess material removed), and finally applied to a fabric or suitable material using a heat press. The heat and pressure from the press activate the adhesive,permanently bonding the vinyl design to the item.

Ideal for: Custom t-shirts, hoodies, caps, bags, uniforms, sportswear, promotional apparel, personalised gifts, and team wear. It’s particularly effective for designs with solid colours, bold text, or graphic elements that don’t require complex gradients or photographic detail.

What it is: Our Clothing service encompasses the sourcing, supply, and customisation of a diverse range of clothing items. This isn’t just about printing; it’s about providing the right canvas for your brand. We offer various types of garments suitable for different branding techniques (HTV, sublimation, or other printing methods if applicable).

Ideal for: Businesses seeking branded uniforms or promotional wear, sports teams needing custom kits, schools for club or team apparel, event organisers for merchandise, and individuals or small businesses looking to create their own custom clothing lines.

What it is: This encompasses a broader spectrum of traditional and modern printing techniques applied to various paper and flat materials, moving beyond just apparel and specific customisation methods. It refers to the reproduction of text, images, and graphics on physical surfaces to create a wide range of marketing, communication, and administrative materials.

Ideal for: Any business or individual needing professional printed materials for marketing, sales, administrative, or operational purposes. This service ensures your brand’s message is consistently and effectively communicated across all touchpoints.

What it is: Sublimation printing is a process that uses heat to transfer dye from sublimation paper onto a substrate. Unlike other methods that lay ink on top of a material, sublimation dyes actually infuse into the fibres of polyester fabrics or into a special polymer coating on hard surfaces. The ink turns into a gas when heated, penetrates the material, and then solidifies, becoming a permanent part of the item. This results in vibrant, full-colour, high-resolution prints that are incredibly durable – they won’t crack, peel, or fade over time.

Ideal for: Creating highly detailed, full-colour, photographic quality designs on a wide range of products that require durability and a premium finish. Think personalised gifts, corporate branding on hard goods, vibrant sports team apparel, and intricate design work.

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PlaatPret specialises in a range of branding and printing services. We supply various types of HTV vinyl, Quality sublimation blanks as well as clothing for branding...

We also offer inhouse personalised printing and branding

Our physical address is 15A Rondebosch Crescent, Van Riebeeck Park, Kempton Park 1619, South Africa.

Visits by appointment only

You can reach us by email at info@plaatpret.co.za or by phone at +27 66 207 8568. We look forward to hearing from you!

With our HTV Vinyl and Sublimation services, you can customize a wide array of items including t-shirts, hoodies, caps, bags, mugs, cushions, and various other promotional products. Our printing services extend to business stationery, marketing materials, and much more!

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