How to Print on Ceramic Plates

Are you in search of a plausible and easiest way of printing on ceramic plates? If so, then you have come to the right place. Because you won’t be able to get the easiest and most effective method of how to print on ceramic plates anywhere. We will sew up the whole process within a few minutes by using some important materials.

Regardless of whether you are an expert or a beginner, you could print your ceramic plates. We’ll use decal paper because of its better results for ceramic printing. And then we have to use the acrylic spray to coat that paper to protect the design from smudging off or bleeding.

Multiple ways and methods are used for customizing ceramic plates. But not all of them are effective and easy to implement as well. The method we are gonna use has been done multiple times by our team. The reason for selecting this technique is only the quality result. To make this project successful, you’ll be required to have some printing essential accessories. Make sure you follow all the instructions that will be outlined during the project process.

Ceramic Plate Printing

To print your design on ceramic plates you need some important accessories to accomplish the task effectively;

1. Inkjet printer
2. Decal paper
3. Printing design
4. Ceramic plate
5. Scissor

Before we start the process, all the mentioned materials should be on the side. And make sure to have all the printing accessories are eligible for this process. It is the step that determines the quality and durability of the design. Although there are many factors that perform a role in bringing quality results but choosing the right equipment is very essential. Let’s move ahead to the easy process of how to put pictures on a plate.

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Step #1 – Creating the Design in a Silhouette Studio

The design totally depends on the craft and you will choose the design shape according to the plate. After opening the dashboard we will select the shape from the left side of the dashboard. Let’s select the circular shape because the plate shape is circular. Now select the dimensions that suit your ceramic plate as it’s very important to have the right size and printed design.

The purpose of choosing silhouette studio is their easy dashboard and beginners can also make the design as well. You can also try some other free designing software such as canvas, Pixlr,  etc. Because they also have an easy interface with a lot of ready-made templates and handy features.

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Step #2 – Printing the design by Using Decal Paper

Now you’ll be needed to print the design through the inkjet or sublimation printer. Make sure you have the right and applicable sublimation printer for expected results. Don’t use a printer that doesn’t fulfill your requirements. As it plays an important role in printing the design onto ceramic plates.

And the ink matters a lot as well to have the non-touchy and non scratch-able results onto plates. And we are going to use decal paper and make sure the design is gonna printed onto the correct side. After printing the design, let the ink dry for at least 30 minutes to get the best results.

Step #3 – Cutting the Extra Paper

Now you can cut the extra paper by using the scissor while laying the design onto the ceramic plate. But make sure you have determined the right length and cut the right side of the paper to prevent the made design from cutting.

Step #4 – Using Acrylic Spray

Before using the acrylic spray, read the instructions that are mentioned on the decal paper for coating. After knowing the instructions you’ll spray accordingly with the given amount onto the printed image. Then let the acrylic spray dry and leave it for 15 minutes.

Step #5 – Soaking Decal Paper in Warm Water

Soak the decal paper in warm water and keep the printed paper dipped in the water for 1 minute. But you have to read all the instructions that have been given by the particular brand of that transfer paper. The increase in time for treatment can cause damage to your printed paper. So, it’s very necessary to read the instructions before you go for the ceramic printing project.

Step #6 – Peel off the Backing

You’ll peel off the backing of your printed paper or transfer paper by using your own thumbnails. But if your transfer paper back doesn’t get peeled off, you can soak the paper again for easy peeling.

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Step #7 – Placing Printed Design onto Ceramic Plate

Before placing an image onto the plate, make sure the surface of the plate is clean and smooth. And there are no wrinkles or any disturbing things on the plate.

Step #8 – Let the Design for Sometime to Completely Dry

After placing properly the design on the plate, then let it for 60 minutes to completely dry and finishes the process of printing onto the ceramic plate.

Frequently Asked Question for Ceramic Plate Printing

Final Words

All the steps have been explained thoroughly. All you need to do is just follow all the guide and print your ceramic plates as much as you can by this method. The beauty of this method is that it takes approximately five to ten minutes to accomplish the process. But make sure that you are following all the guidelines and instructions that are mentioned on the decal paper. Because you can only get the best results by following that specific guideline.