Sawgrass is a globally recognised leader in sublimation printing technology, with over 30 years of innovation in the industry. Headquartered in the USA, Sawgrass develops a complete range of desktop and large-format sublimation printers, SubliJet inks, and advanced design software. The brand is known for its unmatched expertise and product quality, making Sawgrass the go-to choice for thousands of businesses, print shops, and creative entrepreneurs worldwide. Sawgrass printers are purpose-built for sublimation, unlike many converted systems, and the company has earned a strong reputation for colour accuracy, reliability, and customer support.

Yes — Sawgrass printers are considered among the best sublimation printers on the market. Unlike converted inkjet printers, Sawgrass printers are purpose-built for sublimation, delivering superior print quality, vibrant colours, and long-term reliability. They are widely used by both start-ups and established businesses to produce personalised products such as mugs, T-shirts, photo slates, and a wide range of other blanks.

Sawgrass has earned its leadership position by offering a complete, fully integrated solution for sublimation printing: printers designed for sublimation, proprietary SubliJet inks optimised for vibrant and durable prints, and easy-to-use software. The brand is trusted worldwide for its consistent print quality, strong warranties, and excellent support network. Unlike generic or converted printers, Sawgrass systems are built to perform flawlessly with the full sublimation process, giving users confidence and professional results.

Sawgrass offers the SG500 and SG1000 desktop sublimation printers, built specifically for sublimation. These printers provide high-quality results on a wide range of coated blanks.

Sawgrass printers are designed to run with SubliJet® HD and UHD sublimation inks. Some models also support VersiFlex inks for printing onto flexible surfaces like cotton and mixed fabrics.

SubliJet HD and UHD inks are Sawgrass’s flagship sublimation inks, delivering rich colours, sharp detail, and excellent durability on coated hard surfaces and polyester fabrics.

SubliJet HD and SubliJet UHD are both sublimation inks, but they are designed for different Sawgrass printers. SubliJet HD is for the older SG400 and SG800 models, while SubliJet UHD is designed for the newer SG500 and SG1000 models. SubliJet UHD offers an expanded color gamut and extended yield compared to SubliJet HD. 

Sawgrass sublimation printers can print on any polyester-coated or polymer-coated item, including mugs, T-shirts, metal panels, photo slates, phone cases, textiles, and more. VersiFlex printers can also do sublimation items but also a huge range of other non-sublimation items such as cotton t-shirts, textiles and uncoated wood, glass and ceramic items.

Purchasing from an Official Sawgrass Dealer guarantees that your printer and inks are genuine, fully supported, and covered by the correct UK warranty. Official dealers also provide expert advice, access to the latest stock, and after-sales support — all of which you may not receive if buying from grey-market or unofficial sellers.

Sawgrass printers purchased from Official UK Dealers come with a full 2 years manufacturer’s warranty, which covers hardware faults and manufacturing defects. This warranty is only valid when using official Sawgrass inks — using third-party or unofficial inks will void this warranty.

You can check the Sawgrass website for a list of Official Dealers in your country. Some other companies may resell genuine Sawgrass products, but buying directly from an Official Dealer like us ensures you benefit from expert support, full UK warranty, and access to our huge range of complementary sublimation blanks — making us a true one-stop shop for all your sublimation needs.

Grey-market printers may lack valid UK warranties or proper support. Using unofficial or third-party inks can cause printer clogging, poor colour results, and even hardware damage — and will invalidate your warranty. For reliable results and full protection, always buy from an Official Dealer and use approved Sawgrass inks.

Setting up a Sawgrass printer is straightforward. Your printer will come with full instructions included on how to install the printer drivers and perform the initial ink priming process. Connect the printer via USB or Wi-Fi, load your sublimation paper, and you’re ready to start printing! If you have any issues at all then both us and Sawgrass technical support are on hand to get you started.

Regular maintenance helps keep your printer in top condition. Perform periodic nozzle checks and head cleans as needed, and always try to keep the printer on all the time so it can run its self-cleaning cycles - it won't take much energy to keep on standby but will keep your inks fresh and ready to use! Keep the printer in a dust-free environment and avoid letting it sit unused for extended periods to prevent ink drying.

Sawgrass inks have a shelf life of approximately two years from the date of manufacture. We aim to supply inks with at least 12 months of remaining life to give you plenty of flexibility. If your business takes off (which we hope it will!), you’ll likely use them well before then — but the date is there for peace of mind. For best results, store inks in a cool, dry place and use them within this period. Once opened and installed in your printer, the inks remain stable for several weeks to months with regular use.

For best results, use high-quality sublimation paper designed for use with Sawgrass printers. The right paper ensures optimal ink transfer, sharp detail, and consistent colours on your chosen substrates. Avoid generic papers, as they can lead to poor image quality or ink bleed. We recommend Titan Sublimation Papers - used by thousands of UK printers for full vibrancy, colour reproduction and fast drying. Sawgrass printers are configured to run perfectly with TruPix sublimation paper.