Xinxiang Ceramic Mug Manufacturer, A pattern on a mug is a decorative pattern or motif on the surface of the mug, usually achieved through a series of craft techniques. The following is an introduction to several common mug pattern process.

1. The decal process

Decal process is a pre-drawn pattern through a special decal paper glued to the surface of the cup, and the surface of the decal paper coated with a layer of special glue to fix the pattern. Then the decal mug with the pattern will be fired at high temperature, so that the decal and the surface of the cup are completely fused. This process can achieve high-resolution, colourful patterns, and high durability.

2. Engraving process

Engraving process is through the use of special engraving knife or laser engraving knife directly on the surface of the cup pattern or text to form a pattern. The advantage of the engraving process is that it can achieve highly personalised patterns and is permanent. Engraving is more difficult, higher technical requirements, the need for experienced craftsmen to operate.

3. Airbrush process

The airbrush process is to spray the pigment evenly on the surface of the mug through a spray gun to form a pattern. This process requires the use of special paints and equipment, through the operation of the action and strength of the spray gun to control the quality and details of the pattern. Because the airbrush can achieve a delicate colour gradient and high-resolution patterns, so it is more common in complex patterns and painted mugs.

4. Hot stamping process

The hot stamping process uses a hot stamping machine to heat the gold foil and apply it to the surface of the mug to form a gold or silver pattern. The process of hot stamping involves placing the gold foil in the position of the pattern to be hot stamped, and then heating the gold foil so that it is applied to the surface of the mug, so that it is fully integrated with the mug. This process can achieve gold and silver patterns, making the appearance of the mug more beautiful.

5. Sandblasting process

The sandblasting process is done by spraying sand particles onto the surface of the mug to create a frosted effect. The sandblasting process involves blowing sand particles onto the surface of the mug with high-pressure gas to create tiny abrasions on the surface of the mug. This process achieves a premium feel to the mug, increases the friction of the mug and reduces the reflective effect of the mug.

To sum up, patterns on mugs can be realised by different processes such as decals, engraving, spray painting, hot stamping and sandblasting. Each process has its unique advantages and disadvantages. We can let the ceramic manufacturers customise the ceramic coffee mugs with different processes according to our want demand.