Heat Press

Heat pressing is an advanced acceleration technique that uses controlled heat to speed up drying after humidity treatment and to assist with crease reduction. When combined with IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol) vapor treatment, it becomes one of the most effective methods for addressing stubborn creases and bends.

This is the current preferred method for treating creases. IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol) vapors combined with humidity create optimal conditions for fiber relaxation.

Mix in clean container. This creates a humid environment with IPA vapor that accelerates fiber relaxation.

Also on this page
  • Overview
  • When to Use Heat Press
  • The IPA Vapor Method for Crease Reduction
  • Why IPA + Water Works
  • Materials
  • The IPA Solution
  • IPA Vapor Process
  • Detailed Stack Overview
  • Temperature Guidelines
  • Standard Heat Press Drying
  • What You Need
  • Temperature & Time Guide
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