If you’ve ever ordered a custom printed cube or are thinking about it, you might wonder:
How does the design actually get onto the puzzle?
At PrintYourOwnSpeedcube.com, we use a method called UV printing — a fast, precise, and high-quality process that makes your design look great and last longer.
Let’s take a closer look at how it works.
🖨️ What Is UV Printing?
UV printing stands for Ultraviolet printing, and it’s a type of digital printing that uses ultraviolet light to instantly cure (dry) ink as it’s printed onto a surface.
Unlike traditional inkjet printers that spray ink and let it air-dry or absorb into the material, UV printers:
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Spray the ink directly onto the surface
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Instantly harden the ink using UV light
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Produce sharp, vibrant, durable images
🔄 The UV Printing Process (Step by Step)
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You Upload Your Design
On our site, you upload images for each side of your cube. We prepare them to match the orientation of each cube face. -
The Design Is Processed
The images are sent to a UV printer — a special type of flatbed printer that works with 3D objects like cube parts. -
Ink Is Applied to Each Plastic Face
The printer sprays microscopic droplets of UV ink onto each cube face. These inks are specially formulated to bond to plastic. -
UV Light Instantly Cures the Ink
As soon as the ink hits the surface, UV lights follow behind, curing (drying) it instantly. This prevents smudging and ensures sharp edges. -
The Parts Are Assembled Into a Cube
Once all the parts are printed and dried, the cube is assembled and checked for quality. -
It’s Packed and Shipped to You
The finished product is included in our next shipment from our trusted manufacturer and delivered to you!
✅ Why UV Printing Is Ideal for Cubes
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Bright, Accurate Colours – Your designs stay sharp and vibrant
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Long-Lasting – UV ink is scratch-resistant and doesn’t fade easily
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No Stickers – The print is directly on the cube plastic — no peeling, no shifting
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Custom Shapes and Surfaces – Unlike traditional printing, UV printers can print on non-flat, non-paper materials — perfect for puzzle pieces
🧩 Want to Try It Yourself?
If you’ve got a logo, a design, or a creative idea, why not bring it to life on a real 2x2, 3x3, or 4x4 cube?
You can start small with a one-off personalised gift, or scale up with bulk orders for your team, business, or event.
Browse all options here:
👉 View Custom Cubes
💬 Questions?
If you’re not sure how to format your design or want to check if something will print well, feel free to contact us. We’re happy to help.
