T-Shirt Fabric Types: Cotton, Polyester, Viscose Detailed Comparison
T-Shirt Fabric Types Comparison
The right fabric choice directly affects your t-shirt's comfort, durability and print quality. In this guide, we compare all fabric types in detail.
Main Fabric Types
100% Cotton: Natural, breathable, ideal for printing. Medium price.
Cotton-Polyester Blend (65/35 or 50/50): Less wrinkle, less shrinkage, more durable. Economic.
100% Polyester: Most durable, required for sublimation. Economic to medium price.
Ringspun Cotton: Extra soft texture, best for DTG. High price.
Organic Cotton: Pesticide-free, GOTS certified, eco-friendly. Highest price.
Best Fabric by Printing Technique
| Technique | Best Fabric | Why? | |-----------|-----------|------| | Screen Print | 100% Cotton 180gsm | Optimal ink absorption | | DTG | Ringspun Cotton | Soft surface, detail quality | | Embroidery | Pique, 200gsm+ | Thick fabric ideal for stitching | | Sublimation | 100% Polyester | Dyes only bond to polyester |