■ Manufacturing since 2020 · Sialkot, Pakistan
Guides for fightwear brands · Sialkot, Pakistan
Everything that goes into choosing rash guard fabric: fiber blend, stretch, weight, knit and how it affects printing, comfort and durability.
Short answer: Most rash guards use a polyester/spandex knit (about 80–90% polyester, 10–20% spandex) at roughly 180–220 GSM, because it's durable, quick-drying and takes sublimation. Nylon/spandex is softer and cooler but can't be sublimated in the standard way. Choose by decoration method first, then by feel and price.
| Blend | Feel | Printing | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyester/spandex | Smooth, slightly firm | Full sublimation | Lower |
| Nylon/spandex | Very soft, cool | Dyed colors + print/transfer | Higher |
| Recycled polyester/spandex | Similar to standard | Sublimation | Slightly higher |
See polyester/elastane and nylon/elastane.
More spandex means more stretch and compression. Around 12–15% suits most rash guards; compression garments may go to 18–20%.
Read fabric GSM explained.
Interlock knits are stable and smooth on both faces; single jerseys are lighter; warp knits are very stable and run-resistant. Ask your manufacturer which knit their fabric uses.
Stretch it hard: does it recover? Is it see-through stretched? Wash it five times: has it pilled or shrunk? Sublimate a test print: are colors bright and sharp?
Words like "antibacterial", "moisture-wicking" or "UV protection" are performance claims. Only use them if the mill can provide test evidence for your exact fabric.
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Around 180–220 GSM for most brands.
Softer and cooler, but more expensive and not suited to standard sublimation.
Share a sketch, tech pack, reference photo or just your logo. We reply within one working day with options, a sample plan and pricing for your quantities. Minimum order: 10 pieces per design.
