What is Gildan Heavy Blend made of?

What is Gildan Heavy Blend made of?

Gildan hoodies (18500 and 18600) are Heavy Blend™ and are made of a blend of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. This type of blend is extremely versatile and is used to make everything from hoodies and shirts to bedsheets and tablecloths.

Do Gildan heavy blend hoodies shrink?

Does it shrink? Because the Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie is made with 50/50 preshrunk cotton and polyester blend, the polyester component substantially lowers the overall shrink ability of the Gildan hoodie. However, do expect 2-3% shrinkage in length when following the washing label’s instructions.

How do you wash a Gildan heavy blend hoodie?

Washing Instructions: Machine wash warm. Inside out, with like colours. Only non-chlorine bleach. Tumble dry medium.