Gildan 18600 Heavy Blend Full Zip Hoodie

About

Unlock your perfect personalized zip-up hoodie with the Gildan Heavy Blend 18600, your durable canvas for custom logos, unique text, or photo designs. This classic-fit sweatshirt blends soft 50% US cotton and 50% polyester, featuring an overlapped metal zipper perfect for left or right-chest custom printing. Design your unique apparel effortlessly with Inksie's easy customizer and enjoy fast, hassle-free service with no order minimums. We proudly produce all personalized products in the US, ensuring quick delivery and a commitment to a smaller carbon footprint.

Material

50% Cotton/50% Polyester

Fit

Classic

Weight

8 oz/yd²

Care

Wash similar colors together, no ironing on print, wash and iron inside out.

Features

Classic fit with a tubular body
Spun yarn for a softer feel and reduced pilling
Features a metal zipper
Overlapped fabric across the zipper allows for full front printing
Unlined hood with a color-matched drawcord
Double-needle pouch pocket for added reinforcement
Durable double-needle stitching on the shoulders, armholes, neck, waistband, and cuffs
Rib knit with spandex for enhanced stretch and recovery
Tear away label
Made with 100% recycled fabric cutting scraps
Manufactured using 33% renewable energy

How to Measure

Lay your garment flat on a level surface and smooth out any wrinkles before measuring. Follow these two steps to find your ideal size:

(A) Body Width: Measure straight across the chest from one underarm seam to the other. This "Body Width" measurement represents the width of the garment, not the full circumference of your chest.
(B) Body Length: Measure vertically from the highest point of the shoulder (where the collar meets the shoulder seam) down to the very bottom of the hem.

Sizing Information

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Size	Body Width (A)	Body Length (B)
S	21	27 1/2
M	23	28 1/2
L	25	29 1/2
XL	26 1/2	30 1/2
2XL	28	31 1/2
3XL	29 1/2	32 1/2

Measurements refer to body width (half chest) and body length. Product measurements may vary by up to 1" (2.5cm).

FAQ

Gildan Custom Unisex Heavy Blend Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirt (18600)

What decoration methods are recommended for the 50/50 cotton-polyester blend of the Gildan 18600 Full Zip Hoodie

The 50/50 blend of the Gildan 18600 makes it an exceptionally versatile canvas, and we recommend three top-tier decoration methods to maximize your custom branding. For vibrant, long-lasting bulk orders, Screen Printing is ideal, utilizing low-cure inks to prevent polyester-related dye migration. Alternatively, DTF Transfers (Direct to Film) deliver highly detailed graphics and superior color saturation with a soft feel. Finally, Embroidery offers a premium, durable, and professional texture perfect for small logos, and the overlapped metal zipper allows for unique, seamless Full Front Printing.

How does the overlapped fabric and tear-away label on the Gildan 18600 Heavy Blend Full Zip Hoodie optimize it for full front custom branding?

The overlapped fabric construction is key, as it neatly covers the metal zipper to create a smooth, continuous canvas for full-front screen printing or DTF transfers, ensuring your graphics are seamless and vibrant across the entire chest area for maximum design impact. Furthermore, the tear-away label simplifies the rebranding process, allowing you to effortlessly relabel and sell a professional, retail-ready product under your unique brand identity.

What customization methods work best on the 50/50 cotton-poly blend of the Gildan 18600 Heavy Blend Full Zip Hoodie?

The 50/50 cotton-polyester blend of the Gildan 18600 is best customized using Direct to Film (DTF) printing or Embroidery. DTF printing is highly recommended for vibrant, durable results, offering unlimited color options and no design limitations. Embroidery provides a premium, textured finish, which is ideal for logos and simple graphics on thicker apparel. Screen printing is also a viable option but requires the use of low-cure inks and careful temperature control to prevent dye migration.

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