Developed for Leggings, this Double Knit answers the most common brief we receive: squat-proof coverage and recovery at the knee and seat. The yarn package is 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex, chosen because it provides a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that Thermal Brushed.
80% Nylon 20% Spandex 280 GSM Double Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 80% Nylon 20% Spandex Thermal Brushed Double Knit |
| Composition | 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex |
| Construction | Double Knit (a stable double-knit construction) |
| Weight | 280 GSM |
| Width | 155 cm |
| Function | Thermal Brushed — traps warm air while staying light enough for active use |
| Performance target | thermal resistance above 0.08 m2K/W |
| Test method | ISO 11092 thermal resistance |
| Additional value | warmth-to-weight ratio better than a standard fleece |
| Stretch | Four-way, recovery above 92% |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, REACH compliant inputs |
| MOQ | 300 m per colour |
| Lead time | 20–25 days after approval |
Why this construction works
Performance comes from three decisions: the yarn, the stitch and the finishing route. 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex supplies the base behaviour, a stable double-knit construction sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
Double Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Thermal Brushed: traps warm air while staying light enough for active use, measured by ISO 11092 thermal resistance.
- Hand and comfort: a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction.
- Construction benefit: body and firmness without any need for lining.
- Consistency: GSM and width tolerance are locked per lot and recorded on the inspection sheet.
- Durability: performance is verified after repeated washing, not only as delivered.
Recommended applications
Specified mainly for Leggings, and suited to any programme where squat-proof coverage and recovery at the knee and seat is written into the brief. Designers use the same base for matching styles, which keeps colour continuity simple across a collection.
Thermal Brushed fabric prepared for Leggings production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Dyeing runs on a controlled recipe with consolidated dye lots to hold shade continuity. Finishing options include wicking, antibacterial, soft touch and anti-pilling, applied after lab trials so the hand approved in sampling is the hand delivered in bulk.
Care instructions
- Machine wash at 30 degrees with mild detergent, no fabric softener.
- Dry away from direct heat and do not tumble dry hot.
- Cool iron on the reverse if needed, and avoid bleach.
Ordering, sampling and quality control
Sampling is fast: A4 hand feel cards, laboratory dips and a 5 metre trial roll within a week. Bulk runs in 20-25 days, with inline inspection and a final random inspection before packing.
Roll inspection and packing before shipment
Frequently asked questions
Can we get recycled content with this construction? In most cases yes. GRS certified recycled nylon or polyester can replace the virgin yarn with full chain of custody documents, usually with no visible change in hand or performance.
Is the performance tested on every lot? Yes. The named test method is repeated on bulk fabric, not only on the approval sample, and the report carries the lot number so results can be traced back.
