This Double Knit is built for brands whose Hoodies and Joggers programme needs warmth without bulk and a stable brushed surface without a complicated supply chain. Knitted from 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex, it offers a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction, and the construction is engineered so that Four-Way Stretch Recovery.
80% Nylon 20% Spandex 280 GSM Double Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 80% Nylon 20% Spandex Four-Way Stretch Recovery Double Knit |
| Composition | 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex |
| Construction | Double Knit (a stable double-knit construction) |
| Weight | 280 GSM |
| Width | 170 cm |
| Function | Four-Way Stretch Recovery — extends in both directions and returns without bagging |
| Performance target | less than 5% growth after repeated extension |
| Test method | ASTM D2594 stretch and recovery |
| Additional value | recovery tested on a worn garment, not only on flat fabric |
| 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
- Four-Way Stretch Recovery: extends in both directions and returns without bagging, measured by ASTM D2594 stretch and recovery.
- 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 Hoodies and Joggers, and suited to any programme where warmth without bulk and a stable brushed surface is written into the brief. Designers use the same base for matching styles, which keeps colour continuity simple across a collection.
Four-Way Stretch Recovery fabric prepared for Hoodies and Joggers 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
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
