This Ponte Roma Knit is built for brands whose Tennis and Golf Wear programme needs sun protection with a clean, structured appearance without a complicated supply chain. Knitted from 50% polyester / 42% polyamide / 8% elastane, it offers a dense surface that takes sublimation print cleanly, and the construction is engineered so that Four-Way Stretch Recovery.
Polyester Polyamide Elastane Blend 320 GSM Ponte Roma Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Polyester Polyamide Elastane Blend Four-Way Stretch Recovery Ponte Roma Knit |
| Composition | 50% polyester / 42% polyamide / 8% elastane |
| Construction | Ponte Roma Knit (a firm ponte roma double knit) |
| Weight | 320 GSM |
| Width | 160 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. 50% polyester / 42% polyamide / 8% elastane supplies the base behaviour, a firm ponte roma double knit sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
Ponte Roma 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 dense surface that takes sublimation print cleanly.
- Construction benefit: a clean, structured surface with enough hold for tailored athleisure.
- 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 Tennis and Golf Wear, and suited to any programme where sun protection with a clean, structured appearance 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 Tennis and Golf Wear 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
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.
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.
