This Double Knit is built for brands whose Swimwear programme needs chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention without a complicated supply chain. Knitted from 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face, it offers a peach-skin surface without any heavy softening bath, and the construction is engineered so that Four-Way Stretch Recovery.
87% Polyester 13% Spandex Brushed 310 GSM Double Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 87% Polyester 13% Spandex Brushed Four-Way Stretch Recovery Double Knit |
| Composition | 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face |
| Construction | Double Knit (a stable double-knit construction) |
| Weight | 310 GSM |
| Width | 150 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. 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face 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 peach-skin surface without any heavy softening bath.
- 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 Swimwear, and suited to any programme where chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention 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 Swimwear 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.
