Developed for Tennis and Golf Wear, this Ponte Roma Knit answers the most common brief we receive: sun protection with a clean, structured appearance. The yarn package is polyester elastane with a bio-based chitosan finish, chosen because it provides a bio-derived antibacterial route for restricted substance sensitive programmes, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that Thermal Brushed.
Polyester Elastane Chitosan Finish 340 GSM Ponte Roma Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Polyester Elastane Chitosan Finish Thermal Brushed Ponte Roma Knit |
| Composition | polyester elastane with a bio-based chitosan finish |
| Construction | Ponte Roma Knit (a firm ponte roma double knit) |
| Weight | 340 GSM |
| Width | 150 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
The construction does the work before any chemistry is added. a firm ponte roma double knit means a clean, structured surface with enough hold for tailored athleisure, and that structure is what allows the fabric to traps warm air while staying light enough for active use under the conditions Tennis and Golf Wear actually face.
Ponte Roma 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 bio-derived antibacterial route for restricted substance sensitive programmes.
- 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
The first choice for Tennis and Golf Wear, where sun protection with a clean, structured appearance is the requirement that decides the fabric. It also converts cleanly into coordinated pieces in the same programme, since the hand and the shade run together.
Thermal Brushed fabric prepared for Tennis and Golf Wear production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Available in piece dyed, yarn dyed or sublimation ready form. Functional finishes such as moisture management, antibacterial, anti-pilling and UV absorption can be applied individually or combined, and each is verified against its test method before bulk release.
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
Trial quantity starts at 300 metres per colour with laboratory dips in five working days. Bulk lead time is 20-25 days after approval, and every lot ships with a test report, a shade check and an inspection record.
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.
