HARBORSIDE MÉLANGE
FABRIC DETAILS
6.2 oz. 55% polyester/35% combed ringspun cotton Harborside Mélange French Terry and 4.5 oz. 65% polyester/35% combed ringspun cotton Harborside Mélange jersey
PRINT TECHNIQUES
Harborside Mélange fabric is made of polyester rich fibers and should be printed as such.
Ask your ink supplier to help select inks used. Many manufactures have inks specifically designed to help you deal with known challenges of dyed synthetic fabrics.
Use the manufacture recommended specialty products, these may include bleed blockers and other additives designed to produce a high-quality durable print on polyester.
Follow your manufacturer’s instructions for curing time and temperature. Most polyester garments are cured below 320 degrees.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Polyester fabric may be resistant to your standard platen adhesives and proper care must be taken to avoid shifting when on the press.
Proper cooling times prior to boxing and shipping will help you avoid excess heat which can be trapped between folded garments and enhance migration.
Plastisol - Low cure for Poly