Custom Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton Tee – Easy, Affordable, Classic Style!

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Comparing Apparel Decoration Techniques

When customizing apparel like tees, hoodies, polos, and hats, choosing the right decoration method depends on your order size, design complexity, budget, and desired finish. We will compare the most popular techniques we offer: DTF (Direct-to-Film) Printing, DTG (Direct-to-Garment) Printing, Screen Printing, and Embroidery. These are ideal for personalizing items for family outings, schools, spirit wear, merch, or
business branding.

For quotes or samples, email sales@tlapparelstore.com or simply click on Get-A-Quote.

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Here's a bullet-point comparison of our key decoration methods: DTF Printing, DTG Printing, Screen Printing, and Embroidery. This focuses on the essentials for customizing tees, hoodies, polos, and hats—ideal for family outings, schools, spirit wear, merch, or branding.

🎨 DTF Printing (Direct-to-Film)

  • Best For: Full-color designs on any fabric, small runs, samples
  • Cost: $5–10 per item | No setup fees
  • Durability: Excellent – soft,
    peel-resistant finish
  • Turnaround: 1–5 days
  • Perfect for: 1–24 items with vibrant,
    detailed graphics

🖨️ DTG Printing (Direct-to-Garment)

  • Best For: Photorealistic designs on cotton, one-offs
  • Cost: $7–12 per item | No setup fees
  • Durability: Good on cotton – may crack without pre-treatment
  • Turnaround: 1–5 days
  • Perfect for: Intricate, full-color designs on light fabrics

🖼️ Screen Printing

  • Best For: High-volume orders, bold logos, simple graphics
  • Cost: $2–5 per item (at 100+) | $20 digitizing fee
  • Durability: Superior – long-lasting, vibrant on any fabric
  • Turnaround: 7–14 days
  • Perfect for: 50+ items for teams, schools, corporate branding

🧵Embroidery

  • Best For: Professional logos, text, monograms on polos & hats
  • Cost: $8–15 per item | $40 digitizing fee
  • Durability: Exceptional – textured, never fades or cracks
  • Turnaround: 7–14 days
  • Perfect for: Premium, high-end look on fleece and structured items

Quick Guide

  • 1–24 items: DTF or DTG – no fees, fast turnaround, great for personal orders
  • 25+ items: Screen Printing – best value for bulk, consistent results
  • Premium finish: Embroidery – professional, textured look for polos and hats

Default pricing includes DTF printing. Contact us for custom quotes on other methods.

Create Your Custom Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt

The Gildan 5000 is the go-to choice for custom t-shirts that combine affordability, durability, and classic comfort. This heavyweight cotton tee is perfect for teams, businesses, events, and promotional giveaways that need quality without breaking the budget.

Why Choose the Gildan 5000?

  • Heavy Cotton Comfort - Substantial 5.3 oz fabric that feels premium and lasts wash after wash
  • Unbeatable Value - Professional quality at an affordable price point, ideal for bulk orders
  • Proven Reliability - Industry-standard tee trusted by organizations worldwide
  • Perfect Canvas - Smooth surface ideal for screen printing, embroidery, and heat transfer
  • Unisex Fit - Classic cut that works for everyone on your team

Ideal For:

  • Corporate uniforms and employee apparel
  • Team sports and group events
  • Promotional merchandise and giveaways
  • Fundraisers and community organizations
  • Trade shows and conferences
  • School spirit wear and clubs

How to Order Your Custom Gildan 5000 Tees

Ready to create custom t-shirts that represent your brand or team? Contact us at sales@tlapparelstore.com or Get A Quote with:

  • Your design, logo, or artwork
  • Preferred colors and sizes
  • Quantity needed
  • Timeline and any special requests

We'll provide a quick quote and work with you to bring your custom t-shirt vision to life. Fast turnaround, professional results, and the classic quality of Gildan 5000.

Care Instructions


- Machine wash cold (max 30°C/90°F) with similar
colors.
- Tumble dry on low heat.    
- Iron, steam, or dry on low heat if needed; do
not iron on printed areas.     
- Do not bleach or dry clean to maintain quality.

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