Uniform Fabrics: 8 Types Compared by GSM, Abrasion and Cost per Wear
Overview
Uniform Fabrics: 8 Types Compared by GSM, Abrasion and Cost per Wear, listed by LantaoWork. Published figures include fabric Tear resistance, airflow Best for and ripstop High.
Technical specifications
| Fabric | Tear resistance |
|---|---|
| Airflow | Best for |
| Ripstop | High |
| Low | Utilities, tactical, field service |
| 65/35 Twill | Medium |
| Medium | Indoor, light industrial, logistics |
| Fabric type | Moisture transfer |
| Ideal garments | Best roles |
| Commodity polyester | Poor |
| Promotional items | Climate-controlled indoor |
| Performance polyester | Excellent |
| Polos, base layers | Landscaping, logistics |
| Antimicrobial type | Durability |
| Wash lifespan | Best application |
| Topical spray | Low |
| Under 20 washes | Short-term wear |
| Yarn-level technology | High |
| 100+ washes | Long-service workwear |
| Care warning | Best roles |
| Inherently FR | Life of garment |
| Garment type | Best fabric |
| Vest | Lightweight poly mesh |
| High | Summer roadside |
| Shirt | Birdseye knit poly |
| Jacket | PU-coated oxford |
| Low (waterproof) | Winter site safety |
