If the jacket you want to print on is from a
Focus on Jackets & Fleece We would always advise that wherever possible,
high-end brand, such as The North Face, it’s really important to check what the waterproof coating or membrane is made from between the outer and inner of the jacket.
If it’s Gore-Tex or a similar membrane then you’ll need to have the inner lining resealed by an off icial Gore-Tex approved company to maintain the warranty. Some brands have more durable waterproof coatings on the jackets than others and certain prints will not always bond to them properly so you just need to be mindful.
Mark Dix, co-founder and sales director, The Outdoors Company
not to embroider a waterproof jacket as this would render the fabric guarantee void and unless it is very well sealed, there would be a high chance of water penetrating to the inside of the garment.
It would be our recommendation that waterproofs are decorated with heat seal transfers. This gives you limitless options in size and colour, while still maintaining the integrity of the fabric performance.
It is always best to check with your print supplier to ensure which of their products best suit the fabric you want to print on. Also, good to confirm the correct temperature required for the application.
Furthermore, it’s always a good idea to ask for a sample or swatch from the garment manufacturer/ supplier so you can test your finish and quality before starting the job. This could save time and money in the long run.
The best decoration for fleece is embroidery or badge application. When embroidering, run a sample of the logo on the required garment. Stitch count and logo makeup will be dependent on the pile of the fleece. If the fleece is heavyweight with a thick pile, the fleece pile itself can sometimes ‘pull in’ during production, leaving some of the finer detail of the logo obscured. If this is the case you may need to either increase the stitch count or revert to a badge.
On mid-weight to micro fleece garments this becomes less of an issue and you can achieve really strong results with a smaller stitch count per logo.
For very intricate designs it is sometimes a good idea to use badges which can produce an impressive and professional finish.
Keith Browning, sales director, Craghoppers Expert Regatta Professional’s Phoebe
Craghoppers’ Expert Thermic Insulated Jacket and Expert Kiwi Tailored Convertible Trousers
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