Product Description: EVERYGLOW® Glow-in-the-Dark Cotton Fabric
1. Overview
EVERYGLOW Glow-in-the-Dark Cotton Fabric is a premium textile engineered for the high-end apparel and T-shirt manufacturing industry. By integrating advanced photoluminescent fibers with high-quality natural cotton, we have created a fabric that offers the comfort and breathability of traditional cotton with the innovative ability to glow in total darkness.
This fabric is ideal for designers looking to create eye-catching streetwear, safety-conscious activewear, and unique promotional garments.
2. Key Features
- Integrated Glow Technology: The photoluminescent properties are embedded at the fiber level, ensuring a uniform and lasting glow that won’t “wash off” like topical prints.
- Natural Comfort: Composed primarily of high-grade cotton, maintaining a soft hand-feel, excellent moisture-wicking properties, and breathability.
- High-Intensity Afterglow: Charges quickly under sunlight or indoor lighting to provide sustained visibility for 8–10+ hours.
- Superior Color Fastness: Resistant to fading and discoloration, ensuring the fabric looks as good during the day as it does at night.
- Safe & Skin-Friendly: Non-radioactive, non-toxic, and free from harsh chemicals, making it safe for direct skin contact and children’s apparel.
3. Technical Specifications
| Property | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | 85% Cotton, 15% Photoluminescent Fiber (Variable ratios available) |
| Weight | 180gsm – 260gsm (Standard T-shirt weights) |
| Glow Color | Yellow-Green / Aqua Blue |
| Fabric Type | Single Jersey / Interlock / Pique |
| Width | 148cm – 155cm |
| Shrinkage | ≤ 5% (Standard for high-quality cotton) |
4. Apparel Applications
- Streetwear & Fashion: Signature T-shirts, oversized hoodies, and glow-accented joggers.
- Activewear: Night-run T-shirts and cycling jerseys for enhanced low-light safety.
- Branding & Merchandising: Concert T-shirts, clubwear, and event-specific promotional apparel.
- Kids’ Wear: Fun, interactive pajamas and graphic tees that provide comfort in the dark.
5. Manufacturing & Sewing Guidelines
- Needle Choice: Use standard ball-point needles (70/10 or 80/12) to prevent fiber damage.
- Thread Compatibility: Works perfectly with standard polyester or cotton threads. For a 100% luminous effect, pair with EVERYGLOW glow-in-the-dark embroidery thread.
- Printing: Highly compatible with screen printing (water-based or plastisol) and DTG (Direct to Garment) printing.
- Cutting: Standard automated or manual cutting equipment can be used without fraying concerns.
6. Care & Laundering
- Machine wash cold (30°C or 40°C) with like colors.
- Use mild detergents; avoid bleach or optical brighteners which can mask the glow.
- Tumble dry on low heat or hang dry in the shade to preserve fiber integrity.
- Iron on medium heat; avoiding direct high heat on the luminous fibers is recommended.