Product Overview
The Tee Jays Ribbed Interlock Crew Neck (TJ057) is a sophisticated addition to our heavyweight collection, designed for those who require a garment that bridges the gap between casual comfort and professional utility. Constructed from a high-density interlock fabric, this sweatshirt offers a more substantial feel and a smoother surface than standard jersey knits. The integration of ringspun combed cotton ensures a soft hand-feel, while the silicone treatment provides a sleek, retail-quality finish that remains resilient through repeated wear and laundering.
Key Features
- Double Pre-shrunk Fabric: The material undergoes a rigorous pre-shrinking process twice to ensure the garment maintains its original dimensions and fit after washing, reducing the risk of distortion.
- Silicone Treatment: This specialist finish creates an exceptionally smooth fabric surface, enhancing the garment's aesthetic and providing a superior base for custom branding.
- Herringbone Neck Tape: A reinforced tape along the inner neck seam provides structural integrity and prevents stretching, ensuring the sweatshirt retains its shape over time.
- Elastane-Reinforced Ribs: The addition of elastane to the cuffs and hem provides excellent stretch and recovery, preventing the sagging often seen in lesser-quality workwear.
- Interlock Knit: This double-knit construction results in a thicker, stronger fabric that is identical on both sides, offering enhanced thermal properties and durability.
Design & Performance
Engineered with a blend of 80% ringspun combed cotton and 20% polyester, this sweatshirt is built for longevity. The ringspun cotton provides the necessary strength and softness for all-day wear, while the polyester content adds essential moisture-wicking properties and structural stability. As a heavyweight garment, it provides significant warmth, making it an ideal choice for cooler environments or outdoor work where a standard sweatshirt might prove insufficient.
The performance of the TJ057 is further enhanced by its silicone-washed finish. This not only improves the feel against the skin but also acts as a protective barrier for the fibres, ensuring the garment looks newer for longer. The ribbed details are designed to be snug but flexible, accommodating movement without losing their professional silhouette.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The substantial weight and smooth surface of the TJ057 make it a versatile choice for customisation. For a traditional and highly professional appearance, we recommend embroidery. The dense interlock knit provides a stable foundation for intricate logos and text, ensuring that even heavy stitch counts do not cause the fabric to pucker.
If your branding requires a larger, more vibrant design, the silicone-treated surface is exceptionally well-suited for various printing techniques. Our in-house production team, based in Telford and operating since 1976, manages the entire process to ensure your branding is applied with precision, maintaining the premium look of the Tee Jays range.
Use Cases
Given its polished appearance and heavyweight construction, this sweatshirt is ideally suited for client-facing roles where a professional image is paramount. It is a popular choice for supervisors, retail staff, and corporate teams who require a uniform that is both practical and premium. The clean lines and crew neck design also make it suitable for layering over a collared shirt for a more formal workwear ensemble.
Why MyWorkwear
At MyWorkwear, we have been perfecting the art of custom workwear since 1976. Operating from our facility in Telford, we combine decades of technical expertise with modern technology to deliver garments that meet the highest standards. We understand that your workwear is an extension of your brand, which is why we handle every stage of the customisation process in-house to ensure quality control and reliability.
Practical Advice
This sweatshirt is designed with a standard fit, ranging from Small to 3XL. For a more tailored appearance, we recommend sticking to your usual size; however, if you intend to layer this garment over multiple base layers, you may wish to consider the next size up. The interlock fabric is thicker than a standard sweatshirt, so please account for the added bulk when pairing with jackets or outerwear.
Caring for your product
To maintain the structural integrity and the soft finish of the silicone treatment, we recommend a domestic machine wash at 40°C. Washing at higher temperatures can degrade the elastane in the ribs and may cause premature fading of the cotton fibres.
Always wash the sweatshirt with similar colours to prevent dye migration. We advise against the use of bleach or chlorine-based detergents, as these harsh chemicals break down the ringspun cotton, leading to a loss of fabric strength and vibrancy.
For drying, a low-heat tumble dry is acceptable, though air drying is preferable to extend the life of the garment. If the sweatshirt has been customised with a print, do not iron directly over the design. High heat from an iron will cause the print to melt or peel, permanently damaging both the branding and the fabric.
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