# The value midweight crewneck for high-volume custom apparel Record: `garment:gildan:18000` · Revision: `gildan-18000.2026-09-16.r1` · Projection: `vaybel` · Published: 2026-09-20 JSON: https://api.vaybel.com/garments/gildan-18000/vaybel.json · Page: https://vaybel.com/blanks/gildan-18000 · Schema: https://api.vaybel.com/garments/schema.json Research snapshot. Prices are timestamped observations, not quotes; stock, asset availability and production capability are not guaranteed. ## When to choose this garment ### Consider it for Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck: 8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton/polyester, 2-end midweight fleece, pre-shrunk, air-jet spun 20-singles yarn. [C0006] Heather Sport and other heather colors are a higher-polyester 40/60 blend. [C0007] Classic, boxy unisex fit; independent reviewers call it true to size (size down for a fitted look, up for roomier). [C0055] ### Keep in mind Selection guidance from the cited research, not a comparative ranking. Customer observations are not durability tests. Printing, fulfillment, prices and shipping must be evaluated separately. A pre-shrunk 8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton-polyester fleece with a classic, boxy tubular fit, air-jet spun yarn, 1x1 rib collar/cuffs/waistband with spandex, and a wide color and S-5XL size range; strong value when premium heaviness and maximum DTG vibrancy are not required. [C0006, C0018, C0017, C0045] ## Overview Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck: 8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton/polyester, 2-end midweight fleece, pre-shrunk, air-jet spun 20-singles yarn. [C0006] Heather Sport and other heather colors are a higher-polyester 40/60 blend. [C0007] ## Tradeoffs Low cost, broad color/size range and a soft air-jet hand, versus a midweight (not heavy) blend and reduced DTG vibrancy. [C0006, C0038] Heather colors run 40/60 cotton/polyester, raising dye-migration considerations for DTG. [C0007] ## Decoration Printful supports DTG (default, one front print included), embroidery and DTF; all 17 Printify providers offer DTG. [C0038, C0068] The maker notes the 50/50 blend can cause dye migration that dulls DTG prints; sampling is advised. [C0038] Printify print-file sizes vary by provider (e.g. SwiftPOD front 3461x3955 px; Fulfill Engine 2976x3398 px). [C0040] ## Alternatives For more vivid DTG, the Gildan SF000 Softstyle crewneck (80/20 ring-spun, 100% cotton face, ~8.4 oz) prints more vibrantly; not benchmarked hands-on this run. [C0038] ## When it fits Best for price-sensitive custom crewnecks at volume, with S-5XL and 25-36 colors depending on provider. [C0045] Less suited to designs needing the most vivid DTG or a premium heavyweight hand. [C0038, C0006] ## Fit and sizing Classic, boxy unisex fit; independent reviewers call it true to size (size down for a fitted look, up for roomier). [C0055] Finished body length 26 in (XS) to 34 in (5XL); chest laid flat 18 in to 34 in; sleeve from center back 32.5 in to 40.5 in (+/-1 in). [C0014] Some buyers found it snug/tight and others large; fit reports vary. [C0054] ## Standard pricing Printful standard price (one front DTG print included): S-XL 19.17, 2XL 21.17, 3XL 23.17, 4XL 25.17, 5XL 27.17 USD (snapshot 2026-09-16; excludes shipping/tax). [C0045] Add-ons: back +5.95, each sleeve +5.95, front/back DTF +5.95, chest/wrist/neckline embroidery +2.95, outside label +2.49, inside DTF label +0.99 USD. [C0046] Printify per-provider prices are not in the catalog API and require a live quote. [C0045] ## Customer evidence Printful's page shows 4.5/5 across 1690 reviews (mixed garment/print/fulfillment); 30 recent bodies were read. [C0058] A distributor lists 52 reviews with 98% at 4-5 stars; an independent wash test reports ~2.8-4.1% shrinkage and minimal pilling (4/5) after 20 washes. [C0059, C0060] Recurring themes: soft and cozy hand and good value, against dull DTG prints, off-white white, occasional pilling, and fulfillment errors. [C0054, C0055] ## Fabric and colors 39 color rows recorded (25 on Printful with declared swatch hex; more across Printify providers; a few Gildan-palette colors). [C0008] White may look off-white and Orange shifts hue with lighting, by the maker's disclaimer. [C0064] ## Technical handoff Finished-garment and body measurement datasets plus per-provider print-file pixel geometry are recorded; grade rules and validated assets are not public. [C0014, C0040] ## Sample before launch Before scaling: sample a saturated DTG print for dye migration, run a home shrink test, and check the midweight hand against your 'heavy' expectation. [C0038, C0014] ## Questions ### What is the Gildan 18000 made of? A pre-shrunk 8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²) 50/50 cotton/polyester fleece; heather colors are 40/60 cotton/polyester. [C0006, C0007] ### How is it priced on Printful? Standard price starts at 19.17 USD (S-XL) with one front DTG print included; larger sizes and extra placements cost more. [C0045, C0046] ## Claim sources - [C0006] S020: Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt spec sheet (Gildan artwork; finished measurements + fabric) — https://thatmadmoose.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gildan_18000_Spec_Sheet.pdf-2.pdf; Bullet: 8 oz/yd² (US) 13.3 oz/L yd (CA), 50/50 cotton/polyester, 20 singles; 2-end midweight fleece; air jet yarn; pre-shrunk classic fit; S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; product.description '50% cotton, 50% polyester; Pre-shrunk; air-jet spun yarn'; variants[].material 50/50; S005: Printify blueprint 49 (Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt / Gildan 18000) — no public locator; description 'medium-heavy (8.0 oz/yd² (271 g/m²)) 50/50 cotton-polyester blend' - [C0007] S020: Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt spec sheet (Gildan artwork; finished measurements + fabric) — https://thatmadmoose.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gildan_18000_Spec_Sheet.pdf-2.pdf; Bullet: Heather Sport colors: 60/40 polyester/cotton; S021: Gildan retail product page: Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Adult Crewneck Sweatshirt — https://retail.gildan.com/18000-adult-crewneck-sweatshirt-en_us/; Heathers: 40% U.S Cotton | 60% polyester; S005: Printify blueprint 49 (Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt / Gildan 18000) — no public locator; Fabric blends: Heather Sport colors - 60% polyester, 40% cotton - [C0008] S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; result.variants[].color, .color_code (declared swatch hex) for the 25 Printful colors - [C0014] S020: Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt spec sheet (Gildan artwork; finished measurements + fabric) — https://thatmadmoose.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gildan_18000_Spec_Sheet.pdf-2.pdf; Finished Measurements table: Body Length, Chest Width (Laid Flat), Sleeve Length (From Center Back), XS-5XL, +/-1 in - [C0017] S020: Gildan 18000 Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt spec sheet (Gildan artwork; finished measurements + fabric) — https://thatmadmoose.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Gildan_18000_Spec_Sheet.pdf-2.pdf; Bullets: 2-end midweight fleece; air jet yarn; double-needle at shoulders/armholes/neck/waistband/cuffs; 1x1 rib with spandex; S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; description: 1x1 athletic rib knit collar with spandex; double-needle stitched collar/shoulders/armholes/cuffs/hem; air-jet spun yarn; S005: Printify blueprint 49 (Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt / Gildan 18000) — no public locator; double-needle stitching at shoulder, armhole, neck, waistband and cuff seams - [C0018] S005: Printify blueprint 49 (Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt / Gildan 18000) — no public locator; description: 'A seamless body design reduces irritation'; S025: YouApparel comparison: Gildan 18000 vs SF000 Softstyle crewneck (DTG/composition) — https://www.youapparel.com/blog/gildan-18000-vs-sf000-softstyle-crewneck-sweatshirt-comparison; 18000 has a 'classic, tubular fit' - [C0038] S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; techniques[] DTG(default)/EMBROIDERY/DTFILM; files[] placements + additional_price + full_color option; S025: YouApparel comparison: Gildan 18000 vs SF000 Softstyle crewneck (DTG/composition) — https://www.youapparel.com/blog/gildan-18000-vs-sf000-softstyle-crewneck-sweatshirt-comparison; 50/50 blend dye-migration dulls DTG prints; S003: Printful product 145 public page schema.org (rating + 30 embedded reviews) — https://www.printful.com/custom/mens/sweatshirts/unisex-crew-neck-sweatshirt-gildan-18000?productId=145&productSlug=gildan-18000; embedded reviews: DTF praised; embroidery placement low - [C0040] Spp39v: Printify bp49 SwiftPOD (pp39) variants + placeholders — no public locator; variants[0].placeholders[] position/width/height/decoration_method (px print file), pp39 SwiftPOD - [C0045] S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; result.variants[].price by size: S-XL 19.17, 2XL 21.17, 3XL 23.17, 4XL 25.17, 5XL 27.17 USD; currency USD; S003: Printful product 145 public page schema.org (rating + 30 embedded reviews) — https://www.printful.com/custom/mens/sweatshirts/unisex-crew-neck-sweatshirt-gildan-18000?productId=145&productSlug=gildan-18000; schema.org offer price 19.17 USD (from) - [C0046] S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; result.product.files[]: back 5.95; front_dtf/back_dtf 5.95; sleeve_left/right 5.95; embroidery chest/wrist/neckline 2.95; label_outside 2.49; label_inside_dtf 0.99 (additional_price) - [C0054] S003: Printful product 145 public page schema.org (rating + 30 embedded reviews) — https://www.printful.com/custom/mens/sweatshirts/unisex-crew-neck-sweatshirt-gildan-18000?productId=145&productSlug=gildan-18000; schema.org review[] datePublished, reviewRating.ratingValue, description (bodies read and paraphrased; reviewer names removed) - [C0055] S022: T-Shirt Elephant independent Gildan 18000 review (firsthand wash/pilling/print-durability test) — https://www.tshirtelephant.com/resource-guide/gildan-18000-review; firsthand wash test: shrinkage %, pilling grade 4/5 after 20 washes, print durability 25+ washes, true-to-size boxy fit, 4.3/5 - [C0058] S003: Printful product 145 public page schema.org (rating + 30 embedded reviews) — https://www.printful.com/custom/mens/sweatshirts/unisex-crew-neck-sweatshirt-gildan-18000?productId=145&productSlug=gildan-18000; aggregateRating ratingValue 4.5, reviewCount 1690; 30 embedded review bodies - [C0059] S023: BlankShirts.com Gildan crewneck sweatshirt reviews (Gildan 18000: 52 reviews, 98% 4-5 star) — https://www.blankshirts.com/hoodies-sweatshirts/crewneck-sweatshirts/gildan/reviews; Gildan 18000: 52 customer reviews, 98% are 4-5 stars - [C0060] S022: T-Shirt Elephant independent Gildan 18000 review (firsthand wash/pilling/print-durability test) — https://www.tshirtelephant.com/resource-guide/gildan-18000-review; wash test: shrinkage % cold/warm; pilling grade 4/5 after 20 washes - [C0064] S001: Printful catalog product 145 (Gildan 18000) — no public locator; disclaimer: White may appear off-white rather than bright white; S005: Printify blueprint 49 (Unisex Heavy Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt / Gildan 18000) — no public locator; same disclaimer - [C0068] S006: Printify blueprint 49 print providers (decoration methods) — no public locator; decoration_methods per provider