GILDAN HOODIE HEAVY BLEND | 18500

The Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie is Australia’s best-selling wholesale blank hoodie for screen printing — a 271gsm 50% cotton / 50% polyester pullover built to deliver consistent results for decorators, promotional merchandise buyers, and businesses outfitting teams on a budget without sacrificing quality. Available wholesale at PS Apparel — blank or custom printed via our in-house screen printing and heat transfer service. No minimum orders.

Why the 18500 works for screen printing

Gildan’s Heavy Blend uses MVS air-jet spun yarn — a spinning method that creates finer, more uniform fibres with less surface fuzz than open-end yarn alternatives. The result is a smoother print surface with better ink adhesion and reduced pilling after washing, which matters for printed hoodies that see regular use. The fabric is quarter-turned to eliminate the centre crease that plagues cheaper hoodies and creates a visible line through front prints. The double-lined hood with colour-matched drawcord, 1×1 rib cuffs and waistband with spandex, and double-needle stitching throughout give the 18500 a durability profile that punches well above its price point.

Wholesale value — the price that makes print runs viable

The 18500 sits at the intersection of price and quality that makes it the go-to for event hoodies, school spirit wear, sports clubs, and any decorated hoodie program where the client needs to hit a price point without ordering a cheap garment that reflects poorly on the brand. It’s not the most premium hoodie in the range — that’s the AS Colour 5101 — but it’s the right choice for high-volume runs where per-unit cost matters and the end customer wants something that feels and looks like a proper hoodie, not a giveaway.

Sustainability credentials

The Gildan 18500 is certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 — meaning every component has been tested for harmful substances. Made with US Cotton Trust Protocol cotton and produced in facilities using Higg Index Level 2 social compliance practices. For businesses with corporate sustainability reporting requirements, these credentials are worth noting when selecting a decorated garment at scale.

Custom printing at PS Apparel

All Gildan 18500 hoodies are available blank at wholesale pricing or custom printed with your logo via PS Apparel’s in-house screen printing and transfer service. No minimum orders on blank stock. Australia-wide delivery from Port Stephens, NSW.

Product Features at a Glance

• Classic fit
• 271 g/m² 50% cotton / 50% polyester
• Preshrunk fleece knit
• Double-lined hood with colour-matched drawcord
• Double-needle stitching
• Pouch pocket
• 1 x 1 rib with spandex
• Air jet yarns = softer feel and reduced pilling
• Tear away label