The Top 3 Blank T-Shirts For Screen Printing

The Top 3 Blank T-Shirts For Screen Printing

Posted by Jaanvi Mittal on 10th Jul 2025

Every decorator knows it: the quality of your blank can make or break your print. Crisp inks, sharp edges, long-lasting wear — it all starts with the right tee. That’s why Gildan Brands AU has become the go-to for screen printers across Australia. With local stock of Gildan, American Apparel, and Comfort Colors, you get top-tier blanks without long wait times or customs headaches.

Here’s a look at three standouts for screen printing — and why they’re trusted by Aussie printers, big and small.

1. Gildan Softstyle® 64000 T-shirt

Made from 100% ring-spun cotton, the Softstyle 64000 has a smooth surface that’s perfect for vibrant prints. At 153 GSM, it’s lightweight yet durable — ideal for everyday wear in warm Aussie climates. Softstyle handles plastisol and water-based inks equally well, and with a huge range of colours and sizes, it’s a versatile blank that keeps costs in check without skimping on feel. Reliable, affordable, and consistent across batches — no surprises under the press.

2. American Apparel® 2001 Fine Jersey T-shirt

The blank for premium brands. The 2001 Fine Jersey T-shirt is crafted from combed, ring-spun cotton, offering a tight weave and silky finish that takes detailed prints beautifully. At 153 GSM with a modern, unisex fit, it’s lightweight but luxe — the kind of shirt customers reach for again and again. Perfect for high-end fashion lines, retail drops, or any print that demands extra finesse. Plus, it comes with tear-away labels for easy rebranding.

3. Comfort Colors® 1717

The heavyweight, garment-dyed icon. Comfort Colors 1717 clocks in at 207 GSM, delivering a sturdy feel with that soft, broken-in texture customers love. Garment-dyeing gives it vintage, sun-faded tones and ensures it’s pre-shrunk. Ideal for earthy, lifestyle-driven brands, coastal markets, and retro graphics. It soaks up water-based and discharge inks like a sponge, locking in prints for a worn-in look that lasts.

Why Gildan Brands AU?
Because all three are stocked locally. That means faster turnaround, no international shipping delays, and easier cash flow planning. And with certifications like WRAP and OEKO-TEX®, you’re getting blanks made with respect for people and the planet.

Ready to level up your next print run?
Choose the blank that suits your brand best — and get it locally through Gildan Brands AU. That’s how smart decorators print.