Last summer, my neighbor bought a pack of 55/45 cotton-poly T-shirts for a camping trip. She washed them on hot and dried them on high heat because she was packing at midnight. The next morning, her husband held up a shirt and said, “Babe, this fits our dog.”
She laughed, but she learned the hard way. Now, she hand-washes everything in cold water and hangs them on the line. Her shirts are still the same size, and her dog is still a good boy who doesn’t need a tiny wardrobe.
310gsm 55%Cotton 45%Polyester Bonded Double Knit Fabric 185cm KF2081
What If You Want It To Shrink?
Okay, here’s a twist. Sometimes you want a little shrinkage. Maybe you bought a shirt that’s slightly too big, or you love a snugger fit. In that case, go ahead—wash it on warm and dry it on medium heat.
But don’t go nuclear. High heat can cause uneven shrinkage, making one sleeve longer than the other. Trust me, that’s a look that only works if you’re in a punk band. For everyone else, it’s just frustrating.
