Gildan Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt For DTF Printing
Buy blank hoodies that don’t shrink, fade, or fight the press.
The Gildan 18500 Hoodie collections is what printers in Nashville trust for DTF, screen print, and embroidery. At 8 oz with a 50/50 cotton-poly fleece, it holds heat without scorching and gives you a smooth face for crisp transfers. No puckering. No thin spots. Just solid coverage that feels heavy in the hand.
Customers wear this hoodie from fall through spring because it’s warm, durable, and fits true to size. That means fewer returns for you and more repeat orders.
Whether you’re running a 50-piece drop or stocking blanks for walk-ins, the 18500 is the workhorse you can count on. It prints clean the first time and holds up for 30+ washes.
Ready to upgrade your hoodie game? Order Gildan 18500 hoodies with your own Custom Images today and print on a blank that works as hard as you do.
Why Choose Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie
Your print is only as good as what it’s printed on. A great DTF transfer on cheap fleece will crack. A screen print on a floppy hood won’t sell twice. We’ve seen shops in Berry Hill lose repeat customers because the hood stretched out after 2 washes. And we’ve seen shops in The Gulch charge $8 more just by switching to a Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie.
The Gildan 18500 is your fall and winter money maker. It’s what people feel first. The right hoodie presses easier. It ships well. It returns less. And it makes your customer look good.
That’s why we only stock hoodies we’d print on ourselves.
Gildan 18500 Hoodie Collection Made for Nashville Brands
We carry the hoodie that moves in real shops. Not theory. Real invoices.
Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodie
The Gildan 18500 is an 8 oz, 50% cotton 50% polyester pullover hoodie. Double-lined hood with drawcord. Kangaroo pocket. Ribbed cuffs and waistband. This is the standard for schools, teams, and retail brands. Heavy enough to feel premium, not so heavy your press struggles.
Gildan Adult Hooded Sweatshirt
Same 18500 body. Classic pullover style. No zipper. Easier to print than a zip hoodie. The smooth exterior takes ink clean.
Gildan Pullover Hoodie
The workhorse. Known for warmth and durability. Brushed interior for comfort. Tight knit exterior for print quality. Perfect for DTF, screen print, and embroidery.
Best Hoodie For DTF Printing
The 18500 has a smooth face and stable body. That means better adhesion and no cracking. Press at 300°F for 10 seconds. In our tests, DTF prints lasted 30+ washes. The hood lays flat so you can print it too.
Gildan 18500 For Creating Merch that Sells
Not every job prints the same. Here’s how we run the 18500.
- For DTF Printing: Hoodie for DTF transfers needs a flat, smooth surface. The 18500 delivers. Print the chest, back, and even the hood. No pretreatment.
- For Screen Print: The 50/50 blend flashes fast and holds ink. Use low-cure ink. The double-lined hood won’t warp under the flash.
- For Embroidery: 8 oz weight has stability. The kangaroo pocket is easy to hoop. Use medium cutaway stabilizer.
- For Retail Brands: Gildan Hoodies are a known name. Customers trust the Heavy Blend. It feels substantial and washes well.
One rule we follow: ask what the hoodie is for. A team hoodie and a boutique streetwear hoodie are not the same thing.
The Gildan 18500 Fabric Details
- Weight: 8 oz. Mid-heavy. Warm without being bulky.
- Construction: Double-lined hood, double-needle stitching, ribbed cuffs and waistband.
- Interior: Brushed fleece. Soft against skin.
- Exterior: Smooth knit. Prints clean.
- Fit: Classic. Room for a tee underneath.
Exciting Color Options for an Exciting Merch Collection
Core Colors: Colors that sell year-round and work with any design.
Black
A shop staple for a reason. It hides ink bleed, makes colors pop, and sells year-round. Goes with everything. And customers grab it first in fall and winter without thinking twice.
Sport Grey
The best seller, hands down. Light enough for bright prints, dark enough to hide wear. It’s the all-season base we run most. Crews, hoodies, it just works every time.
Navy
Rich, deep, and professional. Colors stand out but don’t scream. This is what schools, teams, and corporate orders keep coming back for. It looks sharp and doesn’t show lint.
Red
Bold and eye-catching. Perfect for holidays, sports, and brands that want attention now. Prints look sharp on this classic tone. Don’t sleep on it for Valentine’s and team drops.
Forest
Earthy and versatile. Works for outdoors, military, and fall designs. A darker green that hides stains and sells well. It feels premium and pairs great with gold or white ink.
Royal
Bright but not neon. Pops on press and feels premium. Schools love it. Event planners love it. Any design needing real color gets a boost with this one.
Heathers: Soft tones that give prints a vintage, lived-in feel.
Ash
Light grey with soft texture. Ideal for vintage and pastel prints. Keeps designs from looking too heavy.
It washes well and stays soft.
Dark Heather
Charcoal with depth. Hides lint and dirt better than solid grey. Makes white and neon inks stand out with clean contrast. Great for streetwear and everyday blanks.
Brights: Bold shades that grab attention and won’t get ignored.
Orange
High-energy and fun. Great for fall, sports, and event tees. Grabs attention and pairs well with black ink.
It sells fast in October.
Safety Pink
Loud, bold, and impossible to miss. Perfect for fundraisers, awareness prints, and youth apparel that needs to stand out. People notice it across a room.
Safety Green
Fluorescent and visible. Top choice for workwear, safety teams, and festival merch. Prints look extra crisp. If you need visibility, this is the color.
Neutrals
Sand
Warm tan tone. Soft, vintage feel that works for nature and brand designs. Great alternative to white.
It’s easy to sell.
White
The clean canvas. Brightest base for full-color DTF and screen prints. Always in demand for custom orders. Just keep it away from coffee.
Charcoal
Dark but not black. Sleek and modern. Hides wear while letting bright and white inks pop hard. Customers wear it more than they think they will.
Buy Blanks That Press Smooth And Move Off Shelves
Your shop needs hoodies that work with you, not against you. Hoodies that run through the press clean. That have real weight. That your customers keep wearing all winter long.
Gildan 18500 hoodies picked by printers, for printers. From the classic Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie to bulk Gildan Pullover Hoodies, we carry the blanks Nashville shops rely on.
Order Gildan 18500 Adult Hooded Sweatshirts from Music City DTF today.
Wholesale pricing, fast shipping, and local pickup in Music City. Stock the go-to hoodie for DTF transfers and watch your sales grow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Gildan 18500 hoodie is an 8 oz, 50/50 cotton-poly Heavy Blend pullover. It’s a blank hooded sweatshirt used for screen print, DTF transfers, and embroidery.
Yes. The Gildan Heavy Blend Hoodie is the best hoodie for DTF printing. The smooth face gives great adhesion and the 8 oz weight presses clean.
Yes. We sell Gildan Hoodies wholesale. Pricing gets better at 72, 288, and 576 pieces. We stock core colors for local pickup in Nashville.
Gildan Adult Hooded Sweatshirts come in Black, Sport Grey, Navy, Red, Forest, and more. We carry 20+ colors. Contact Music City DTF to check current stock.
Gildan Pullover Hoodie pricing depends on quantity. It drops at 72, 288, and 576 pieces. 2XL and 3XL cost more. Text us for a quote.
Yes. You can pick up Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hoodies at Music City DTF in Nashville. We keep Black, Sport Grey, and Navy in stock for same-day pickup.
Most shops order 10% S, 25% M, 30% L, 20% XL, 10% 2XL. For schools and teams, size up. We can help you build a breakdown.
Yes. The 8 oz weight and stable knit make it great for embroidery. The kangaroo pocket is easy to hoop.
Wash inside out in cold water. Tumble dry low. DTF and screen prints on the 18500 hold up for 30+ washes with proper care.
Because it prints flat. The smooth exterior and double-lined hood give you a clean surface. That’s why it’s the best hoodie for DTF printing in our shop.
