Knit Fabric 101 - Swim Fabric and Board Short Fabric
What is Swim Fabric?
Swim fabric has a smooth, cool hand and is the perfect choice for fitted swimwear. Many of our swim fabrics are also rated UV 50+ for optimal sun protection. Swim can also be used for dance and gymnastics.
Swimsuit Fabric Uses: womens and girls swimwear, rash guards, fitted boys and mens swim trunks (jammers), dance, gymnastics, etc.
- Care: Always rinse immediately after use in cold, fresh water to remove chlorine and saltwater. Wash cold and lay flat to dry or tumble dry low. Avoid washing with rough items.
- Stretch: 4-way.
- Fabric Content: Polyester/Spandex or Nylon/Spandex
KnitFabric.com carries an extensive line of:
(3) Swimsuit Fabrics from Other Designers
Here's a few examples of things our customers have sewn up with our swim fabric:
What is Board Short Fabric?
Board Shorts fabric has a brushed surface and no stretch. Board short fabric is commonly used for boy’s and men’s swimwear, but it can also be used for lightweight jackets and shorts.
- Uses: Men’s swimwear, jackets, shorts
- Care: Always rinse immediately after use in cold, fresh water to remove chlorine and saltwater. Wash cold and lay flat to dry or tumble dry low. Avoid washing with rough items.
- Stretch: None.
What we like: High quality fabric means it wont wear out after one season, and sews up nicely so you can be sure to get a custom fit.
KnitFabric.com carries a wide variety of Board Short Fabric.
For more info, check out our Board Short Fabric Guide. Here's a few things our customers have made with our board short fabrics:
Written by Heather Isaacson