Let’s Meet The Best 4 Types Of Sportswear Material You Can Choose

Did You Know, Sportswear is Made With Such a Material to Make It Comfortable to Wear

There are several materials commonly used in sportswear that offer great comfort and performance. Here are some examples of popular sportswear materials:

Polyester

Have you ever heard of polyester? If not, try opening your closet and see the composition of your clothes. The main material for many clothes nowadays is polyester, especially for sportswear.

Polyester is undoubtedly the most popular fabric material and is widely used as a raw material in clothing production. This material has become the prima donna in the textile industry, especially for sportswear. Apart from clothing, polyester is now also used as a raw material for bed sheets, blankets, carpets and others.

Unlike wool and silk, which are derived from natural fibres, polyester is a man-made synthetic material. Here are the characteristics of polyester materials.

Characteristics of Polyester Material:

Unlike wool and silk which are derived from natural fibres, polyester is a man-made synthetic material, which has the following characteristics:

–        Not easy to tangle

–        Soft material

–        Low cost

–        Hydrophobic

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–        Strong and durable

–        Easy to clean

Spandex / Elastane / Lycra

Stretchy materials such as spandex or elastane provide freedom of movement and provide tightness to sportswear fabrics. This allows the garment to fit snugly against the body and provide the necessary support.

When you wear skinny jeans, yoga pants, or other workout clothes, you expect them to stretch and conform to your body shape. Just so you know, the material for sportswear or other clothes must have added elastane / spandex / lycra in it to create that flexibility.

You may wonder what the difference is when you compare Lycra, Spandex and Elastane. Spandex is a type of fabric made from Elastane. While Lycra is a popular fabric brand because of the spandex fabric it produces. So, basically Lycra, Spandex, and Elastane are the same.

Characteristics of Spandex / Elastane / Lycra Materials:

–        Spandex material can adjust to the wearer’s body shape when worn

–        Spandex material can maintain its original size, so it doesn’t get damaged easily when stretched

–        Spandex material also has high elasticity and does not limit the user’s movement space

–        Spandex materials tend to be tighter and hotter when used

–        There are thick spandex materials, there are also thin ones. Although the fabric is thin, it is stronger and more durable than traditional cotton fabrics

–        Spandex material tends to be slippery 

Nylon

Nylon is a fabric that is often used as a sportswear material. This material has good moisture absorbing properties and dries quickly. For information only, nylon fiber is a product derived from petroleum. Nylon material is often mixed with other fabrics to produce a stronger fabric, and not easily deformed (not easily stretched).

Characteristics of Nylon Material:

–        Strength and Durability

Nylon is highly durable and can withstand being pulled or stretched. Nylon material is stronger than natural fibers such as cotton.

–        Lighweight

Nylon is a lightweight material, so it is comfortable to wear and does not become a burden when used for clothing or accessories.

–        Durable

Nylon exhibits good resilience. Nylon materials usually have a long service life and are resistant to intensive use such as outdoor activities, sports or daily activities.

–        Elastic

Nylon has good elasticity, so nylon clothing or accessories can stretch and easily return to their original shape.

–        Waterproof

Nylon is slightly water-resistant or hygroscopic, which means it dries quickly. This makes them suitable for use on sportswear or accessories that are exposed to sweat or moisture.

–        Good temperature tolerance

Nylon has good heat tolerance and because of this property, it is often used in clothing or equipment that involves high temperatures, such as sportswear.

–        Easy to shape

Nylon can be made into many shapes and processed using various production techniques such as spinning, weaving and knitting.

With these characteristics, nylon is often used in a variety of industries, including fashion, sports, outdoor, automotive industry, and many more.

Mesh

Mesh is a light weight fabric with a net-like appearance. This fabric was originally designed for those who are looking for breathable fabric products that are resistant to extreme temperature changes.

This type of fabric is knitted in such a way that there are small spaces between the threads. The result is a fabric that is completely breathable and perfect for sportswear.

For the basic materials for making mesh fabrics, the materials mentioned above are often used, such as nylon, polyester, and spandex/elastane which are synthetic materials and are known for their high durability.

Even though mesh fabric is said to be similar to a net, many options are available, such as weight, thickness, color, even up to the holes between the threads, some are smooth and some are rough.

Mesh fabric is said to be very suitable for sportswear because it has the following characteristics:

–        Waterproof

–        Anti tangle

–        Breathable

–        Elastic

–        Strong and durable

Because it is made from synthetic materials such as nylon, polyester, and spandex which are already known for their durability and for their use as sportswear.

–        Easy maintenance

It’s enough to wash it with water and dry it not under the direct sunlight, or for more details, you can see the care method tag on your sports shirt.

It is important to choose sportswear materials that are suitable for your physical activity. These materials are designed to provide optimal comfort, protection and performance during physical activity. Paramatex as a fabric shop in Bali also provides the fabrics mentioned above, you know, just go to the FABRIC CATALOG section on this website to see the various fabrics available at Paramatex.

You can also make an appointment directly with the Paramatex team to come to the store by clicking on the HOW TO ORDER section, or the WA icon button in the lower right corner.