Overview
The Gildan 3000 Light Cotton T-Shirt is a lighter, budget-friendly alternative to the classic Gildan 5000. Watch our video review above, or read the breakdown below.
Fabric & Construction
- 4.45 oz/yd², 100% US cotton with 30 singles yarn
- Heathers are blends - Ash Grey 99/1, Sport Grey 90/10, Graphite Heather and safety colours 50/50, other heathers 65/35
- Narrow width rib collar with taped neck and shoulders
- Seamless body and a modern classic fit
- Tear-away label for your own branding
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very affordable cotton tee
- 47 colours on our site
- Light and comfortable for warm days
- Tear-away label
- No minimums
Cons
- Lighter than the Gildan 5000
- Sizes stop at 3XL on our site
How We Print It
Every order is decorated in our own shop in Canada, with no minimums. Here's how we'd decorate it, most popular method first:
- Screen printing - our automatic press prints one colour layer at a time, for bold, long-lasting prints that are great value on bigger orders.
- DTF - full colour printed on film and heat pressed, so photos and gradients come out sharp.
- Embroidery - stitched on our multi-head machines, for a clean, premium logo on the chest or sleeve.
See all three methods side by side in our printing methods guide.
How It Compares
Both the 3000 and the Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton are cotton tees with a classic look. The 5000 is the heavier, sturdier option; the 3000 is lighter at 4.45 oz/yd², for warm days and tight budgets. Big event on a budget? 3000.
Our Verdict
For giveaways, volunteers and big one-day events, the Gildan 3000 is hard to beat on price, with plenty of colours to match your brand.
