Gildan Heavy Blend Open End 280 Regular Fit Hood Adult

Price range: £13.45 through £18.65
SKU: G18500
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Gildan is the industry standard for blank apparel — trusted by individuals and brands worldwide for consistent quality, reliable sizing, and excellent printability across t-shirts, hoodies, and activewear.

Gildan Heavy Blend Open End 280 Regular Fit Hood Adult (G18500)

The Gildan Heavy Blend 280gsm Adult Regular Fit Hooded Sweatshirt is one of the most popular base garments for custom embroidery, screen printing, DTG printing and heat transfer decoration. Constructed from a 50% cotton, 50% polyester two-end open-end brushed-back fleece, the 280gsm weight offers an excellent balance of comfort and printability — delivering clean, sharp results whether you’re applying a custom logo, embroidered branding or printed design.

With an outstanding palette of 39 colours — including Black, White, Navy, Royal, Red, Charcoal, Sport Grey, Forest Green, Safety Green, Safety Orange and many more — and sizes ranging from S through to 5XL, this hoodie is a go-to choice for custom branded workwear, promotional hoodies, corporate merchandise, team wear and personalised clothing.

The classic drawcord hood, kangaroo pocket and ribbed cuffs and hem give this sweatshirt a timeless silhouette that suits virtually any branding project. Whether you’re producing staff uniforms, event merchandise or personalised gifts, the Gildan G18500 is a reliable, cost-effective canvas for professional garment decoration.

Key Features

  • 280gsm two-end open-end fleece, brushed back — ideal print and embroidery base
  • 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester blend for comfort and durability
  • Regular fit adult hooded sweatshirt with kangaroo pocket
  • Perfect for custom printing, embroidery, screen printing, DTG and heat transfer
  • 39 colour options including Safety Green, Safety Orange and Sport Grey
  • Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL
  • SKU: G18500

Size Guide

Measurement S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL 5XL
To Fit Chest Approx (inches) 34-36 38-40 42-44 46-48 50-52 54-56 58-60 62-64
Width cm 50.8 55.9 61 66 71.1 76.2 81.3 86.4
Length cm 68.6 71.1 73.7 76.2 78.7 81.3 83.8 86.4
Sleeve Length cm 85.1 87.6 90.2 92.7 95.3 97.8 100.3 102.9
Carton Qty 24 24 24 24 24 24 12 12

Additional information

Colour

Black, White, Antique Cherry, Antique Sapphire, Ash, Azalea, Carolina Blue, Charcoal, Cherry Red, Dk Chocolate, Dk Heather, Fan Charcoal Heather, Fan Dark Green, Fan Deep Royal, Forest Green, Garnet, Gold, Graphite Heather, Heliconia, Indigo Blue, Irish Green, Light Blue, Light Pink, Maroon, Military Green, Mint Green, Navy, Old Gold, Orange, Orchid, Purple, Red, Royal, Safety Green, Safety Orange, Sand, Sapphire, Sport Grey, Violet

Size

S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL

Brand

Gildan

Style

Fleece – Pullover Hooded Sweatshirt

Product Category

Pullover Hoods

Sleeve Length

Long Sleeve

Gender

Mens (Unisex), Unisex

Fit

Regular Fit

Fabric

Two End Open End Fleece, Brushed Back

Fabric Composition

50% Cotton, 50% Polyester

Fabric Weight Colours

280gsm

Fabric Weight White

270gsm

Sizes Exceptions

4XL to 5XL Available in Black, Irish Green, Light Pink, Maroon, Military Green, Navy, Purple, Red, Royal, Safety Orange, Sand, Sapphire, Sport Grey and White only.

Hood Detail

Hood Self Fabric Double Skinned, Round Lace Cord

Shoulder Cut

Set In Sleeve, Topstitching – Twin Needle

Pockets

Kangaroo Pouch Pocket

Accreditation

Fair Labour, WRAP, SEDEX, OEKOTEX 100, US TRUST PROTOCOL

Label Type

Tear Out, 2 Part Label

Original Packaging Materials

Cardboard Outer Carton, Polythene Mother Bag, No Staples, No Straps

Washing Care

30 Degree Wash, Tumble Dry Low, Do Not Iron, Do Not Bleach, Do Not Dry Clean

Country Of Origin

Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador

Sustainability

US Trust Protocol

Age Group

Adult

Gildan

Gildan is the benchmark for blank apparel in the print and decoration industry. A Canadian manufacturer with global scale, Gildan produces some of the most widely used t-shirts, sweatshirts, and activewear in the world — offering exceptional consistency in weight, sizing, and construction across every batch. Their Heavy Cotton and Softstyle ranges are industry favourites for screen printing and DTF decoration, while their fleece and performance lines extend their appeal into sportswear and workwear applications. Gildan’s commitment to ethical manufacturing — including membership in Fair Labor Association programmes and ongoing sustainability reporting — makes them a responsible sourcing choice for businesses of all sizes. Whether you need 10 shirts or 10,000, Gildan delivers the reliability and value that decorators, resellers, and brands depend on. Shop our full Gildan range and build your next project on a trusted foundation.