On Demand Print Base Guide


Print Base Composition Width  Description
Spandex 190gsm
82% Polyester 18% Elastane XTRA LIFE LYCRA ®
145cm wide (+/- 5%)
The perfect all round fabric with great stretch and recovery. Due to the latest technology, it is 20% flatter than basic Lycra but with the same power and coverage. The presence of XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® make it more chlorine resistant than your average swimwear fabric.


Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.

Spandex Recycled 190gsm
82% Polyester 18% Elastane
XTRA LIFE LYCRA ®
145cm wide (+/- 5%)

A sustainable, recycled polyester, stretch print base with a matt finish. The presence of XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® make it more chlorine resistant than your average swimwear fabric. 

Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.

Sports Performance 250gsm
87% Polyester 13% Elastane XTRA LIFE LYCRA ®
145cm wide (+/- 5%)

A heavy weight print base with a lower elastane content than our regular print base offering a firmer stretch and great support. The presence of XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® make it more chlorine resistant than your average swimwear fabric.

Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.

Active 295gsm
69% Polyester 31% Spandex
145cm wide (+/- 5%)

A high performance heavy weight polyester with a high elastane content and a soft touch. Ideal for swimwear and long lasting sportswear.

Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.

Thermo 250gsm
85% Polyester 15% Elastane
145cm wide (+/- 5%)

A brushed techno fabric, particularly pleasant on the skin. The brushing treatment increases its thermal insulation power creating a protective cushion feeling.  Naturally moisture wicking and ideal for keeping your body temperature steady.

Due to lower stretch, we recommend going up 1 size in fitted garments.

Suggested Uses: Jumpers/Sweaters, Trackies, Joggers, Thermal Rashies, Thermal Clothing, Leggings, Fashion.

Velvet 190gsm
90% Polyester 10% Elastane
140cm wide (+/- 5%)

Smooth velvet with exceptional softness, total comfort and high quality velvet pile. Colours appear deeper and richer on this stunning base.

Suggested Uses: Jumpers/Sweaters, Trackies, Joggers, Swimwear, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Sailing, Fashion.

Stretch Net 115gsm
83% Polyester 17% Elastane
145cm wide (+/- 5%)

A light weight net that offers good stretch and a floaty drape. A subtle base that offers additional versatility to our base options.

Suggested Uses: Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fashion.

Spandex Glitter Galaxy 82% Polyester 18% Elastane XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® 145cm wide (+/- 5%) The perfect all round fabric with great stretch and recovery. Due to the latest technology, it is 20% flatter than basic Lycra but with the same power and coverage. The presence of XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® make it more chlorine resistant than your average swimwear fabric.


A silver holographic foil layer has been applied to this fabric with the GALAXY design.

Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.

Spandex Glitter Stardust 82% Polyester 18% Elastane XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® 145cm wide (+/- 5%) The perfect all round fabric with great stretch and recovery. Due to the latest technology, it is 20% flatter than basic Lycra but with the same power and coverage. The presence of XTRA LIFE LYCRA ® make it more chlorine resistant than your average swimwear fabric.


A silver holographic foil layer has been applied to this fabric with the STARDUST design.

Suggested Uses: Swimwear, Cycling, Running, Skiing, Mountaineering, Skating, Dance, Gymnastics, Costuming, Fitness, Sailing, Fashion.

UPF Rating: Base fabric before printing UPF50+.