AbsoluteCotton : Customer Service : Care Instructions

Garment Care

You'll find no cheap heat transfers here!

We produce our apparel using a state-of-the-art process called Direct-To-Garment (DTG) Printing. The result is a matte image that moves with the t-shirt because the ink is actually embedded in the fabric. After a few washes, you'll appreciate the wonderful durability of direct printing. DTG couples great staying power with ultimate wearable comfort.

You might notice your new apparel product feels a little stiff. Don't worry - a light fabric sizing is normal for high-end t-shirts. It prevents thread abrasion during production handling and makes the shirt a better canvas for the printing of your design. They soften after the first wash. We suggest:

Wash in cold water
NO BLEACH
Tumble-dry with low heat
If necessary, warm iron inside out

Caps and Hats

Washing machines tend to crumple the bills on caps, so we suggest hand washing and trying to avoid moistening the bill. If you must use a washing machine to clean your caps, allow them to air-dry over a form. A small upside-down kitchen bowl of the proper size works wonders to restore shape to a distorted cap.

Stickers

Our stickers (bumper, rectangular, and oval) have been produced for outdoor usage, so they are water and UV resistant. To clean, simply wipe down gently with a moist cloth.

Lapel Stickers are designed to wear on clothing for one time use. Applying the sticker to outdoor surfaces is not recommended as they are made of paper and exposure to water will damage the sticker.

Housewares

We recommend hand washing for all mugs and coasters. Mugs and coasters can be washed in the dishwasher or used in the microwave, but prolonged exposure to very high heat may case the design to fade over time. Some dishwashers use extremely hot water or high heat during the drying cycle which can cause your mugs to fade. If you choose to place these items in the dishwasher, we recommend air-drying.