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The Gildan 5000 is the industry-standard heavyweight blank tee for screen printers, promotional product distributors, and uniform programs. Its 5.3 oz 100% cotton body (ash and heather colors contain polyester) gives a sturdy, opaque canvas that holds plastisol and water-based ink beautifully — which is exactly why it has been the default workhorse blank in the United States for decades.
The Gildan 5000 is the industry-standard heavyweight blank tee for screen printers, promotional product distributors, and uniform programs. Its 5.3 oz 100% cotton body (ash and heather colors contain polyester) gives a sturdy, opaque canvas that holds plastisol and water-based ink beautifully — which is exactly why it has been the default workhorse blank in the United States for decades.
At Apparel Globe you can buy the Gildan 5000 wholesale by the case with true bulk pricing, mix colors and sizes across the order, and ship from one of nine US warehouses for fast nationwide delivery. Whether you are printing 50 event shirts or 5,000 for a national rollout, the 5000 is the safe, low-cost, high-consistency choice.
5.3 oz/yd² (180 g/m²) heavyweight cotton jersey, preshrunk to minimize shrinkage. Solid colors are 100% cotton; Sport Grey/heather and antique/ash shades are a cotton-poly blend for the heather effect.
Excellent for screen printing (plastisol and water-based/discharge), heat transfer, vinyl, and DTG on lighter colors. The heavyweight, tightly-knit surface resists show-through and gives crisp edges — a top pick for bold, multi-color front and back prints.
Pricing on the Gildan 5000 drops as your quantity rises — case pricing, then deeper volume discounts on larger runs. Mix colors and sizes across the order, and ship from the nearest of our nine US warehouses to cut freight. Pricing starts at $3.74 per piece.
The Gildan 5000 is a 5.3 oz 100% cotton heavyweight short-sleeve t-shirt — the most popular blank tee in the US for screen printing and bulk custom apparel.
Yes. The 5000 is preshrunk to minimize shrinkage, though as with any cotton tee a small amount of shrinkage can occur in hot drying.
The 5000 is a 5.3 oz heavyweight 100% cotton tee with a boxier, classic fit. The 64000 (Softstyle) is a lighter 4.5 oz ringspun cotton tee with a softer hand and a slimmer, more fashion-forward fit. Choose the 5000 for durability and value, the 64000 for softness and a retail feel.
Yes — it is arguably the most screen-printed blank in the country. The heavyweight, tightly-knit cotton holds ink crisply and resists show-through, making it ideal for bold multi-color prints.
The 5000 runs true to size with a classic, slightly boxy fit. It is available from S through 5XL in most colors. Check the size chart for exact body width and length measurements.
Yes. Apparel Globe offers the Gildan 5000 at wholesale/bulk pricing by the case, with mix-and-match colors and sizes and volume discounts that increase with quantity. Request a bulk quote for your specific count.
The 5000 has one of the largest color ranges of any blank tee — typically 60+ colors including all the core basics (black, white, navy, red, sport grey) plus seasonal and fashion shades. See the live color list on this page.
Apparel Globe ships the Gildan 5000 from nine US warehouses, so most orders reach customers quickly with low freight cost.