Item No.
KF3222
- Composition
- 93.5% Nylon Polyester 6.5% Spandex
- Weight
- 160 GSM
- Width
- 63/65
Knit Fabric Manufacturer Since 2009 · China
SLUB KNIT · FABRIC SOURCING
Slub Knit Fabric Manufacturer
Runtang Textile manufactures slub knit fabrics for textured T-shirts, layering tops, dresses and skirts. Choose pure cotton, cotton/polyester, polyester/cotton/spandex or viscose blends in slub jersey and slub rib. Stock orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour; custom colours start at 200 kg per colour.
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Collection & Ordering at a Glance
Slub Knit Fabric for apparel brands, garment manufacturers and fabric sourcing teams.
- Stock MOQ
- From 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour
- Custom MOQ
- From 200 kg per colour
- Lab dip
- 3–5 working daysHow lab dips work
- Bulk production
- 15–25 days
- Payment
- T/T · L/C
- Trade terms
- FOB · CIF · DDP
- Inspection
- 4-point system (ASTM D5430), every roll
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Explore Our Slub Knit Fabrics
Explore our online slub knit range, backed by a library of 32 options.
Item No.
ZJ2144
- Composition
- 59% viscose / 41% polyester
- Weight
- 120 GSM
- Width
- 68.9″ (175 cm)
Item No.
ZJ2177
- Composition
- 97% polyester / 3% spandex
- Weight
- 195 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
Item No.
ZJ2227
- Composition
- 65% polyester / 30% cotton / 5% spandex
- Weight
- 200 GSM
- Width
- 51.2″ (130 cm)
Item No.
ZJ2236
- Composition
- 94.7% polyester / 5.3% spandex
- Weight
- 200 GSM
- Width
- 59.1″ (150 cm)
Item No.
SM2183
- Composition
- 88% polyester / 12% viscose
- Weight
- 305 GSM
- Width
- 61″ (155 cm)
| Item | Composition | Weight | Width | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KF3222 | 93.5% Nylon Polyester 6.5% Spandex | 160 GSM | 63/65 | View specifications |
| ZJ2144 | 59% viscose / 41% polyester | 120 GSM | 68.9″ (175 cm) | View specifications |
| KF992 | 100% cotton | 170 GSM | 72.8″ (185 cm) | View specifications |
| ZJ2177 | 97% polyester / 3% spandex | 195 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
| ZJ2227 | 65% polyester / 30% cotton / 5% spandex | 200 GSM | 51.2″ (130 cm) | View specifications |
| ZJ2236 | 94.7% polyester / 5.3% spandex | 200 GSM | 59.1″ (150 cm) | View specifications |
| SM2183 | 88% polyester / 12% viscose | 305 GSM | 61″ (155 cm) | View specifications |
Looking for More Slub Knit Options?
Our fabric library includes 32 slub knit options. Contact us for more compositions, weights and colours for your collection.
What Is Slub Knit Fabric?
Slub knit fabric is knitted from slub yarn, which is spun with deliberate thick and thin sections. The result is a surface of short, irregular streaks instead of the even face of standard jersey. Because the effect is built into the yarn, it does not depend on a print and stays part of the fabric. Most slub qualities use a single jersey base, but the same yarn is also knitted into rib and striped constructions. In our library, slub fabrics run mainly from 150 to 230 GSM: pure cotton and cotton/polyester for T-shirts, and polyester/cotton/spandex for closer-fitting tops, dresses and skirts. Slub gives a casual, lived-in look and a dry, natural hand. Its limitations: the slub pattern can vary between yarn lots, thin sections can look more transparent in pale colours, and slub jersey still curls at cut edges like any single jersey.
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Slub Knit Fabrics by Composition
Most slub qualities pair the yarn texture with a single jersey base. The fibre blend then decides how dry, fluid or stretchy the fabric feels.
| Fabric type | Fabric examples | Apparel applications |
|---|---|---|
| 100% cotton slub | 160–240 GSM slub jersey and slub rib, such as KF992 at 170 GSM | T-shirts, streetwear tees and casual dresses |
| Cotton/polyester slub | 165–200 GSM, with a slightly smoother face than pure cotton | Everyday T-shirts and casual tops |
| Polyester/cotton/spandex and polyester/spandex slub | 195–260 GSM, such as ZJ2227 and ZJ2236 at 200 GSM | Layering tops, dresses, skirts and camisoles |
| Viscose and lyocell slub blends | 120–140 GSM, such as ZJ2144 in 59% viscose / 41% polyester | Lightweight, fluid tops and loungewear |
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Slub Knit Weights for Your Collection
Choose 125–170 GSM for camisoles and light layering tops, 160–230 GSM cotton slub for everyday T-shirts, and 200–270 GSM stretch slub for dresses and skirts. Slub qualities above 300 GSM are rare in our library, so ask us if your design needs a heavier slub.
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Slub Knit vs Single Jersey and Mineral Wash Knit
Slub, plain single jersey and mineral wash are three common routes to an everyday tee. Compare where the look comes from before you choose the base fabric.
| Feature | Slub Knit | Single Jersey | Mineral Wash Knit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where the look comes from | Thick-and-thin slub yarn knitted into the fabric | Even yarn in a plain single knit | A washed or washed-look colour effect added in dyeing and finishing |
| Surface | Short, irregular streaks and a slightly uneven face | Smooth, uniform V-stitch face | Mottled, worn-in colour on a regular knit |
| Colour | Slubs can show slight tonal variation after dyeing | Even, solid colour | Deliberately uneven, faded colour |
| Typical weights in our library | 150–230 GSM | 165–230 GSM | 230–275 GSM |
| Typical garments | Textured tees, layering tops, dresses and skirts | T-shirts, tops, dresses and loungewear | Vintage-style tees and casual streetwear |
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Slub Knit Fabric Recommendations
Xiwen Zhang, our co-founder and CEO, recommends these slub weights and blends for the garments our customers develop most often, drawing on our knit fabric experience since 2009.
THE CLASSIC SLUB TEE
Textured Everyday T-Shirts
- Weight
- 160–230 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton or cotton/polyester
- Hand feel
- Dry and natural, with visible texture
Read moreRead less — Textured Everyday T-Shirts
Choose 160–230 GSM cotton or cotton/polyester slub jersey for a textured everyday tee. T-shirts are the most common use for slub in our library, and this range keeps the slubs visible without making the shirt heavy. Choose 160–180 GSM for summer weights and around 200 GSM or more for a fuller drape.
LIGHT TEXTURE UNDER A JACKET
Layering & Base-Layer Tops
- Weight
- 140–230 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/cotton/spandex or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Smooth, with easy stretch
Read moreRead less — Layering & Base-Layer Tops
140–230 GSM slub in polyester/cotton/spandex or polyester/spandex works well for layering tops. The spandex lets a close-fitting top move with the body, while the slub keeps a plain layer from looking flat. Keep the slub scale fine so the top sits smoothly under shirts and jackets.
TEXTURE WITH MOVEMENT
Slub Jersey Dresses
- Weight
- 180–230 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/cotton/spandex, polyester/spandex or 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Fluid, with a soft surface texture
Read moreRead less — Slub Jersey Dresses
For T-shirt and midi dresses, look for 180–230 GSM slub: a stretch polyester/cotton blend for a closer cut, or pure cotton for a relaxed shape. The added weight helps a long skirt panel hang well, and the slub texture adds interest to simple, seam-light designs.
KEEP IT LIGHT
Camisoles & Tank Tops
- Weight
- 125–220 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/cotton/spandex or 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Light and airy
Read moreRead less — Camisoles & Tank Tops
For camisoles and tank tops, choose the lighter end of our slub range, 125–220 GSM, in polyester/cotton/spandex for a close fit or pure cotton for a relaxed tank. Check the fabric in pale colours before bulk, as thin slub sections can show more transparency.
A LITTLE MORE BODY
Knit Skirts
- Weight
- 210–270 GSM
- Composition
- Polyester/cotton/spandex or polyester/spandex
- Hand feel
- Soft body with gentle drape
Read moreRead less — Knit Skirts
210–270 GSM stretch slub works well for pull-on and pencil knit skirts. This is the heavier part of our slub range: the extra body helps the skirt keep its line over the hips, and the stretch blend supports an elastic or fitted waist.
BOLD SLUB, FULLER WEIGHT
Relaxed Streetwear Tees
- Weight
- 215–285 GSM
- Composition
- 100% cotton
- Hand feel
- Full and dry, with pronounced texture
Read moreRead less — Relaxed Streetwear Tees
For oversized streetwear tees, start with 215–285 GSM pure cotton slub. The heavier weight gives a drop-shoulder shape more structure, and a bolder slub suits washed or garment-dyed colours. Choose a cotton rib collar of similar weight so the neckline matches the body fabric.
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Slub Knit Fabric FAQs
What GSM is best for a slub T-shirt?
Most slub T-shirt qualities in our library sit between 160 and 230 GSM. Choose 160–180 GSM for lightweight summer tees and about 200–230 GSM for a fuller everyday tee. For oversized streetwear, look at 215–285 GSM pure cotton slub.
Is slub fabric always 100% cotton?
No. Pure cotton is the largest group in our slub library, but we also offer cotton/polyester, polyester/cotton/spandex, polyester/spandex, and viscose or lyocell blends. Stretch blends suit fitted tops, dresses and skirts.
Will the slub texture look the same in every colour and lot?
Not exactly. Slub yarn is irregular by design, so the pattern varies slightly between yarn lots, and the contrast of the slubs can look different from one colour to another. Approve a lab dip or sample in your colour before bulk production.
Do slub knits need different tests from plain jersey?
The tests are the same, but read them with the texture in mind. The thick, low-twist slub places can grade lower for pilling than a smooth jersey of the same weight, so judge the grade on the approved slub quality. For 100% cotton slub tees at 160–240 GSM, add wet rubbing for dark shades and spirality after washing.
What is the minimum order quantity for slub knit fabric?
Stock fabric orders start at 1 roll (~23 kg) per colour. Custom-colour orders start at 200 kg per colour.
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