Gildan G500 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt | Wholesale Blank Tees

Gildan G500 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt — Wholesale Blank Tees for Screen Printing, Embroidery and Bulk Apparel Programs

The Gildan G500 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt is a 5.3 oz US cotton blank and one of the most widely recognized styles in the Gildan lineup — a classic fit, heavyweight cotton tee built for decorators, uniform programs, and bulk buyers who need consistent performance across large orders. The G500 is the predecessor style number to the Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, sharing the same proven 5.3 oz US cotton construction, seamless body, and classic fit that has made Gildan Heavy Cotton the standard blank for screen printing and embroidery programs across the industry. Joe's USA stocks the G500 in 50+ colors and ships from a 10-warehouse national network for fast, cost-effective delivery on every order.

Whether you are outfitting a corporate team, school spirit wear program, sports league, or building a resale catalog with wholesale Gildan blank apparel, the G500 provides the blank canvas, the color range, and the price point that high-volume buyers depend on. The double-needle rib collar with Lycra, taped neck and shoulders, and seamless body give it the same durable construction that decorators have relied on for decades.

Key Product Specifications

• Style Number: G500
• Brand: Gildan
• Fabric Weight: 5.3 oz/yd² (US)
• Material: 100% US cotton (Sport Grey: 90/10 cotton/poly; Ash Grey: 99/1 cotton/poly)
• Fit: Classic fit, seamless body
• Collar: Double-needle rib collar with Lycra for shape retention
• Construction: Taped neck and shoulders, double-needle stitching throughout
• Label: Tear-away label for easy rebranding
• Colors: 50+ colorways
• Sizes: S–5XL
• Decoration: Screen printing, embroidery, heat transfer, DTG compatible
• Use Case: Screen printing, embroidery, uniforms, spirit wear, promotional apparel, bulk resale

Fabric and Construction Overview

The Gildan G500's 5.3 oz US cotton construction is the same proven fabric used across the Gildan Heavy Cotton platform — open-end cotton that delivers the durability, structure, and print surface that decorators have standardized on for high-volume screen printing and embroidery programs. The seamless body provides a smooth, consistent print surface across the full chest and back, and the double-needle rib collar with Lycra maintains its shape after washing without the distortion that affects lower-quality blanks. The taped neck and shoulders reinforce the garment at its highest-stress points for long-term durability through repeated decoration processes and commercial laundering.

The G500's 50+ color range is one of its strongest program advantages — covering standard colors, sport colors, safety colors, and heather options that allow decorators to build complete color programs without switching blank styles. Sport Grey uses a 90/10 cotton/polyester blend and Ash Grey uses a 99/1 blend to achieve their characteristic appearance while maintaining the garment's overall weight and structure. The tear-away label removes cleanly without residue for rebranding programs, and the size range from S to 5XL covers the full spectrum of team, school, and corporate program sizing needs.

For buyers familiar with the Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt, the G500 is the same garment under the original style number — same fabric, same construction, same fit. Both styles are interchangeable for decoration programs and can be mixed within the same order without visible quality differences.

Decoration Compatibility and Print Performance

The Gildan G500 is one of the most widely used blanks in the screen printing industry for good reason — the 5.3 oz cotton base provides excellent ink density and vibrancy across plastisol, water-based, and discharge inks. The seamless body delivers a flat, consistent print surface across the full chest and back, and the classic fit provides a predictable, stable garment that performs consistently across large print runs. Decorators running high-volume promotional, spirit wear, or uniform programs will find the G500 delivers consistent results with minimal variation between units across large color runs.

Embroidery shops sourcing blank heavyweight tees for embroidery programs will find the G500's 5.3 oz cotton provides excellent stability for left-chest, back, and sleeve placements. The fabric holds a hoop without excessive stretching, and the seamless body eliminates the side seam interruption that can affect embroidery registration. DTG decorators will find the 100% cotton solid colorways support vibrant, high-resolution output with excellent ink absorption. For programs that need a pocket tee alongside the G500, the Gildan 5300 Heavy Cotton Pocket T-Shirt shares the same fabric and construction with the addition of a left chest pocket.

Wholesale and Program Buying Advantages

Joe's USA ships the Gildan G500 from a 10-warehouse network across the United States, which means faster transit times and lower freight costs for decorators and bulk buyers in every region. No minimum order requirements mean you can order exactly what you need without committing to excess inventory — whether you are placing a small sample run or a large multi-color, multi-size production order. The warehouse network supports consistent availability and reliable fulfillment timelines for repeat accounts that use the G500 as a staple in their blank program.

The G500's price point makes it one of the most cost-effective heavyweight cotton blanks available, which is why it remains a staple for promotional programs, school spirit wear, and event apparel that need to maximize decoration margin. Uniform program managers sourcing coordinating Gildan fleece styles will find the G500 pairs naturally with the 18500 hoodie and 18000 crewneck for complete seasonal program coordination. For decorators building a complete Gildan blank program, the G500 anchors the heavyweight cotton tee category alongside the 5400 Heavy Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt for year-round coverage.

Shop More Gildan T-Shirts and Apparel

5000 | 5300 | 5400 | 64000 | 18500

• Gildan 5000 Heavy Cotton T-Shirt — same 5.3 oz heavy cotton construction under the updated style number
• Gildan 5300 Heavy Cotton Pocket T-Shirt — same heavy cotton construction with a left chest pocket for workwear utility programs
• Gildan 5400 Heavy Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt — long sleeve version in the same 5.3 oz heavy cotton for cold-weather programs
• Gildan 64000 Softstyle T-Shirt — ring-spun cotton softstyle tee for programs that prioritize softness over heavyweight construction
• Gildan 18500 Heavy Blend Hooded Sweatshirt — matching heavyweight fleece hoodie for complete seasonal program coordination
• Gildan 8000 DryBlend 50/50 T-Shirt — moisture-wicking 50/50 blend tee for programs that need performance alongside the G500

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