Application

Swimwear and Beachwear Fabrics

Swimwear fabric faces three enemies at once: chlorine, salt and sun. Fibre and knit selection starts there.

Polyester ages more slowly than polyamide in chlorinated pools, locks its colour inside the fibre with disperse dyes, and gives the sharpest sublimation prints. Elastane adds the stretch — the critical balance is the elastane share and how well it is covered against chlorine fatigue.

The layer architecture is a trio: elastane structures in the outer fabric, breathable mesh in the lining, power net in the support layer. The five structures below cover that trio.

Recommended fabrics

Power Net (Elastane Raschel)

Power net (elastane warp knit)

150–240 g/m²

In this application: The support and shaping layer: the elastic skeleton of swimwear, foundations and shapewear.
Composition: Polyester-based: ~72–82% polyester / 18–28% elastane (spandex); the elastane ratio is tuned to the support level.

Spec sheet

Breathable Micro Mesh (lining)

Breathable micro mesh (lining)

80–130 g/m²

In this application: The swimwear lining standard: 80–130 g/m², a light mesh that drains fast.
Composition: 100% polyester or, for light stretch, ~90–95% PES / 5–10% elastane; mostly microfilament polyester.

Spec sheet

Polyester Stretch Interlock with Elastane

Stretch interlock + elastane

180–300 g/m²

In this application: Bodysuits and athletic swimwear: double-face smoothness with four-way stretch.
Composition: Polyester base + elastane; typically 5–12% (from comfort to high recovery). Higher levels belong to warp-knit power nets, not interlock.

Spec sheet

Polyester Single Jersey with Elastane

Single jersey + elastane

160–250 g/m²

In this application: Beach tops and cover-ups: a light, body-following single jersey.
Composition: ~92–95% polyester / 5–8% elastane (spandex); commonly 95/5 and 92/8.

Spec sheet

Moisture-Wicking Performance Knit

Moisture-wicking performance knit

130–220 g/m²

In this application: Rash guards and beach-sport tops: a fast-drying surface under the sun.
Composition: Mostly 100% polyester; often ~80–90% PES / 10–20% elastane (with-spandex) for stretch and fit.

Spec sheet

Weight windows come from catalogue data; final specs are confirmed on a sample.

Engineering window

Weight window	80–300 g/m² (2.4–8.8 oz/yd²)
Chlorine / salt	Polyester resists chlorine fatigue better than polyamide; elastane share is balanced
UV	Tight knitting and saturated colour raise UPF — see the UPF guide
Lining–support	Mesh lining 80–130 g/m² · power net 150–240 g/m²

Ordering & Sampling

Minimum order (MOQ)	500–1,000 kg per colour — varies by fabric
Lead time	Typically 3–4 weeks from order confirmation to dispatch
Sampling	Sampling begins after a short technical consultation
Response time	Quotation requests answered within 2 business days
Delivery terms	EXW · FOB · DAP — shipping plan confirmed with your quotation
Capacity	~750 t/month knitting + dyeing at the Çorlu mill (since 1982)

Figures are typical ranges; exact terms are confirmed with your quotation.

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Frequently asked questions

Which fibre lasts longer in pool swimwear?

In chlorinated water polyester keeps its strength and colour longer than polyamide; the sensitive link is elastane. For chlorine-heavy use, a polyester ground with a balanced elastane share is the preferred build.

Why does swimwear need a lining?

The lining provides opacity, hygiene and shape support; breathable mesh in the 80–130 g/m² window drains water instead of holding it and dries fast. Where support is needed, a power-net layer is added.

How is UV protection raised in beachwear?

UPF is set by pore structure, thickness and colour: tight knitting and saturated or dark colours cut UV transmission. Since wetness can raise transmission, the target UPF is tested both dry and wet.