Kulir (single jersey) is a light, single-faced cotton knit with a smooth face and fine looped reverse. It is the go-to fabric for summer clothing: light, soft and breathable.
Composition and Weight
Classic kulir is 100% cotton, though a small percentage of elastane (lycra) is often added for stretch and recovery. Weight typically ranges 140–190 GSM: the higher the number, the denser and more durable the fabric.
- Softness: gentle on the skin, ideal for children.
- Breathability: lets air through in hot weather.
- Stretch: moderate, higher with elastane.
- Care: may shrink slightly; wash warm, not hot.
Where It Is Used
T-shirts, tank tops, children's and baby clothing, nightwear, loungewear and light dresses. It is the number-one workhorse for mass-produced knitwear.
Tip: for printed t-shirts choose kulir of 160 GSM or higher — it shows through less and keeps its shape better after washing.
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