100% Polyester with PU coating
1.41m Max Print
Sublimation inks
180gsm 
Clothing and dressmaking
Hemming Available
Sustainably printed
Ships in 3 - 3 days. Delivery $15.95
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AeroShield ProKnit is a high-performance knitted fabric designed for modern activewear and lightweight outerwear. Engineered with a 3-layer polyester construction, it delivers the perfect balance of comfort, durability, and protection. The smooth, print-ready surface ensures excellent results with sublimation printing, allowing vibrant colours and sharp detailing without affecting the fabric’s breathability. With a functional PU middle layer, this fabric is windproof and water-resistant, making it ideal for garments designed for changing conditions.
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How our pricing works
Standard fabric sizes
Our pricing is based on the quantity and dimensions of the products you order. The more you order, the better price you’ll get. We also offer lower pricing for larger dimensions, students and wholesalers.
Finishing price list
We have a full Cut & Sew service here at Contrado, and are able to hem your fabric prints for a small additional charge per metre.
- Folded hem (range of 8 thread colours)
- Overlock hem (range of 8 thread colours)
- Cut on the line
- Pinked edge
You can choose to have your prints hemmed with either black or white thread. The hemming material allowances can be found in our Print guidelines & finishing section of our FAQs.
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Price | Discount |
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| <= 0.5 sq m | $ 49.50 fixed | 0.0% |
| 0.5 - < 1.0 sq m | $ 99.00 /sq m | 0.0% |
| 1.0 - < 3.0 sq m | $ 99.00 /sq m | 0.0% |
| 3.0 - < 10.0 sq m | $ 86.00 /sq m | 13.1% |
| 10.0 - < 20.0 sq m | $ 79.00 /sq m | 20.2% |
| 20.0 - < 30.0 sq m | $ 73.00 /sq m | 26.3% |
| 30.0 + sq m | $ 70.00 /sq m | 29.3% |
** For larger projects or custom inquiries, please contact us.
** All prices listed above are determined per 1 unit width.
Delivery time & costs
AeroShield ProKnit Fabric
From $49.50
- 100% Polyester with PU coating
- 1.41m Max Print
- Sublimation inks
- 180gsm
- Clothing and dressmaking
- Hemming Available
-
Sustainably printed
Ships in 3 - 3 days. Delivery $15.95
Delivery options
Explore our
Swatch packs and colour charts available for as little as $9.00 with fast delivery
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Engineered ProKnit Fabric for Performance and Versatility
This technical polyester knit fabric is developed to support movement while offering reliable protection. It remains lightweight and flexible, making it comfortable for everyday wear while maintaining durability for active use. The layered construction enhances functionality without adding bulk, allowing designers to create streamlined garments that perform in both urban and outdoor environments.
Surface textures
AeroShield ProKnit features a smooth outer surface designed for high-quality printing, paired with a subtly textured reverse. The back showcases a knitted diamond structure, which softly ghosts through to the face, creating a refined, technical aesthetic. This unique texture adds visual depth while maintaining a soft handle against the skin.
Print detail
Optimised for sublimation, this print-ready fabric delivers exceptional colour vibrancy and fine detail reproduction. Solid colours appear rich and consistent, while intricate designs remain sharp and clear. The print bonds seamlessly with the fabric, ensuring long-lasting results that resist fading without compromising flexibility or comfort.
Usage
AeroShield ProKnit is ideal for activewear, sportswear, and lightweight outerwear, including jackets, windbreakers, and performance tops. Its wind- and water-repellent properties make it suitable for garments designed for outdoor activity, while its lightweight feel ensures comfort for everyday wear. This fabric is perfect for brands looking to create functional, modern sportswear with a technical edge.
Print Guideline
What's the best resolution to print in?
We print at 200dpi, which is a good combination of quality and file weight. Ideally, your image should be scaled to 100% at 200dpi; this means that no resizing of your file occurs, preventing any interpolation. Our design interface will have a quality marker next to the design that you have uploaded, this will change colour using a traffic light system and display a message. The message will let you know if the resolution is too low or if you have a good quality image.
Which colour model should I choose? RGB or CMYK?
We advise providing images in the RGB colour space. Specifically using the sRGB image profile, to achieve best colour results.What does this mean? In your editing software choose RGB as the working space, and assign the image profile as sRGB (full name sRGB IEC61966-2.1)
Maximum dimensions
There is no limit on the length of the fabric that you can order. We have a preview design window set up to 5m max to visualise the print, but that's not a print limit. If you'd like to order more, you can increase the quantity (x2 for 10m or x 4 for 20m for e.g.) and then your orders can be as long as you'd like, with a built-in automatic volume discount too. The maximum print width of each fabric can be found on the individual fabric pages or in our design interface.
Do I need to incorporate white space within my design if I want a border or some cutting space?
Yes, that might help you. Always incorporate any extra space or borders into your purchased fabric size. We trim squarely around fabric samples and fabric prints, leaving approximately 5mm white space. Cutting neatly on the line has an additional fee.
What is crocking and why might it occur?
Crocking, which is fading along the creases, often after washing or heavy use, occurs when you digitally print on natural fabrics - more so when dark or dense colours are used. It can be minimised by using a cool hand wash instead of machine washing as the tumbling of the machine is the main cause of this. To avoid entirely, we would advise using a poly fabric.
Why are there slight colour differences between my orders?
We work at improving our colour profiles all the time. Though rare it may happen that from one print run to another, and there could be slight colour differences, this is normal and part of the process when we are constantly improving. It is extremely unlikely that there will be a huge difference (like orange instead of red for example). Please bear in mind such colour variations can be intensified from fabric to fabric due to the varying grains and textures of the fabric.
Do you print on fabric a customer supplies?
Unfortunately not; we like to test meticulously so that we know what gets best results on our fabrics, and our facilities cater perfectly to them. We do however print sublimation paper to order, and if you have access to a heat press you can press your own fabrics easily.
Should I save my file as a TIFF or JPEG?
For multi-coloured or very detailed files we recommend using a tiff format, but they must be flattened. For simple colours and low detail files, a jpeg is fine.
What is the situation with material shrinkage?
Just like many fabric printing processes, there is the potential for shrinkage. Depending on the fabric, please expect and allow between 2-8% shrinkage which you need to plan for in your dimensions. This percentage can vary from print run to print run and between fabrics so we would advise ordering a little more material than you require for your project.
Can I print on both sides of the fabric?
We do not offer to print on both sides of the fabric. A lot of our fabrics are semi-transparent or have some show through and this wouldn't work with double-sided printing. This is not a service that we offer on any of our fabrics.
Can I order labels in another fabric? Will you cut them like you do with the normal fabric labels?
At the moment no, our labels are all printed on the same satin fabric. We may introduce more in the future, but for now, this is the best choice. The labels are all cut the same way. You can order the fabric of your choice and make the labels yourself, but we do not cut different fabric into label format.
How is your fabric printing eco-friendly?
With environmental consciousness in mind, our fabrics are all printed using completely water-based inks. This means no chemicals or solvents are used. Our heat fixing procedure fixes the colours and prints, avoiding the downsides of steaming, such as excess or contaminated water returning into the waste system. We have one facility where we conduct all the printing, production and fulfilment. Rather than roll the fabrics and send them in a tube, we fold them before they are sent out to you. This saves over 150 tubes a week, as well as a lot of space on the delivery van. (For delicate fabrics we ensure to package appropriately).
How will my image scale?
When you upload your design our system will automatically scale it to fit your chosen fabric dimensions. In the 'Product Options' tab, the displayed dimensions under 'Print Size' will show the dimensions of the piece of fabric that you are ordering. For image/design dimensions you need to see the 'Images and Text Tools' tab. You can see and edit the dimensions of the image under the quality information next to the thumbnail.
Sizing For Hemming And Shrinkage
We have a full Cut & Sew service here at Contrado, and are able to hem your fabric prints for a small additional charge. We create a small one- or two-fold hem that typically uses 5 to 20mm of material, depending on the thickness of the fabric. So, for example, if you want a finished piece of fabric that measures 100 x 100cm, you will need to order a size of 101.5cm x 101.5cm to allow for the hem (on top of that please also allow for shrinkage of min 2%). The thicker the fabric, the bigger the hem will be. You can choose to have your prints hemmed with either Black or White thread. On our silk and other light woven fabrics, one hemmed edge will be straight (vertically down the roll) and the other will be slightly rippled. The hemming material allowances are as follows and you need to make your print bigger to accommodate the hem:
- Light Fabrics (20-100gsm): For silks and other light fabrics, we use 6-8mm in the hem (2 fold), so overall width/height will be minus 12-16mm
- Medium Fabrics (101-200gsm): For medium-weight fabrics that fray, we use 15-20mm in the hem (2 fold) so overall width/height will be minus 35-40mm
- Stiff/Heavy/No-fray fabrics: we use 15-20mm in the hem (1 fold) so overall width/height will be minus 35-40mm
How Would you Like the Edge?
We have four finishing options for your fabric order:- As it comes. We cut around your image, leaving a simply scissor cut, perhaps uneven white fabric border.
- Hem with thread. We can hem your fabric with a choice of black or white thread. Please allow 1-2 days for additional production time. See below for information on how hemming affects the size of your print. We offer an overlock hem, as well as a folded hem (one or two fold depending on the fabric) however not all fabrics, are suited to both hem types. If you can see both options, it means both are suitable, and you will be able to choose whichever you prefer.
- Cut on the line. We will cut neatly on the edge of your design. This means that if you have a border around your design we will cut around that border, if your design takes the whole space of the fabric, then we will neatly cut around the edge of that image. Please be aware, when we cut along the line, we have to cut against the grain of the fabric. This is the standard procedure for fabric cutting. This means that with some fabrics, for example, Georgette and Mulmul, which have a slight wave in them, some fraying will occur. This is unavoidable, as the cut follows the grain of the textile.
For further information about our fabrics see our FAQs.
What makes AeroShield ProKnit suitable for sportswear and activewear?
Yes, it is specifically designed as a technical sportswear fabric. Its lightweight 3-layer construction offers breathability, flexibility, and protection, making it ideal for performance garments.
Is the fabric waterproof and windproof?
It features a PU layer that provides water repellency and works as a lightweight windproof fabric for outdoor use.
Can I print detailed designs on this sublimation fabric?
Yes, the smooth surface is optimised for sublimation fabric, delivering vibrant colours and sharp detail.
Does the fabric feel soft or technical?
It offers a unique combination of a soft-touch technical fabric with a structured, performance-driven finish.
What types of garments can I create with this fabric?
It is ideal for gym wear, running jackets, and outdoor clothing, as well as other performance garments.
Martindale
Martindale > 20,000 revs
Fabric withstood Martindale rub test to 20,000 revolutions. What you can say to your customers: Suitable for use in medium wear applications.
Rub Fast 80k
Martindale BS EN ISO 12947 80,000 revs: Fabric withstood Martindale rub test to 80,000 revolutions. What you can say to your customers: Suitable for use in high wear / Severe Contract applications.
Fire safety
BS 5722:1984. Flammability for nightwear
This fabric complies with the flammability performance requirements of The Nightwear (Safety) Regulations 1985. (Statutory Instrument 1985 No 2043)
Generic
Bleach Cleanable
This fabric can be washed with a weak bleach solution if required, using no greater than 1% bleach concentration
Dimensional Stability to Washing
Tested for shrinakge % in a 30°C washing cycle. With shrinakge less than <2%.
Resistance to Pilling
This test specifies the resistance of a fabric to pilling, fuzzing, and matting of textile fabrics. Grade 3/4 represents appropriate for use in high wear domestic environments.
Resistance to Pilling
This test specifies the resistance of a fabric to pilling, fuzzing, and matting of textile fabrics. Grade 3/4 represents appropriate for use in high wear garments.
Seam Slippage
Seam Slippage test for fabrics dtermines the likelhood of a seam ppenign when
Tear Strength ≥30N+
This standard provides a method for determining the force required to tear a fabric. This fabrics scores above ≥30N+ which represents a good fabric to use for upholstery in domestic or public areas.
Tensile Strength
The tensile strength of a material is a measure of the force required to pull it apart. A result of 600N+ represents a good fabric for upholstery in domestic or public areas.
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