4-Way Stretch Cooling Fabric: The Essential Material for Modern Summer Activewear
In recent years, Vietnam’s increasingly hot climate has accelerated demand for cooling and UV-protective apparel. Among hundreds of textile materials available on the market, 4-way stretch cooling fabric — also known as Cold Spandex fabric — has quickly become a preferred choice for Activewear, Athleisure, and outdoor protective clothing brands.
Unlike traditional knit fabrics that often trap heat and moisture, 4-way stretch cooling fabric features a smooth surface, instant cooling sensation upon skin contact, and exceptional multi-directional elasticity. At Yang Vinh, we continuously improve our knitting and dyeing technologies to create ultra-smooth cooling fabrics with superior color fastness and optimised temperature regulation performance for all weather conditions.
Outstanding Technical Features of Yang Vinh Poly Spandex Cooling Fabric
To meet the strict requirements of fashion brands and FOB export manufacturers, Yang Vinh’s Poly Spandex cooling fabric is developed using a premium fibre combination and advanced knitting technology.
1. Smooth Surface & Natural Cooling Mechanism
The fabric is primarily made from long-filament Polyester fibers combined with highly elastic Spandex yarns. Continuous knitting technology creates a lint-free surface that minimises friction against the skin.
When the body sweats, the smooth fibre structure instantly spreads moisture across a wider surface area, allowing rapid evaporation and creating a natural cooling effect without requiring chemical cooling agents.
2. Superior 4-Way Stretch & Shape Recovery
With a premium Spandex ratio ranging from 8% to 12%, the fabric stretches efficiently in both vertical and horizontal directions. This feature is especially important for activewear such as swimwear, gym apparel, and yoga clothing, ensuring unrestricted movement while maintaining garment shape after repeated washing.
3. Excellent Physical Durability
Thanks to its durable synthetic fibre structure, the fabric resists pilling, fibre breakage, and deformation even after intensive machine washing. It is also an ideal material for sublimation printing, producing vibrant colors and sharp logo details without peeling or fading.
Applications of Wholesale Sports Cooling Fabric in Fashion Manufacturing
With its versatile performance and excellent physical properties, Yang Vinh’s wholesale sports cooling fabric is widely applied across multiple fashion categories.
1. Performance Sportswear & Compression Apparel
The combination of fast moisture management and maximum stretch makes this fabric the foundation of:
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Running shirts
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Compression leggings
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Yoga bras
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Professional gym apparel
For advanced activewear designs, this material can also be combined with Sports Mesh Knit Fabric in high-ventilation areas such as underarms and back panels to maximise athlete comfort.
2. UV Protection Clothing & Outdoor Apparel
Cooling fabric with tight knitting structures ranging from 180 GSM to 220 GSM creates an effective physical barrier against harmful UV radiation.
When integrated with Anti-UV finishing technology, the fabric achieves UPF 50+ protection, making it ideal for tropical outdoor environments.
3. Loungewear & Innerwear
Its silky-smooth texture provides excellent comfort for sensitive skin. Lightweight cooling fabric variants around 150–160 GSM are widely used in premium sleepwear and innerwear collections.
Technical Specifications & Cooling Fabric Price List at Yang Vinh
To support designers and sourcing teams with production planning, Yang Vinh provides standard specifications for our best-selling cooling fabric collections.
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Composition |
GSM |
Fabric Width |
Best Application |
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92% Poly / 8% Spandex |
150 - 165 GSM |
160 cm |
Event T-shirts, Sleepwear, Premium Innerwear |
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88% Poly / 12% Spandex |
180 - 195 GSM |
160 cm |
Professional Sportswear, UV Protection Clothing |
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85% Poly / 15% Spandex |
210 - 230 GSM |
155 cm |
Swimwear, Leggings, High-Performance Gym Apparel |
Important Pricing Notes
Wholesale cooling fabric pricing depends on:
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Global raw yarn market fluctuations
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Spandex ratio (higher Spandex content increases cost)
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Additional finishing technologies such as: Anti-bacterial treatment; UV protection; Premium soft-touch finishing
Please contact Yang Vinh’s sales department directly for updated weekly wholesale quotations.
Yang Vinh – A Flexible & Reliable Custom Knit Fabric Factory
Located in Nhi Xuan Industrial Cluster, Hoc Mon District, Yang Vinh proudly operates as a next-generation custom knit fabric factory. We understand that modern fashion startups and local brands need more than affordable fabrics — they need a responsive, transparent, and flexible manufacturing partner.
1. Extremely Flexible MOQ Support
While many traditional textile factories reject orders below one ton per color, Yang Vinh provides customised dyeing solutions starting from only 100–200 kg per color.
This flexibility allows brands to test new collections without excessive inventory risks or cash flow pressure.
2. Modern Circular Knitting Technology
Our factory is equipped with advanced circular knitting machines that ensure consistent yarn tension and eliminate common fabric defects such as:
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Needle lines
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Yarn distortion
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Uneven fabric surfaces
Combined with modern dyeing technology, our fabrics meet demanding export standards including Korean textile requirements.
3. Fast & Free Lab-Dip Sampling
We provide rapid lab-dip color testing within 3–5 working days, helping brands accelerate product development and launch schedules.
Care Instructions for 4-Way Stretch Cooling Fabric Apparel
To maintain the softness, cooling sensation, and elasticity of cooling fabric garments, proper care is essential.
Avoid High-Temperature Washing: Do not wash garments in water above 40°C, as excessive heat may weaken Spandex elasticity.
Avoid Strong Bleach Chemicals: High-chlorine detergents may rapidly damage fabric fibers and reduce color vibrancy.
Use Low-Temperature Ironing: Polyester-based fabrics are easy to smooth. Use ironing temperatures below 110°C for synthetic fabrics.
Limit High-Heat Drying: Natural air drying in shaded, ventilated areas is the best method to preserve fabric performance.
Elevate Your Fashion Brand with Yang Vinh
Outstanding fashion products always begin with exceptional fabrics.
4-way stretch cooling fabric is more than just a textile material — it is a strategic solution that enhances customer comfort, confidence, and cooling performance. With youthful energy, modern production capabilities, and direct manufacturing advantages at our Hoc Mon knit fabric factory, Yang Vinh confidently delivers comprehensive textile supply chain solutions that help your creative ideas stand out in competitive markets.
Are you ready to upgrade the materials for your next collection?
Contact Yang Vinh today to receive a complete free cooling fabric sample catalogue.
