Products for category Gingham Fabrics
Gingham is a yarn-dyed check pattern created by weaving colored warp and weft threads in a balanced plain weave structure. The colored yarns intersect with white (or contrasting color) yarns to produce a distinctive grid pattern. Unlike printed checks, gingham’s color is woven into the fabric — the check is visible on both sides and will not wash out.
Gingham is the classic pattern for restaurant front-of-house, kitchen uniforms, school uniforms, and hospitality roles where an approachable, recognizable uniform appearance is desired.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard composition | 65% Polyester / 35% Cotton (or 100% Cotton) |
| Weight | 140–180 GSM — typically poplin weight |
| Standard check sizes | 1×1 (small — fine dining), 2×2 (medium — casual dining), 3×3 (large — kitchen) |
| Standard color combinations | Red/White, Blue/White, Black/White, Pink/White |
| MOQ | 1000 meters per color combination (yarn-dyed — requires custom warping) |
| Lead time | 35–45 days |
| Stock | ❌ Not held — all gingham is custom order (yarn-dyed) |
| Print alternative | Printed gingham available at 500m MOQ, 20–25 day lead time |
| Factor | Yarn-Dyed Gingham | Printed Gingham |
|---|---|---|
| Color application | Dyed yarns woven into pattern | Surface print applied to finished fabric |
| Pattern on back side | ✅ Identical on both sides | ❌ Only on face side |
| Wash durability | Permanent — cannot wash out | Good — but fades over time |
| Cost per meter | Higher | Lower |
| MOQ | 1000m | 500m |
| Best for | Premium restaurant programs, high-wash environments | Budget programs, short-run needs |