AKAGAMI Wash Tee Care: Keep the Red Print Vibrant Longer

Quick Answer

To keep the red print on your AKAGAMI Wash Tee vibrant, wash it inside out in cold water with mild detergent, air dry it flat, and avoid high heat and harsh chemicals.

Step-by-Step Care Routine

1. Turn the tee inside out: Before washing, turn the AKAGAMI Wash Tee inside out. This protects the embroidered front and the DTG back print from friction against other clothes and the drum of the washing machine. Check that the tee is fully inside out, including the sleeves, to avoid snagging the embroidery.
2. Wash in cold water on a gentle cycle: Use cold water (below 30°C) and a mild liquid detergent. Avoid bleach, fabric softeners, and detergents with optical brighteners, as they can dull the red print and the black fabric. Choose a delicate or hand-wash cycle to minimize agitation. If the tee is heavily soiled, pre-treat stains with a small amount of detergent directly on the spot, but never rub the print aggressively.
3. Air dry flat, away from direct sunlight: Lay the tee flat on a clean towel or a drying rack in a shaded area. Do not wring or twist the fabric. Avoid using a tumble dryer, as high heat can cause the DTG print to crack and the embroidery to shrink or distort. Never hang the tee to dry by the shoulders, as the weight of the wet cotton can stretch the fabric and distort the print.
4. Iron or steam with care: If the tee is wrinkled, use a steamer or iron on the lowest setting. Always iron the inside of the tee, never directly over the front embroidery or the back print. Place a cloth between the iron and the fabric for extra protection. Avoid using a hot iron on the printed areas—even with a cloth, prolonged heat can cause the DTG ink to soften and stick.
5. Store properly to prevent creases and fading: Fold the tee and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid hanging it for long periods, as the weight of the cotton can stretch the shoulders. If you must hang it, use a padded hanger. Keep the tee away from windows or bright lights to prevent the red print from fading over time.

Product Facts

• AKAGAMI WASH TEE: Heavyweight pre-shrunk 100% cotton fabric with an acid-washed black finish. Pre-shrunk cotton resists size changes, but acid washing can make the color more sensitive to hot water and strong detergents, so gentle washing is key.

  

• AKAGAMI WASH TEE: High-quality 5" embroidered design on the front and a direct-to-garment print on the back. Embroidery and DTG prints both benefit from inside-out washing and low heat drying to prevent thread fraying and print cracking.