How to Care for Your Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee
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A step-by-step routine for washing, drying, and storing your Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee so the cotton keeps its shape and the fit stays true.
Quick answer
Wash your Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then air-dry it flat or hang it to keep the cotton's shape and fit. Skip the dryer and high heat, which are the fastest ways to shrink or distort a long sleeve tee.
Why the fabric blend changes your wash routine
The Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee is made from 100% airlume combed ring-spun cotton, while heather colors are a 52% cotton, 48% polyester blend and Athletic Heather is 90% cotton. That difference matters: the all-cotton version is more prone to shrinking and creasing with heat, while the polyester blend in heather colors holds its shape a bit better but can pill if washed with rough items. Treat each version gently, and expect the all-cotton tee to need a little more care with drying.
When to wash and when to spot-clean
A long sleeve tee doesn't need a full wash after every wear. If it smells fresh and has no visible marks, air it out overnight and wear it again. Spot-clean small marks with a damp cloth and a drop of mild detergent before they set. This is especially useful for the all-cotton tee, where repeated washing and drying slowly wears down the fabric and fit.
Step-by-step care routine
- Turn the tee inside out: Before washing, turn the Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee inside out and close any zippers or buttons on other items in the load. This protects the outer surface from friction and pilling. Check that no rough items like jeans with exposed zippers are in the same load.
- Wash cold on a gentle cycle: Use cold water and a gentle or delicate cycle with a mild detergent. Avoid bleach and fabric softener, which can break down cotton fibers over time. If your machine has a hand-wash setting, use it for the all-cotton version.
- Skip the dryer: Remove the tee promptly and air-dry it flat on a rack or hang it on a padded hanger. High heat is the main cause of shrinkage and shape loss in cotton tees. If you must use a dryer, choose the lowest heat setting and remove the tee while slightly damp.
- Store folded, not hung: Fold the tee and store it in a drawer or on a shelf. Hanging a long sleeve tee by the shoulders can stretch the neckline and leave hanger marks over time. For long-term storage, keep the tee clean and dry to avoid set-in stains or musty odors.
Product facts
- Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee: 100% airlume combed ring-spun cotton (heather colors are 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather is 90% cotton). The all-cotton version needs cooler washing and air-drying to avoid shrinkage, while the heather blends tolerate slightly more handling but still benefit from gentle care.
Maximal Unisex Long Sleeve Tee
