Chef Designs 502M Poplin Airflow Cook Shirt with OilBlok in Black — blank garment, front view

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Poplin Airflow Cook Shirt with OilBlok

A blank garment from the Chef Designs line, offered in 5 colors and sizes S–5XL. Cataloged on VisePrint with full fabric specs and decoration-ready details.

  • 65/35 polyester/cotton at 4.25 oz/yd²
  • 8-size run (S–5XL)
  • DTG printing: not recommended — Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.
  • DTF transfer and Embroidery and Sublimation: conditional — test first.

Final pricing depends on garment quantity, decoration method, print locations, and artwork requirements.

Colors 5Black

  • Black

  • Charcoal/ Black

  • Merlot Heather/ Black

  • Teal

  • White/ Grey

Available sizes

SMLXL2XL3XL4XL5XL

Availability Black

Availability by size for the Black colorway, as of the last catalog sync
SizeStatusLocal pickup (Chicagoland)Actions
SIn Stock
MIn Stock
LIn Stock
XLIn Stock
2XLIn Stock
3XLIn Stock
4XLLimited
5XLLimited

Last inventory sync: July 28, 2026 · local pickup stock held near Lockport, IL. Distributor network totals — not live stock; availability is reconfirmed on every quote before production.

Key specifications

Fabric composition
65/35 polyester/cotton
Fabric weight
4.25 oz/yd²
Fabric type
mesh
Yarn
Not stated
Construction
Not stated
Label
Not stated
Cut for
Not stated
Fit
Classic
Sizes
S–5XL
Colors
5
Country of origin
Honduras
Sustainability
Not stated

Decoration compatibility

VisePrint guidance derived from this garment's stated fabric and construction — not manufacturer claims.

Prints well with a low-bleed ink system made for polyester; standard plastisol can dye-migrate.

  • Dye-migration risk on polyester content — use a low-bleed or poly-specific ink system and cure at lower temperatures.

DTF transfer

Conditional

Open or slick mesh surface — adhesion varies; run a wash test first.

  • High press heat can affect polyester — test temperature and dwell time before a full run.
  • Moisture-management finishes can reduce adhesion — verify wash durability on a test piece.

DTG printing

Not Recommended

Polyester-dominant fabric is a poor DTG substrate; choose DTF or screen printing instead.

  • Water-based DTG ink absorbs poorly into polyester and can wash out — pretreat and test.
  • Non-flat mesh surface reduces DTG detail.

Embroidery

Conditional

Very light fabric can pucker under dense designs — keep stitch counts modest and stabilize well.

  • Lightweight or performance knit — use a stabilizer/backing to prevent puckering.

Standard HTV and transfers apply well at the correct temperature for this fiber mix.

  • Use low-temperature transfer material to avoid scorch or dye migration on polyester.
  • Verify transfer adhesion over moisture-management finishes.

Sublimation

Conditional

Partial polyester content gives muted, distressed color rather than full saturation.

  • Cotton content will not hold sublimation dye — expect a faded, vintage result.

Decoration results can vary by equipment, ink, transfer material, garment color, and production settings. Always test before beginning a full production run.

Fit and sizing

Classic fit · sizes S–5XL.

Fabric and construction

Manufacturer highlights

  • 4.25 oz./yd², 65/35 polyester/cotton
  • 4.2 oz./yd², 100% polyester mesh back
  • Classic fit
  • Moisture wicking
  • Concealed snap closure
  • Inset chest pocket with pencil stall on left chest and dual utensil/thermometer pockets on left sleeve
  • Wash care: industrial laundry - OilBlok, industrial laundry - light soil, home wash

Country of origin

Made in Honduras.

Shown for the Black colorway; origin can vary by color and production run.

Recommended applications

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  • · Covers S–5XL
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  • · Covers S–4XL
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Terms used on this page

Polyester
Polyester is a synthetic, petroleum-based fiber prized for durability, quick-dry performance, and colorfastness, but prone to dye migration under screen-print inks.
Mesh
Mesh is an open-construction knit fabric with visible holes for airflow, used in athletic jerseys, cap back panels, and moisture-wicking gear.
Classic Fit
Classic fit is the roomy, straight-cut 'full cut' T-shirt silhouette with generous body ease and minimal waist taper, built to fit the broadest range of body types.
Moisture-Wicking Fabric
Moisture-wicking fabric, almost always polyester, pulls sweat away from skin to its outer surface for fast evaporation, unlike absorbent cotton.
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