Quick answer
Wash your Banyan's tee inside out in cold water on a gentle cycle, then air-dry it flat or hang it to prevent shrinking and keep the print sharp.
Why ring-spun cotton needs a gentler routine
Ring-spun cotton is combed and twisted more tightly than standard cotton, which makes it softer and smoother. That softness comes from finer fibers, so harsh detergents, hot water, and high heat break them down faster. A gentler wash preserves the feel and fit you paid for.
The real risk is heat, not water
Cotton shrinks most when exposed to heat—especially in the dryer. Cold water and air-drying eliminate most shrinkage risk. If you must use a dryer, choose the lowest heat setting and remove the tee while it's still slightly damp.
When the label says polyester blend
Heather colors of this tee contain polyester. Polyester resists shrinking but can hold odors and melt under high heat, so the same cold-water, low-heat approach works for both versions. Avoid fabric softener, which coats fibers and reduces breathability.
Step-by-step care for your Banyan's tee
- Turn the tee inside out: Before washing, turn the shirt inside out to protect the printed design from friction and abrasion. Check that the print is fully on the inside; any exposed print will rub against other garments.
- Use cold water and a gentle cycle: Set your washing machine to cold water (below 30°C / 85°F) and a gentle or delicate cycle. Hot water is the main cause of shrinkage and fading—never wash this tee in hot water.
- Choose a mild detergent: Use a small amount of liquid detergent free of bleach and optical brighteners. Skip fabric softener. Too much detergent leaves residue that makes the fabric stiff; use half the recommended amount for a single tee.
- Air-dry flat or hang: Remove the tee promptly and lay it flat on a drying rack or hang it on a padded hanger away from direct sunlight. Hanging a wet tee by the shoulders can stretch the neckline; dry flat if you're worried about shape.
- If you must tumble dry, use low heat: Tumble dry on the lowest heat setting and remove the tee while still slightly damp, then air-dry the rest. High heat is the fastest way to shrink cotton—check the dryer setting every time.
Product facts
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Banyan's Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt (Premium Ring-Spun Cotton): 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester); fabric weight 4.2 oz. The lightweight 4.2 oz fabric dries quickly when air-dried, so you can skip the dryer entirely.
Banyan's Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt (Premium Ring-Spun Cotton)
