Blaze Defense Systems Established 2008 Long Sleeve T Shirt Care Tips
By Blaze Defense Systems | Tactical Gear: Breaching Tools, QR Kits, Medical, Fire Suppression | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: Tips & Care
Keep your Blaze Defense Systems long sleeve shirt looking sharp with these care tips. Learn how to wash, dry, and protect the logo and fabric.
Quick answer
Wash your Blaze Defense Systems long sleeve shirt inside out in cold water, tumble dry low, and avoid bleach or ironing directly on the logo to keep the print and fabric in top condition.
Why care matters for this shirt
The Blaze Defense Systems Established 2008 Long Sleeve T Shirt is a Gildan DryBlend fit shirt, meaning it blends cotton and polyester for softness and moisture wicking. The front left chest and rear back panel logos are screen printed, so proper washing preserves both the fabric feel and the print integrity.
Skipping care steps can lead to fading, cracking of the logo, or shrinking. Since this is a limited-run item, taking a few extra minutes during laundry keeps it looking new longer.
Frequently asked care questions
- How should I wash the shirt?
- Turn the shirt inside out to protect the logos. Wash in cold water with a mild detergent. Avoid bleach or fabric softeners, as they can break down the print and the DryBlend fibers. Inside out, cold water, mild detergent.
- Can I put it in the dryer?
- Yes, but use a low or delicate setting. High heat can shrink the cotton portion and cause the screen print to crack. Remove the shirt while still slightly damp to reduce wrinkles and wear. Tumble dry low, remove damp.
- How do I care for the logo print?
- Never iron directly over the logo. If you must iron, turn the shirt inside out and use a low setting. Do not dry clean or use harsh stain removers on the printed areas. For stains, spot treat gently with a soft brush and cold water. Iron inside out, no direct heat on logo.
- Will the shirt shrink?
- Some shrinkage is possible with cotton blends, especially in hot water or high heat drying. Washing in cold and drying on low minimizes this. If you prefer a looser fit, air drying is the safest option. Cold wash + low dry = minimal shrinkage.
- How often should I wash it?
- Wash after each wear if you sweat heavily or get the shirt dirty. For light wear, you can air it out and wear again. Over-washing fades the print faster, so wash only when needed. Wash only when soiled to extend print life.
Product facts
- Blaze Defense Systems Established 2008 Long Sleeve T Shirt: The shirt is a Gildan DryBlend fit, extremely soft and comfortable, available in stone gray. The cotton-polyester blend needs gentle washing to prevent pilling and maintain its soft feel, while the DryBlend treatment helps wick moisture but can degrade with high heat.

Blaze Defense Systems Established 2008 Long Sleeve T Shirt
