Cotton Sateen is a smooth, lightweight woven fabric made from 100% cotton, with a subtle sheen and soft hand feel.
Weighing 120 g/m², it balances lightness with durability. The tight satin weave holds pigment prints exceptionally well, delivering excellent color clarity and detailed designs on its natural white base. Breathable and comfortable, Cotton Sateen is perfect for elegant garments and everyday wear.
Composition: 100% cotton
Weight: 120 g/m²
Printable width: 144 cm (may vary)
Construction: Woven (satin weave)
Surface: Smooth with subtle sheen
Base color: White
Print method: Pigment printing
Shrinkage after washing: ±2–4%
Blouses and shirts
Dresses and skirts
Light home decor such as pillowcases and table linens
Accessories such as scarves and pareos
Avoid designs with large areas of solid black or very dark colors, as these may cause the fabric to feel stiffer in those spots after printing.
Prepare your files at the actual scale you want printed. For example, a 20 × 20 cm file at 150 DPI will print exactly 20 × 20 cm.
We recommend ordering our Color Map printed on chosen fabric. It lets you compare your screen colors against the actual printed result before committing to a full production run.
Order our Fabric Sample Book or Single Fabric Swatches to see and feel every fabric type in person before you start.
We've put together a full step-by-step tutorial to walk you through uploading your design, previewing it, and placing your order.
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Our Fabric Printing Guide covers everything you need to know before you start.