What is recycled polyester?
Recycled polyester, also known as rPET, is made from used plastic bottles. The plastic is cleaned, shredded and melted down into fibers, which are then woven into new fabrics. This smart process gives waste a second life.
Although polyester is a synthetic fiber, recycling existing plastic reduces the need for new plastic production and helps remove waste from the environment. Additionally, producing rPET consumes less energy than manufacturing new polyester, saving resources and lowering CO₂ emissions.
Our U-circular collection features beautiful fabrics made from recycled polyester. These fabrics are not only sustainable but also high-quality and versatile. They can be used in fashion, interiors, creative projects and much more.
Is recycled polyester good quality
Recycled polyester offers excellent quality thanks to its strong and durable fibers, which provide outstanding resistance to wear and tear. The fabric maintains its shape and color over time, ensuring garments look fresh and vibrant even after multiple washes. Additionally, recycled polyester has a smooth texture and consistent performance, making it a reliable choice for high-quality, long-lasting apparel and textiles.
Is recycled polyester stretchy
Our U-circular collection features a variety of stretchy jersey fabrics made from recycled polyester, designed for comfort, durability, and sustainability:
- U-circular Mesh: Made from recycled polyester blended with 10% elastane, this fabric has an open-knit structure with closely spaced openings.
- U-circular Vita: A medium-weight knit fabric which drapes beautifully and resists wrinkles.
- U-circular Peach Jersey Heavy: A heavyweight stretch fabric known for its soft texture and exceptional comfort.
- U-circular Peach Jersey: This medium-weight stretch fabric combines softness and flexibility.
- U-circular Sweat Jersey: A knitted fabric with a soft, warm inner side. This heavier fabric offers excellent comfort and warmth.
Explore our U-circular stretch recycled polyester fabrics to create sustainable, stylish and comfortable apparel that meets the demands of modern fashion.
Popular applications of recycled polyester
Whether you’re creating for a fashion collection, interior design, or an art project, recycled polyester offers endless possibilities. It combines sustainability with quality and is easy to work with, resulting in stylish finished products. Popular applications include:
✔ Swimwear – Thanks to its quick-drying and stretch properties, recycled polyester is ideal for bikinis, swimsuits, and swim trunks.
✔ Sportswear – Think leggings, sports shirts, and tops that are comfortable and durable.
✔ Tops, T-shirts, sweaters and hoodies – Recycled polyester is perfect for comfortable garments like T-shirts, longsleeves, sweaters, and hoodies, often made from soft polyester jersey fabrics.
✔ Dresses and skirts – Lightweight, stylish clothing pieces that are both sustainable and fashionable.
✔ Interior products – Recycled polyester is widely used for curtains, cushions, upholstery, and wall décor.
✔ Art and design projects – This fabric brings creative ideas to life, from banners to decorative textiles.
Custom recycled polyester leggings
Discover our sustainable fabrics perfect for making high-quality leggings that combine comfort, style, and eco-friendliness. Our U-circular Peach Jersey Heavy and U-circular Peach Jersey fabrics are stretch recycled polyesters designed for durability and softness, making them ideal for sustainable leggings that feel great during any activity.
Recycled polyester shirts
Looking for sustainable fabrics to create eco-friendly t-shirts? Our U-circular collection offers a variety of high-quality stretch recycled polyester fabrics perfect for comfortable and stylish t-shirts:
Prefer custom ready-made recycled polyester t-shirts? Our T-shirt All-over Print Recycled Polyester is made from 100% recycled polyester, offering a soft, breathable feel with a light stretch for added comfort. Designed with a regular fit and available in multiple sizes, this t-shirt can be fully personalized with your own all-over print for a truly unique and sustainable garment.
Recycled polyester with own design in 4 simple steps!
Ordering your custom printed fabric with us is easy and straightforward in just a few simple steps:
- Choose your fabric – Select the fabric that best suits your project or collection. You can also request print samples or our fabric book first to help you make the right choice.
- Upload your design – Upload your own design, pattern or image on our website. Make sure the file meets the correct specifications.
- Preview your print – Instantly see a preview of your file.
- Place your order – Order easily online and we’ll get started on your fabric.
It’s that simple to order fabric with your own print. Soon you’ll have a unique and sustainable fabric in your hands!
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Recycled polyester fabric by the yard at House of U
At House of U, we offer high-quality fabrics that you can fully customize to your own design preferences, with a strong focus on quality, convenience and sustainability. Discover why House of U is the perfect partner for your creative projects:
✔ Sustainable and premium fabrics: we provide a wide range of carefully selected fabrics known for their quality and sustainability, including recycled polyester and organic cotton.
✔ Fully personalized designs: easily upload and order your own designs directly through our website.
✔ Flexible minimum order quantities: with a minimum order of just 1 meter, House of U lets you order efficiently without having to stock large quantities.
✔ Versatile fabric applications: our fabrics are suitable for a variety of uses such as fashion, interior, sportswear, creative projects and more.
✔ Fast production options: choose between express or economy production times to suit your needs and budget.
✔ Personalized support: our team is ready to assist you every step of the way, from selecting the right fabric to completing your order.
✔ Sustainable production process: we use eco-friendly inks during production and do not consume water in the production process.
Curious about the fabrics in our U-circular collection? You can easily request printed samples to experience the quality firsthand. Want to see the entire collection, including all our other fabrics? Order our fabric book for €29, which contains samples of all fabrics plus a €50 voucher for your next order.
Order your fabric book here
If you have any questions or need help ordering your unique fabric, please contact us.
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