Bear Grips Pro ShopsCustom Sport-Tek Polo Shirts With Your Logo: Print or Embroider
Quick Answer
- A custom Sport-Tek polo can carry a printed or embroidered logo, both included in the base price flow.
- Left chest at 3-4 inches is the standard, professional placement.
- Embroidery tends to hold up longer through wash cycles; print handles detailed, full-color art better.
- No minimum order and no setup fee either way.
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Print vs Embroidery on a Sport-Tek Polo
| Factor | Embroidery | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Detailed, full-color, photo-style art | Simple, bold, one to three color logos |
| Durability | Good, depends on ink and wash care | Very high, holds shape and color for years |
| Feel on performance fabric | Flat against the polyester | Slightly raised, textured |
| Small text | Handles fine detail more easily | Struggles below 1/16 inch stroke width |
Why Embroidery Is the Common Choice for Polos
- Durability through repeat washing. A polo gets worn and washed far more often than a one-time event tee.
- Professional read. A stitched logo signals an established business, especially on customer-facing polos. This is the same reasoning covered in embroidered electrician company polos for a different vendor category.
- Texture match. Stitching sits cleanly on top of a knit fabric rather than needing to bond flat against it.
Designing a Logo That Embroiders Cleanly
- Keep it to one to three colors. Every additional thread color adds cost and complexity without adding much clarity at small sizes.
- Avoid thin lines and fine detail. Strokes thinner than about 1/16 inch often blur or drop out entirely once stitched.
- Size it for the chest, not a banner. A 3-4 inch left-chest placement is standard; design with that scale in mind from the start.
Placement Standards for a Custom Sport-Tek Polo
- Left chest (standard). 3-4 inches, the default for nearly every business and staff polo.
- Right chest (name or title). Common addition for staff first names or job titles.
- Sleeve. Small text or icon for a tagline or secondary mark.
How to Actually Add Your Logo to the Shop
- Sign up for a Pro Shop (free or VIP).
- Upload your logo as a transparent PNG.
- Select the Men's Performance Polo Shirt and place the design at left chest.
- Preview the mockup across your planned shirt colors before publishing.
- Set a retail price and share the shop link.
Put Your Logo on a Sport-Tek Polo
Print or embroider, left chest or full back. No minimum, ships in about a week.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Is embroidery better than printing for a Sport-Tek polo?
For simple, bold logos on a garment worn and washed often, embroidery generally holds up better. Detailed or full-color logos often print more accurately than they embroider.
Is there an extra cost for embroidery?
The exact embroidery details and any add-on cost are shown on the product page in the shop.
How many colors can my logo have?
Unlimited for print; embroidery works best kept to one to three thread colors for clarity at small sizes.
Can I add a name or title along with the main logo?
Yes. A right-chest name or title is a common addition alongside a left-chest logo.
