AS Colour Staple Tee vs Block Tee – Which Tee Prints Better?

With decades of experience supplying custom printed apparel, we’re often asked which AS Colour tee is better for printing — the Staple or the Block?

Both are premium quality garments. The difference comes down to construction, fit and budget.

Here’s how we guide our clients at Grenada / PromoBasics.

Staple Tee – The Premium All-Rounder

The Staple Tee is AS Colour’s most popular style and a consistent performer for retail merch, corporate uniforms and branded campaigns.

• Mid-weight premium cotton

• Modern regular fit

• Side seams for structure

• Excellent for screen printing, DTG and embroidery

Because it has side seams, it offers a more tailored silhouette and slightly more structured finish. It’s a polished, retail-ready choice that works beautifully for professional branding and larger print runs.

Our recommendation: If you want a safe, proven premium option — the Staple is hard to beat.

Block Tee – Budget-Friendly Premium with Tubular Construction

The Block Tee is also premium cotton but sits at a slightly more accessible price point, making it a strong option for larger runs without compromising quality.

• Quality cotton fabric

• Relaxed, slightly boxier fit

• Tubular construction (no side seams)

• Smooth wraparound print surface

The tubular body means no side seams, creating a seamless finish and a clean canvas for bold graphics. It delivers excellent print results while offering better value when budget is a factor.

Our recommendation: If you need premium feel with sharper pricing for volume orders, the Block Tee is a smart choice.

Our Expert Take

After years of producing custom t-shirt printing for corporate clients, events, schools and retail brands, our advice is simple:

• Want structured and retail-polished? → Staple Tee

• Want premium quality at a sharper price point? → Block Tee

Both print exceptionally well. The key is matching the tee to your audience, artwork and campaign objectives — and that’s where experience matters.

If you’re unsure, our team at Grenada Pomotional Products can guide you to ensure the final result looks exactly how you imagined.