Pine Crest Fabrics has expanded its Duck Dive collection with a premium scuba fabric, now stocked in Portland, Oregon. This fabric is a perfect match for the Surf Utility swimwear trend, as seen at Miami Swim Week.
What is scuba fabric?
Scuba fabric is a double-knit textile typically made from a polyester and spandex blend. It’s widely used for surf apparel, swimwear, activewear, and fashion garments. Smooth, stretchy, and slightly spongy, scuba fabric offers wrinkle resistance, structure, and a heavyweight. It is lighter than neoprene, but more structured than traditional knits.
What can you design with scuba fabric?
This double-knit fabric is very versatile – it originated from diving and has evolved into a lighter version, contributing to its popularity in the fashion industry. It is used in a range of applications, including swimsuits, surfwear, performance costumes, jackets, and other outerwear, as well as activewear such as leggings, hoodies, sports bras, and more.
What are the key benefits of scuba fabric?
- Comfort for wearing: The smooth texture of scuba material brings comfort to the body, while its structure provides a soft feel.
- Flexibility and shape retention: Scuba fabric is made from a polyester and spandex blend, making it stretchy. It allows a full range of motion and excellent shape retention of the garment.
- Color retention: Scuba fabric maintains vibrant color through multiple washes, keeping garments looking fresh and bold over time.
- Suitability for various garments: Designers use this fabric for high-performance wear like surf apparel and sports bras, as well as for casual activewear, swimwear, or fashion apparel – skirts, dresses, pants, yoga wear, and more.
- Easy to care for: Scuba fabric is easy to wash, thanks to its double-knit construction. It’s machine washable, quick-drying, and retains its shape and color wash after wash.
Where to buy high-quality scuba fabric?
If you’re sourcing wholesale fabrics (15 yards+), explore the Pine Crest Fabrics Duck Dive Collection. We offer two scuba styles, stocked in the U.S., and available in general and premium quality. Both styles are OEKO-TEX® certified and feature four-way stretch, good opacity, high UV-protection, oil and cream resistance, and a water-repellent finish. Duck Dive Luxe offers a softer hand, wider width, and enhanced stretch compared to the original style.
| Duck Dive | Duck Dive Luxe |
| 84% Polyester / 16% Spandex | 76% Polyester / 24% Spandex |
| Width: 44/46” | Width: 48/50” |
| Weight: 400 GSM | Weight: 380 GSM |
| Colors in stock: Black, White | Color in stock: Cobalt |
Both styles are available in custom colors and are good for printing if you prefer a unique design.
What makes PCF’s scuba fabric stand out?
- Water-repellent finish: Helps keep the wearer dry by protecting against splashes and light rain.
- Eco-certified: Our scuba fabric is certified by OEKO-TEX®, ensuring it is free from harmful substances and safe for skin. This fabric is suitable for skin-sensitive garments like swimwear or kids’ wear.
- High UV protection: Offers UPF 50+ level of UV blocking for maximum sun safety; certified UV protection.
- Premium material: We offer a luxurious version of scuba fabric with advanced softness and stretch.
- Ready to ship: Three colors of Duck Dive scuba fabric are available for shipping from our Portland, OR, stock with low minimums – only 15 yards – and fast delivery (2–7 days across the USA).
Contact us to order a swatch or sample yardage of this scuba fabric.
