Checkered Waves Tee
- Free shipping on orders over €75 (NL & BE)
- Order before 3 PM, ships same day
- UV50+, offers 97.5% protection against UVA and UVB radiation
- 84% Polyamide Nylon | 16% Elastane Spandex (GRS certified)
- Quick-drying, comfortable, and breathable
- 100% PFC-free swimwear (REACH standard)
- Flexible and comfortable
- Flatlock stitching, prevents skin irritation
- YKK zipper in the neck
- OEKO-TEX® | SGS certified | CE certified
84% Polyamide Nylon | 16% Elastane Spandex | (GRS certified) | OEKO-TEX® | SGS certified on UPF50+/UV50+ | UV standard 801 | CE certified
It is important to care for your UV clothing correctly. Chlorine, sand, high temperatures, and sunscreen can be harsh on UV clothing, but with proper care, you can enjoy it for multiple seasons. Read our tips below on how to care for and wash your UV clothing to ensure it remains beautiful and functional.
Shower first
For hygiene, it's good to shower before diving into the pool, but this has another advantage. Pool water often contains chlorine and other chemicals that are harmful to UV clothing. If you shower first, your swimwear will absorb "normal" water, meaning the fabric will absorb fewer harmful substances from the pool water.
Rinse thoroughly
After swimming, always rinse your UV clothing thoroughly with clean, cold water immediately to prevent fabric wear and tear. If it's necessary to wash your UV clothing, always do so by hand. Fill the sink with cold water and add some delicate laundry detergent. Gently wash your UV clothing and rinse it well with cold water. Do not soak your UV clothing. This is bad for the fibers and will cause the clothing to lose elasticity. Do not wring out your UV clothing, as this weakens the elastic and affects the fit.
Drying
After use, do not leave your UV clothing rolled up in a towel, otherwise, the chlorine will have more time to penetrate the fabric and your UV clothing may start to mold. The best way is to let your UV clothing dry in the open air and in the shade after rinsing. Never dry your swimwear in direct sunlight or near a heater. Do not hang your UV clothing to dry on a metal hanger, as this can cause rust stains that you will not be able to remove. UV clothing should absolutely not be put in the tumble dryer!
Discoloration
Despite the colorfastness of our UV clothing, it is not impossible for discoloration to occur under certain circumstances. High levels of chlorine, sunlight, and salinity in the sea can damage your UV clothing and cause color changes. Also, some brands of sunscreen can leave (yellow) stains on the fabric that you cannot remove. Therefore, apply sunscreen 20 minutes before putting on your swimwear. If you need to reapply, try to avoid any contact with the fabric.
Rough surfaces and slides
Be careful with rough surfaces, such as concrete, floors, benches, and other rough materials, as these can cause tears and wear. Slides are cool attractions at the pool, but your UV clothing can wear out faster because of them. Weak spots, pilling fabric, and/or holes are the result.
Sand
As with all swimwear, sand can sometimes get into the fibers of the fabric. Due to the density of the fabric, it can be more difficult to wash out dirt or sand, which sometimes means stains can persist. To remove trapped sand, gently slide your fingernail over the fabric when it is dry.
Yes, we offer worldwide shipping. If your country cannot be selected at checkout, please contact info@beachandbandits.com
Orders placed before 3:00 PM are usually shipped the same day. Orders within the Netherlands and Belgium are generally delivered within 1 to 2 business days. For other countries, this may take a little longer.