N17 9QP London, United Kingdom
Unit 1, Lockwood Industrial Estate, Mill Mead Rd
Fifth Column Limited
0-50
1997
Company Profile
Founded in London in 1977, Fifth Column is a specialist garment printing and embroidery company serving fashion brands, businesses, charities, creative organisations and event organisers. Its production services include screen printing, direct-to-garment and direct-to-film printing, embroidery and bulk garment decoration.
The company also provides garment sourcing, custom labelling, relabelling, finishing and retail-ready packaging. Fifth Column supports projects ranging from short specialist runs to structured, high-volume wholesale production, offering printed and embroidered T-shirts, hoodies, workwear, sportswear and sustainably sourced garments.
The company also provides garment sourcing, custom labelling, relabelling, finishing and retail-ready packaging. Fifth Column supports projects ranging from short specialist runs to structured, high-volume wholesale production, offering printed and embroidered T-shirts, hoodies, workwear, sportswear and sustainably sourced garments.
Products and Services
Screen Printing
Embroidery
Direct-to-Garment Printing
Direct to Film Printing
Garment Finishing
Bulk Wholesale T-Shirt Printing
Charity T-Shirt Printing
Company Logo Printing
Sportswear Print & Embroidery
Custom Garment Printing
Custom Clothing and Merchandise
Workwear Printing and Embroidery
Gallery
Featured Products and Services
Bulk wholesale T-shirt printing
High-volume T-shirt printing for brands, retailers, events, charities, schools and other organisations, with screen printing ideally suited to orders of 500 garments or more. Commercial in-house equipment can produce up to 72,000 T-shirts per week, while volume discounts, extensive garment sourcing and sustainably sourced, GOTS-certified options support consistent, cost-effective bulk production.
Charity T-Shirt printing
Custom garment printing for charities, fundraising campaigns, awareness initiatives, volunteer teams and sponsored events. Screen printing provides a cost-effective option for larger orders, while DTF printing suits smaller runs. Low minimum quantities, competitive pricing and a choice of T-shirts, vests, sweatshirts, hoodies and tote bags help organisations raise funds and promote their cause.
Company Logo Printing
Professional company logo printing for T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, shirts, outerwear, aprons and headwear. Screen printing delivers vibrant results on custom apparel, while embroidery creates a durable, premium finish for uniforms and workwear. Low minimum order quantities, bulk discounts and a wide choice of sustainable garments support consistent business branding.
Direct-to-Garment Printing
Full-colour direct-to-garment printing for one-off T-shirts and small garment runs, with artwork printed directly onto the fabric using specialist digital inkjet technology. Ideal for photographs, highly colourful artwork, nuanced shading and fine design details, DTG delivers sharp, high-resolution prints while providing a flexible and cost-effective solution for short-run custom clothing.
Custom Direct to Film (DTF) Printing
High-quality DTF printing for T-shirts, hoodies and other garments, using water-based inks and transfer film to reproduce photographs, colourful artwork and fine details. Suitable for small runs with no minimum order quantity, the process works on light and dark fabrics, including polyester and synthetics, and creates flexible, durable prints that resist cracking, peeling and repeated washing.
Premium Custom Embroidery
High-quality custom embroidery for T-shirts, hoodies, polo shirts, jackets, workwear, sportswear, bags, caps and hats. Artwork is digitised and converted into precise stitches and thread colours, allowing intricate logos and designs to be reproduced with a durable, premium finish. In-house production supports branded clothing, uniforms and merchandise for organisations across the UK.
Garment Finishing
Professional garment finishing to prepare printed and embroidered clothing for retail, events or distribution. Services include custom labelling and relabelling, inside-neck printing, hem tagging, folding, poly-bagging, sticker application and swing-tag attachment. Size and barcode labels can also be added, creating a polished, consistent and retail-ready presentation for branded garments.
High-Quality T-Shirt Screen Printing
High-quality T-shirt screen printing for brands, businesses, charities, events and creative projects, produced in-house by experienced UK printers. The process delivers vibrant, durable and washable results, making it particularly cost-effective for medium and large orders. Expert support is available with garment selection, artwork preparation, print colours and production planning.
Sportswear Printing
Custom sportswear printing for teams, clubs, schools, events and fitness organisations, creating a consistent identity both on and off the field. Printing and embroidery can be applied to T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, jackets and other activewear, with suitable decoration methods selected for each fabric, design and order size to deliver durable, professional results.
Workwear Printing
Custom workwear printing and embroidery for businesses, trades and professional teams, covering T-shirts, polo shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, trousers and high-visibility clothing. Suitable garments and decoration methods are selected for each role, fabric and design, creating practical, durable uniforms that display company logos clearly and support a consistent professional identity.
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