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For most hospitals in Pakistan, the best fabric for medical scrubs is a 65/35 poly-cotton at 150–180 GSM. It survives hot hospital laundry, keeps its colour, and costs less to replace. Where comfort matters most, for long shifts or doctors who want a modern fit, a poly-viscose stretch blend is the upgrade.

We make scrubs, lab coats and patient gowns for hospitals and clinics at our factory in Rawalpindi. This guide covers what procurement teams should compare before a bulk order: the fabric, how it handles laundry, which finishes are worth paying for, and how to set up colour coding.

Scrub fabrics compared

Fabric	Feel	Survives hot washing	Best for	Typical weight
65/35 poly-cotton	Smooth, slightly crisp	Very well: holds colour and shape	Wards, OPD, nursing staff, high-volume orders	150–180 GSM
100% cotton	Soft, very breathable	Poorly: shrinks and fades faster	Short-term use, staff with sensitive skin	140–170 GSM
Poly-viscose with stretch (TRS)	Soft, drapes well, moves with you	Well, at moderate temperatures	Doctors, consultants, private hospitals	170–200 GSM
100% polyester microfibre	Smooth, quick-drying, can feel warm	Very well	Budget orders, support staff	120–160 GSM

In most cases, a hospital gets the best value from poly-cotton for most staff and a stretch blend for doctors. Both can be made in the same colour family.

The laundry test every scrub fabric must pass.

Hospital scrubs are washed far hotter and far more often than home clothes. UK hospital laundry guidance (HTM 01-04), which many hospitals follow, uses thermal disinfection at 65°C for 10 minutes or 71°C for 3 minutes. Cheap fabric shrinks, fades, or pills within weeks at those temperatures.

Before approving a bulk order:

1. Ask for the colourfastness rating. Look for ISO 105-C06 (colourfastness to washing) at 4 or above.
2. Wash a sample 20 times in your own laundry, then compare it with an unwashed piece for shade, shrinkage and pilling.
3. Check the seams after washing. Puckered or split seams mean poor thread or stitching.

Antimicrobial and fluid-resistant finishes: what they actually do

These finishes are useful, but they’re often oversold.

• Antimicrobial finish (for example, le silver-ion treatments) reduces bacteria and odour building up on the fabric between washes. It does not prevent infections, and it doesn’t replace hand hygiene or protective gowns. The treatment also wears off over time, so ask how many washes it’s rated for.
• Fluid-resistant finish makes splashes bead and roll off instead of soaking in. That’s helpful in OPD and emergency. It isn’t a barrier against blood or body fluids, though. Where staff need real protection, use certified protective gowns. In the U, S these are rated under AAMI PB70, levels 1 to 4.

Our advice: pay for these finishes where staff are exposed to splashes, and stick with good poly-cotton everywhere else.

Colour coding by department

Colour coding helps patients see who they’re speaking to, and helps managers spot staff outside their area. There’s no national standard in Pakistan, so each hospital sets its own. Here’s a common starting point:

Role	Common colour choice
Doctors and consultants	Navy, wine or charcoal
Nurses	Ceiling blue, teal or white
Operation theatre	Green or royal blue
Lab and radiology	Grey or light blue
Housekeeping and support	Maroon, brown or grey

Keep the scheme to four or five colours, so staff can tell them apart easily. Order every colour from the same fabric quality, so all departments wear and wash the same way. For cleaning and support teams, see our housekeeping uniforms.

Lab coats, OT suits and patient gowns

• Doctor lab coats: poly-cotton twill at 180–220 GSM, knee-length, with three pockets and a pen slot. Choose buttons or snaps that survive hot washing.
• OT suits: a V-neck top and drawstring trousers in a cotton-rich or poly-cotton fabric. Plain styling with no loose trims, and a colour that’s different from ward scrubs.
• Patient gowns: soft poly-cotton with back ties, plus shoulder snaps for easy access to IV lines and monitoring. Order extra, because gowns go through the laundry fastest.

Sizing and branding for a mixed team

Hospital teams range from slim junior nurses to senior consultants, so one cut rarely fits everyone. Offer two fits, a straight unisex cut and a fitted cut, in sizes XS to 3XL. Ask your supplier for a size set, so staff can try on before you finalise the size breakdown.

Branding should be neat and wash-proof. Embroider the hospital logo on the left chest and the staff name or department above the pocket. Embroidery outlasts printing in hot washes. Keep the same logo size and position across every department.

Procurement checklist for hospital uniforms

• Fabric blend and GSM stated on the quote for each item
• Colourfastness rating checked (ISO 105-C06, 4 or above)
• Sample washed 20 times in your own laundry
• Colour scheme agreed for each department
• Antimicrobial or fluid-resistant finish only where it’s needed, with its wash rating
• Size set tried on, and size breakdown confirmed
• Logo and name embroidery approved on a sample
• Re-order terms agreed, so new staff get the same shade

If you’re comparing suppliers, see how we work as hospital uniform manufacturers in Pakistan, or read about our uniform factory in Rawalpindi.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best fabric for medical scrubs in Pakistan’s climate?

A 65/35 poly-cotton at 150–180 GSM suits most hospitals. It stays comfortable in heat, survives hot laundry, and keeps its colour. For doctors who want a softer, modern fit, choose a poly-viscose stretch blend.

Do antimicrobial scrubs prevent infections?

No. An antimicrobial finish reduces bacteria and odour on the fabric between washes, but it isn’t protective equipment. Hand hygiene, proper laundering, and certified gowns are still what protect staff and patients.

Can you embroider our hospital logo and staff names?

Yes. We embroider hospital logos, department names, and staff names on scrubs and lab coats. A sample comes first for your approval, then every bulk piece is matched to it.

What is the minimum order for hospital uniforms?

At Saad Enterprises, bulk orders usually start from 30–50 sets per design. The exact minimum depends on the garment, fabric, and branding, and we confirm it on your quote.

Get a free hospital uniform quote.

Tell us the departments, the number of staff, and the items you need: scrubs, lab coat suits, patient gowns. We’ll send fabric swatches and a bulk price.

WhatsApp: +92 331 5050974 · Visit: our factory on IJP Road, opposite I-10, Rawalpindi · Or: use our contact page

Saad Enterprises is one of the uniform suppliers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi with its own factory, serving organisations from Blue Area offices and I-9 factories to schools in Satellite Town and hotels in Murree. We supply directly from our own factory on IJP Road, right on the border of the two cities, and from our Islamabad office in Blue Area.

That means one supplier for every department’s uniform, at wholesale factory rates, with fabric samples brought to your office and delivery anywhere in the twin cities.

What our twin cities supply service includes:

• Fabric samples at your office, so your team can see and feel options before deciding.
• Wholesale pricing direct from the factory, with no trader in between.
• One supplier for all departments: office staff, guards, housekeeping, kitchen, and field teams.
• Re-orders that match, with your approved shades and size charts kept on file.
• Delivery anywhere in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, packed by branch, department, or employee.

Areas we supply in Rawalpindi and Islamabad

City	Areas we regularly supply
Islamabad	Blue Area, F-6 to F-11, G-sectors, E-11, I-8, the I-9 and I-10 industrial areas, H-sectors, Gulberg Greens, DHA Islamabad and Bahria Town
Rawalpindi	Saddar, Raja Bazaar, Satellite Town, Commercial Market, Chaklala, Westridge, Peshawar Road, Adyala Road, Khayaban-e-Sir Syed and the IJP Road corridor
Industrial zones	Rawat Industrial Estate, the Kahuta Road corridor, and the I-9 and I-10 industrial areas
Nearby	Wah Cantt, Taxila, Gujar Khan, and hotels in Murree and the Galiyat

Our factory sits on IJP Road, opposite I-10, between the two cities, so we reach offices and sites on both sides quickly. Our Islamabad office in Blue Area serves corporate clients in the city centre.

Outside the twin cities, we deliver across Pakistan and have a third office in Faisalabad.

Who we supply across the twin cities

Corporate offices and IT companies

Offices in Blue Area, the F and G sectors, and Gulberg Greens order branded polo shirts, formal shirts and pant coats for reception, sales and support teams. See our corporate uniforms.

Schools, colleges and school networks

We supply summer and winter uniforms, blazers, sweaters and PE kits to schools across Rawalpindi and Islamabad, including school networks with several campuses. See our school and college uniforms.

Hospitals, clinics and labs

Scrubs, lab coats, nurse uniforms and patient gowns for hospitals and diagnostic labs in both cities, colour-coded by department. See our hospital and medical uniforms.

Hotels, restaurants and Murree resorts

Front-desk wear, chef coats and waiter uniforms for restaurants in F-7 and Saddar, and for hotels from Islamabad to Murree. See our hotel and restaurant uniforms.

Security companies and housing societies

Guard uniforms, jackets and caps for security companies, banks and housing societies in areas like Bahria Town and DHA. See our security uniforms.

Factories, construction and facility management

Work shirts, trousers, coveralls and hi-vis vests for factories in I-9, I-10 and Rawat, plus housekeeping uniforms for cleaning and facility teams. See our industrial workwear.

How our supply service works

1. Samples at your office

Tell us what you need and where you are. Our team brings fabric swatches and sample garments to your office in Rawalpindi or Islamabad, so the people who’ll wear the uniform can see and try them. You can also visit our factory on IJP Road.

2. Wholesale pricing direct from the factory

You get a written quote with the fabric, GSM, branding method, and a per-piece price. The more pieces you order, the lower that price. Because we make the uniforms ourselves, there’s no trader’s margin built in.

3. Annual and seasonal uniform programmes

Many organisations order twice a year: summer uniforms before April, and winter sweaters, blazers and jackets before November. We keep your approved shades, logos and size charts on file, so new joiners and replacement pieces match the rest of the team.

4. Packed for every branch and department

For organisations with several offices, campuses or sites, we pack orders by branch, department or employee name, with a list for each delivery. It saves your admin team hours of sorting.

5. Delivery across the twin cities

We deliver to your office or site anywhere in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. You can also collect from our factory on IJP Road or our Islamabad office in Blue Area.

Checklist for choosing uniform suppliers in Islamabad and Rawalpindi

Whether you run procurement for an office, a school network, or a hospital, check these points before you sign:

• They are the manufacturer, or work directly with one. Ask where the uniforms are stitched.
• The quote is in writing, with the fabric, GSM, branding method, and per-piece price.
• A sample with your logo is approved before bulk production starts.
• Size sets are available for staff or students to try.
• The delivery date is agreed and works for your session or joining date.
• Packing and labelling by branch or department is agreed upon if you need it.
• Re-order terms are clear, so next year’s uniforms match this year’s.
• There’s a local contact you can call or visit in Rawalpindi or Islamabad.

Want to see where your uniforms will be made? Learn about our factory and production process on our page for uniform manufacturers in Rawalpindi.

Frequently asked questions

Do you supply uniforms in Islamabad as well as Rawalpindi?

Yes. We supply organisations across both cities from our factory on IJP Road, opposite I-10, and our Islamabad office in Blue Area. We deliver to your office or site, or you can collect from either location.

Can your team bring fabric samples to our office?

Yes. Share your address and what you need, and our team will bring fabric swatches and sample garments to your office in Rawalpindi or Islamabad.

What is the minimum order for wholesale uniforms?

Bulk orders usually start from 30–50 sets per design. The exact minimum depends on the garment, fabric, and branding method, and we confirm it on your quote.

Can one order cover several branches or departments?

Yes. We make the whole order together, then pack it by branch, department, or employee name, with a delivery list for each location.

Get a free wholesale uniform quote

Tell us your organisation, the uniforms you need, quantities, and your location in the twin cities. We’ll arrange samples and send a wholesale quote.

WhatsApp: +92 331 5050974 · Call: +92 334 7505858 · Or: use our contact page

Looking for uniform manufacturers in Rawalpindi who actually make the garments? Saad Enterprises is a custom uniform factory on IJP Road, opposite I-10, Rawalpindi. We cut, stitch, embroider, and print uniforms under one roof for schools, offices, hospitals, hotels, security companies, and factories.

Our factory at a glance

Location	House No. 5-A, Sector 4-A, Khayaban-e-Sir Syed, IJP Road (near Shell Petrol Pump, opposite I-10), Rawalpindi 46300
What we make	School, corporate, medical, hospitality, security, industrial, and sports uniforms, plus T-shirts, hoodies, caps and bags
Branding in-house	Computerised embroidery, screen printing, DTF printing and sublimation
Minimum order	Usually 30–50 sets per design
Samples	Fabric swatches and a pre-production sample before every bulk order
Delivery	Across Pakistan, or collect from Rawalpindi, Islamabad, or Faisalabad
Contact	Call or WhatsApp +92 331 5050974 · +92 334 7505858

Uniforms we manufacture in Rawalpindi

School and college uniforms

Shirts, trousers, skirts, shalwar kameez, blazers, sweaters, ties and PE kits, made in your school colours with an embroidered crest. We keep your approved shade and size chart on file, so every new session matches the last. See how we work as school uniform manufacturers in Pakistan.

Corporate and office uniforms

Branded polo shirts, formal shirts, trousers, waistcoats and pant coats for front desk, sales and management teams, with your logo embroidered. See our corporate uniforms.

Hospital and medical uniforms

Scrubs, doctor lab coats, nurse uniforms, OT suits and patient gowns in fabrics that survive hot hospital laundry. See our hospital and medical uniforms.

Hotel and restaurant uniforms

Chef coats, waiter uniforms, aprons, front-desk wear and housekeeping uniforms, designed as one look for your property. See all hotel and restaurant uniforms.

Industrial, construction and security uniforms

Heavy-duty work shirts and trousers, coveralls, hi-vis vests and security guard uniforms, with reinforced stitching where workers need it most. See our industrial workwear.

Sports, T-shirts and promotional wear

Team kits and tracksuits, custom T-shirts and polos, hoodies, caps and tote bags for events and campaigns. See our sports uniforms.

Inside our Rawalpindi factory

Every order moves through the same six stages under one roof. Nothing is handed to an outside workshop, which is how we keep quality and timing under control.

1. Fabric checking: each roll is checked for shade, weight (GSM), and faults before cutting.
2. Pattern and cutting: garments are cut to graded size patterns, so a size 38 shirt in this order fits like the size 38 in your last one.
3. Stitching: skilled tailors stitch each garment type on the machines it needs, from single and double needle to overlock and bar-tack.
4. Embroidery and printing: logos are embroidered on computerised multi-head machines, or printed by screen, DTF, or sublimation.
5. Quality check: pieces are measured against the size chart and checked against your approved sample.
6. Finishing and packing: pressing, folding and packing by size, department or employee name, as you need.

Quality standards we build in

• Reinforced stress points: bar-tacks at pocket corners, belt loops and flies, and double-needle seams on workwear and school trousers.
• Consistent shades: we match each bulk batch to your approved swatch, and keep that swatch for re-orders.
• Accurate sizing: we measure against your size chart and offer size sets, so staff or students can try sizes before you order.
• Durable branding: embroidery is digitised for your fabric, so logos stay flat and neat after washing.
• Clean finishing: loose threads trimmed, buttons secured, and every piece pressed before packing.

Fabrics we work with

Fabric	Used for	Typical weight
65/35 poly-cotton poplin	School and office shirts, waiter shirts	110–135 GSM
Poly-cotton or cotton twill	Work trousers, coveralls, chef coats, lab coats	180–260 GSM
Poly-viscose suiting	Trousers, waistcoats, blazers, pant coats	220–320 GSM
Cotton pique	Polo shirts for staff	180–220 GSM
Cotton and CVC jersey	T-shirts	160–200 GSM
Fleece and French terry	Hoodies and sweatshirts	280–380 GSM
Polyester interlock and mesh	Sports kits and sublimated jerseys	130–180 GSM

Every quote states the fabric and GSM in writing, so you can compare like with like. For deeper guides, read our articles on the best fabric for medical scrubs and the best fabric for chef coats and restaurant uniforms.

Factory-direct or bazaar trader: what’s the difference?

Many uniform shops in Raja Bazaar and Saddar buy from workshops and resell. That works for a few pieces, but bulk buyers notice the difference:

	Uniform factory (manufacturer)	Shop or trader
Price	Factory rate, with no middleman margin	Includes the reseller’s margin
Samples	A pre-production sample with your logo	Usually off-the-shelf pieces only
Re-orders	Same fabric, shade and size chart on file	Depends on what stock is available
Customisation	Your design, colours and logo	Limited to the styles in stock
Branding	Embroidery and printing done in-house	Often sent out to another workshop
Accountability	One party responsible from cutting to delivery	Responsibility is split between shop and workshop

How to order from our factory

1. Send your requirements: garment type, quantity, sizes, colours, and your logo, on WhatsApp or through our contact page.
2. Get swatches and a quote: fabric, GSM, branding method, and price, all in writing.
3. Approve a sample: we make a pre-production sample with your logo for you to check.
4. Bulk production: cutting, stitching, branding, and quality checks against your sample.
5. Delivery or collection: packed by size, department or name, and delivered or collected.

Visit the factory

You’re welcome to visit before you order. You can see the fabrics, check stitching on finished garments, and meet the team who’ll make your uniforms.

Address: House No. 5-A, Sector 4-A, Khayaban-e-Sir Syed, IJP Road, Rawalpindi 46300. It’s near the Shell petrol pump, opposite I-10, on the border between Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

WhatsApp us before you come at +92 331 5050974, so the right person is there to meet you.

If your organisation is in Islamabad or elsewhere in Rawalpindi, see how our uniform suppliers in Rawalpindi and Islamabad bring samples to your office and deliver across the twin cities.

Frequently asked questions

Are you a uniform manufacturer or a supplier?

We’re the manufacturer. Saad Enterprises cuts, stitches, embroiders, and prints uniforms in its own factory on IJP Road, Rawalpindi, and supplies them directly to schools, companies, hospitals, hotels, and factories.

What is the minimum order for custom uniforms?

Bulk orders usually start from 30–50 sets per design. The exact minimum depends on the garment, fabric, and branding method, and we confirm it in your quote.

Can we visit your factory in Rawalpindi?

Yes. Our factory is on IJP Road, opposite I-10. WhatsApp us at +92 331 5050974 to set a time, and we’ll show you fabrics, finished samples, and the production floor.

Do you make uniforms for organisations outside Rawalpindi?

Yes. We supply organisations across Islamabad and the rest of Pakistan. You can collect from our Rawalpindi factory or our offices in Islamabad and Faisalabad, or we deliver to you.

Get a free bulk uniform quote.

Tell us what you need: the garments, quantities, sizes, and your logo. We’ll reply with fabric options, a sample plan, and factory-direct pricing.

WhatsApp: +92 331 5050974 · Visit: IJP Road, opposite I-10, Rawalpindi · Or: use our contact page