Custom caps: 5-panel or 6-panel?
The front of the cap decides how your logo looks. Here's the difference, and which one I recommend.
The difference is at the front. A 6-panel cap has two front pieces joined by a seam down the centre. A 5-panel cap has one single front piece, smooth and seamless.
And that's exactly where the logo goes, in the centre. On a 6-panel cap the seam runs through the middle of the logo and cuts it. On a 5-panel cap the logo is printed on one continuous surface and stays whole.
That's why, for caps with your logo, I recommend the 5-panel cap. Tell me about your design and how many caps you need.
Comparison
5-panel or 6-panel
| 5-panel | 6-panel | |
|---|---|---|
| Front | One single piece, no seam | Two pieces with a centre seam |
| The logo in the centre | Stays whole, with no cuts | The seam splits it in two |
| For printing your logo | Recommended | Not recommended |
The exact shape and height depend on each model; what always changes is the centre seam.
The logo and the seam
What happens if the logo goes over the seam?
6-panel: the logo gets split
The centre seam is a small ridge right in the middle of the cap. When you print over it, the logo can't lie flat: it's split in two, the halves don't line up and whatever falls on the seam is lost.
5-panel: the logo stays whole
The front is one single smooth piece. The logo is printed in one go, centred, with no seam running through it.
Before you order
Other details that change the result
Your logo, in the centre
On a 5-panel cap the logo sits centred on the front panel, with nothing cutting through it. It works just as well with a round logo, a wide one, horizontal text or a patch.
The fabric
Heavy cotton (twill or canvas) is sturdy and stands up well to daily wear. Technical polyester or nylon is lighter and dries faster, ideal for sport. A mesh back (trucker style) lets air through, which you'll appreciate in the Canary Islands heat.
The closure
If the caps are for a group with different head sizes (a team, an event, your staff), an adjustable closure at the back is the most practical option.
The use
For your business uniform, an event or your clothing brand, the 5-panel cap works for everything: the logo always stays clean in the centre.
Indicative prices
How much it costs
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Set-up (paid only once) | €10 |
| Printing, per cap | €6 |
Example: 10 caps the first time = €10 set-up + €60 printing = €70 (caps not included).
For up to 10 caps, you bring them. For more than 10, ask me for a quote.
Final price, tax-exempt. Printing only, collected in the shop. Design is quoted separately. Updated October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does cap printing cost?
For up to 10 caps, which you bring: €10 set-up (only once) and €6 per cap. For example, 10 caps the first time cost €70, caps not included.
Which is better, a 5-panel or a 6-panel cap?
For printing a logo, the 5-panel cap: the front is smooth and the logo stays whole. On a 6-panel cap the centre seam runs right where the logo goes.
Can I put a logo in the centre of a 6-panel cap?
You can, but I don't recommend it: the centre seam forms a ridge and the logo gets split in two, with the halves out of line. That's why I recommend the 5-panel cap.
Is a 6-panel cap bigger than a 5-panel cap?
Not necessarily. The number of panels doesn't decide the size: crown height and fit depend on each model.
My logo is very wide. Will it fit?
Yes. On a 5-panel cap the front is one single smooth surface, so your logo is shown whole, without any cuts.