Walk into any contractor's office, HVAC van, or real estate closing in Cypress and you'll see it: the Richardson 112 Pro Trucker hat. There's a reason this hat dominates the custom embroidery market in Houston—and it's not marketing. It's simple: the Richardson 112 is the best hat for embroidery, period.
At Bayou Banners & Prints, we've been embroidering custom hats in Cypress since 2020. We've stitched on everything from cheap imported caps to high-end fitted hats. Here's our honest take on why the Richardson 112 is worth the investment for your business.
What Makes the Richardson 112 Different?
The Richardson 112 is a mid-profile, structured trucker hat. That "structured" part is key for embroidery. The front panels are backed with buckram (a stiff fabric liner) that holds your logo perfectly flat during the stitching process. Cheaper hats use flimsy fronts that pucker and distort when the needle punches through.
Key specifications of the Richardson 112:
- Crown: Structured, mid-profile
- Brim: Pre-curved
- Closure: Plastic snapback
- Front panels: 65% polyester / 35% cotton
- Back panels: Mesh for breathability
- Colorways: 50+ standard combinations
Why Houston Businesses Love Richardson 112
50+ Colorways to Match Your Brand
This is where Richardson really shines. Most hat brands offer 10-15 color combinations. Richardson offers over 50. Navy front with white mesh. Black with charcoal. Heather grey with maroon. You can almost always find a combination that matches your company colors exactly.
We keep the most popular colorways in stock at our Cypress shop:
- Black/White
- Navy/White
- Charcoal/White
- Heather Grey/Black
- White/Black
- Loden/Black (surprisingly popular with contractors)
Flat Embroidery vs. 3D Puff
The Richardson 112's structured front panel supports both flat embroidery and 3D puff embroidery. Here's the difference:
Flat embroidery: Thread stitched directly onto the fabric. Clean, professional, classic look. Works well for detailed logos, text, and smaller designs. This is what most corporate clients choose.
3D puff embroidery: Foam is placed under the stitches before embroidering, creating a raised, bold effect. Popular for sports teams, bold logos, and text. Makes a statement but adds to the cost.
We recommend flat embroidery for most Cypress businesses. It's less expensive, works with any logo complexity, and holds up better over thousands of washes. Save the 3D puff for bold, simple designs where you want that premium look.
Who Orders Richardson 112 Hats in Cypress?
Contractors and Trades
HVAC companies, plumbers, electricians, roofers—they're our biggest Richardson 112 customers. The hat is comfortable in Houston heat (that mesh back breathes), durable on job sites, and looks professional on service calls. Many contractors order 24-48 hats at a time: enough for their crew plus extras for customers who ask.
Real Estate Agents
Katy and Cypress realtors use embroidered Richardson 112s as closing gifts and open house giveaways. A nice hat with your brokerage logo is something clients actually wear—unlike another pen or notepad. We've seen agents build serious referral pipelines from clients wearing their branded hats around Bridgeland and Towne Lake.
Restaurants and Food Trucks
Kitchen staff and food truck crews need breathable hats. The Richardson 112's mesh back makes it comfortable during a shift, and the structured front keeps your logo looking sharp on camera for social media photos.
Sports Teams and Leagues
Youth baseball teams, adult rec leagues, and Cy-Fair school sports programs order Richardson 112s for players, coaches, and parents. We can embroider team names, numbers, and logos with flat or 3D puff depending on your preference.
How Much Do Custom Richardson 112 Hats Cost?
Every order is custom, so pricing depends on quantity, number of embroidery colors, and whether you want flat or 3D puff. Contact us at (281) 985-9997 for a quote—we'll have pricing back to you within 24 hours.
What's included:
- Richardson 112 hat in your choice of colorway
- Digitizing (one-time setup, we keep your file forever)
- Embroidery with Pantone thread color matching
- Quality inspection before delivery
No Minimum Order
Unlike many embroidery shops, we have no minimum order for custom embroidered hats. Need one hat for yourself? We can do it. Need 500 for a company-wide rollout? We can do that too. Pricing per hat drops significantly at higher quantities, but we'll never turn away a small order.
How to Order Custom Richardson 112 Hats
Here's our process:
- Send your logo: Email info@bayoubanners.net with your logo file (vector AI/EPS preferred, high-res PNG works)
- Choose your colorway: Pick from 50+ Richardson 112 color combinations
- Approve the proof: We'll send a digital mockup showing exactly how your logo will look
- We embroider: Standard turnaround is 5-7 business days
- Pick up or ship: Stop by our Cypress shop or we'll ship anywhere
Already have a logo digitized? Even faster. Just send us the .dst file and we can skip the digitizing step.
Beyond the Richardson 112
While the Richardson 112 is our most popular hat, we're authorized to order the full Richardson lineup:
- Richardson 110 FlexFit: Stretch fit for a more tailored look
- Richardson 115 Low Pro Trucker: Relaxed profile, less structured
- Richardson 112P Print: Patterned front panels (camo, heather, etc.)
- Richardson 111 Garment-Washed: Vintage/worn-in look
We also offer embroidery on other apparel including polos, jackets, and uniforms. Many Cypress businesses order coordinated packages: Richardson 112 hats plus embroidered polos for their team.
Visit Our Cypress Shop
Want to see and feel the Richardson 112 before ordering? Stop by our shop at 15926 Cypress North Houston Rd #250. We keep samples of popular colorways on hand, and you can see the embroidery quality in person. We're open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.
Ready to order? Call (281) 985-9997 or email info@bayoubanners.net. We'll have your quote ready within 24 hours.