{"title":"Cords and Drawstrings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCords for clothing – function and style in one\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCords for clothing do a practical job – they tighten, tie and adjust – but at the same time they are a visible element that shapes the look of the product. The drawstring in a sweatshirt hood, the waist of joggers or the opening of a backpack is often the first thing the customer touches. That is why the choice of material, thickness and colour matters both for function and for how the brand is perceived.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolkom, a manufacturer and wholesaler of garment accessories, supplies cords to manufacturers of clothing, sports equipment, bags and packaging across the EU – from stock or made to order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypes of cord\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRound cords\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBraided round cords with a circular cross-section – for backpacks, bags, hoods, track pants and packaging. They thread easily through eyelets and cord stoppers and glide smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlat cords\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlat (tape-style) cords – for sweatshirt hoods and the waists of joggers and shorts. They lie flat, do not twist and look cleaner on the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCords with a core\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCords with an inner core are denser and hold their shape – suitable for bags, outdoor equipment and products under heavier load.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ehoods on sweatshirts, jackets and anoraks;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ewaists of joggers, shorts, nightwear and swimwear;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eadjustable hems on jackets and windbreakers;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ebackpacks, gym bags and drawstring pouches;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003egift and promotional packaging;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ehanger loops, hang tags and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and thicknesses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epolyester\u003c\/strong\u003e – strong, colourfast, suitable for sportswear and bags;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecotton\u003c\/strong\u003e – soft, with a natural look, for casualwear and childrenswear;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epolypropylene\u003c\/strong\u003e – light and moisture-resistant, for packaging and technical applications;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblended and elastic versions\u003c\/strong\u003e – when some stretch is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThicknesses range from thin cords of around 2–3 mm for packaging and pouches to dense cords of 8–10 mm and more for backpacks and outdoor products. When choosing, match the thickness to the eyelet or buttonhole opening the cord will pass through and to the load – for backpacks and bags that carry weight, a polyester cord with a core is better. If you send us the eyelet size, we will suggest a suitable diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eColours, cord ends and complete sets\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCords are available in solid, marl and multicolour versions, and on request we dye to Pantone to match the fabric. For a finished look, the cord is usually combined with metal or plastic cord ends, cord stoppers and eyelets. You will find these in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eaccessories\u003c\/a\u003e section and can order them together with the cords – we will check that the diameters are compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for an elastic cord for loops or face masks, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/elastics\"\u003eelastics\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Polkom\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eround and flat cords in various materials and thicknesses;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePantone colour matching and fast sampling;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ecomplete sets with cord ends, cord stoppers and eyelets;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003edelivery across the EU.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to order cords\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSend us the type (round or flat), thickness, material, colour, cut length (if needed) and approximate quantity. We prepare a sample before the run. Minimum quantities depend on the article – send an enquiry via the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contacts\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/haberdashery\"\u003ehaberdashery\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/6820\/0284\/collections\/shnurove-kategoria.webp?v=1791482156","url":"https:\/\/polkom.com\/en\/collections\/cords.oembed","provider":"Polkom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}