{"title":"Herringbone Tape","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHerringbone tape – strength and a classic look\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHerringbone tape (also known as herringbone twill tape) is recognisable by its characteristic weave pattern – diagonal lines that change direction to form a zigzag resembling a fish skeleton. This structure makes the tape strong, stable lengthwise and practically non-stretch, while remaining flexible and easy to sew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThat is why herringbone tape is favoured in garment making for functional tasks – reinforcing, shaping and finishing – but it is increasingly used as a visible decorative element on workwear, aprons, bags and home textiles too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003ereinforcing shoulder seams, necklines and edges that must not stretch;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eedge binding and inside seam finishing in jackets and trousers;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ehanger loops for garments, towels and aprons;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eties for aprons, bags and cushions;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ehandles for textile bags and totes;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003emarking and labelling in production and packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials: cotton, polyester or blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHerringbone tape is made from cotton, polyester or a combination of the two, depending on the product requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecotton\u003c\/strong\u003e – natural matt look, soft handle, suitable for home textiles, aprons and eco products;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epolyester\u003c\/strong\u003e – higher strength, colourfastness and wear resistance, suitable for workwear and bags;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e – a balance between natural look and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWidths from 3 to 100 mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e3–10 mm – fine reinforcement, hanger loops, small accessories;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e15–30 mm – the most used widths in textile production;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e40–60 mm – bag handles and trims, belts, technical products;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e70–100 mm – wide handles, straps and special applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eColours and logo tape\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBesides natural, white and black, herringbone tape can be dyed in virtually any shade – to Pantone, to a sample or to the client's corporate standard. On request, we print a logo or lettering on it, making it suitable for branded hanger loops, bag handles and packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHerringbone or another tape?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen the tape has to carry a load and must not stretch, herringbone is the most practical choice. For a visible trim with a matt, ribbed look, see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grosgrain-ribbon\"\u003egrosgrain ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e, and for glossy decorative details, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/satin-ribbons\"\u003esatin ribbon\u003c\/a\u003e. You will find a full comparison in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/tapes\"\u003eribbons and tapes\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Polkom\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eherringbone tape in cotton, polyester or blends;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ewidths from 3 to 100 mm, including non-standard widths;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePantone dyeing and logo printing;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003efast sampling before bulk production;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003edelivery to customers in every EU country.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tape can be ordered together with other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/haberdashery\"\u003ehaberdashery\u003c\/a\u003e – elastics, cords and hook and loop – in a single delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWholesale orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolkom supplies herringbone tape to manufacturers of clothing, bags and home textiles across the EU. Send us the material, width, colour and approximate quantity; for custom-design orders we prepare a sample first. Minimum quantities depend on the article – send an enquiry via the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/contacts\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e or at info@polkom.com.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1050\/6820\/0284\/collections\/lenta-ribena-kost-kategoria.webp?v=1791482072","url":"https:\/\/polkom.com\/en\/collections\/herringbone-tape.oembed","provider":"Polkom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}