Since the ancient times of the invention of navigation, humanity has known such a thing as eyelets, which have become an integral attribute of sails used by sailors. Externally, this device consists of two rings of equal diameter, fixed into a hole in the target material and serving to strengthen and hold the entire structure on the base.
Eyelets are the basic method of attaching awning canvases
Where are they used?
There are several areas of activity in which eyelets are often used.
Outerwear production
Most often, such elements are used to create outerwear. In clothing production, such eyelets are used to decorate products and give them a unique look. Such details can often be seen on modern models:
- raincoats;
- sheepskin coat;
- windbreaker;
- jackets;
- winter coats
Shoe making
Many manufacturers use eyelets when creating shoes. In this case, only high-quality and durable components made of durable steel metal are used. Their surface is coated with nickel or copper. This protective coating protects the metal from the formation and spread of corrosion.
Release of home furnishings products
Often lumpen people can be seen on home furnishing products, which are found in almost every home. These elements are found on some types of curtains or curtains. They are also added when making lambrequins or curtains. In this case, simple steel parts are used that do not have a protective coating.
Tourist and holiday destinations
Such components are often used to create country or tourism products. For example, they are used during the production of textile canopies. Grommets are also found in most modern tents used in the tourism industry. In the manufacture of canopies and tents, high-strength steel parts are used.
In commercial activities
Eyelets are considered common parts that are used in commercial activities. Many manufacturers make them and then sell them separately. Most often they are purchased to be used to replace broken elements.
Manufacturing of shipping products
Few people know, but eyelets are often used in the creation of shipping products. Most often, such rings are used to create sails for ships. In this case, large and large parts are used that would withstand the load from strong gusts of wind.
In office and printing
Another area of activity in which eyelets are regularly used is printing and office work. Metal products are used to create calendars, notebooks, and books. They are sometimes found in decorative gift wrappers.
What other fastenings exist, besides grommets for awnings?
The performance characteristics of automobile and construction awnings, household tents, banners, etc. depend not only on the properties of the fabric from which the product is made, but also on the quality of the fittings used, among the wide variety of which we highlight the following elements:
Rivets for awnings
Blind rivets are widely used both in the manufacture of household awnings and canopies, and in elements of clothing and footwear. The choice of material for these fixtures depends on the material of the parts being fastened and the environment in which the fastener will be used. A separate operation of painting the rivet is also allowed, so choosing fittings that match the color of the main product is not particularly difficult.
All materials from which rivets are made are regulated by GOST and can be as follows:
- Duralumin with or without coating (anodized, varnished).
- Cink Steel.
- Stainless steels (A2, A4, or imported analogues: DIN 7337).
- Copper.
- Copper-nickel alloy monel. Contains 70% nickel, 30% copper.
- Polyamide Plastic that is widely used in the textile industry.
When selecting material for fastening, you should avoid the possible occurrence of so-called galvanic couples between the fastening elements, hardware and the fastened part, as well as the fastened parts among themselves. For example, when aluminum and steel come into contact, very rapid oxidation of the former occurs and, as a consequence, its destruction. Therefore, for fastening steel parts, it is better to use rivets made of stainless steel grades A2, A4 or DIN 7337. Galvanized steel for rivets is used less frequently, since the zinc coating wears out quite quickly.
The most universal hardware is a copper (copper alloy) rivet. The main disadvantage of copper is its price, as well as the formation of a green coating (copper oxide) on the surface of the fastener over time. To be fair, it should be noted that the oxidation of copper rivets does not affect the fastening strength in any way. Polyamide does not create galvanic couples, but also cannot provide high fastener strength.
Hooks for awnings
Even such a simple element of awning accessories at first glance, like a hook for securing the awning, has its own specific technological features. The most common are galvanized devices for fastening awnings with two or more holes. The standard shape is round, oval or S-shaped, and the sizes vary greatly.
Recently, plastic hooks have become especially popular. Most of them have a flattened (flat) shape and two holes for fastening. Their price is lower than iron ones, but their service life is also much shorter.
What it is?
In the modern world, the use of eyelets has expanded many times, and they can be used:
- in the production of banners for outdoor advertising;
- for tarpaulin awnings;
- in tents for tourism;
- in the manufacture of awnings for cars;
- in clothes and shoes;
- in the manufacture of curtains;
- in accessories and much more.
At their core, eyelets are the edging of a hole, embedded in the material, serving to strengthen it and allowing cables, ropes, harnesses and other guides to be passed through them without causing mechanical damage to the material during use.
The awning can be secured with eyelets using a cord passed through the holes
Or with a strap passed through the staples
In designs that require quick and convenient assembly, eyelets with swivel brackets are used
Eyelets for an awning allow you to give the entire structure the necessary shape and tension, which distinguishes them from other fastenings.
The main characteristics that eyelets have are the following:
- Diameter that must match the hole in the material.
Depending on the material from which the eyelets are made, they can be divided into two types:
Plastic eyelets are secured by soldering two halves using special equipment
Undoubtedly, metal eyelets are more practical and reliable, because they are less susceptible to deformation under constant physical stress, and their installation does not require special devices, as for plastic ones.
Metal eyelets are most often made galvanized or nickel-plated
Tips for installing grommets on a canvas awning
For awnings, linings are selected from a high-strength plasticized mixture. The surface of the parts must be nickel-plated or galvanized. In this case, installation can be carried out using professional equipment. The unit for welding two parts of the lining is best suited for these purposes. The machine guarantees fast and high-quality soldering. For installation on a tarpaulin awning, flaring and a punch are used. A separate roller is provided for each grommet option. But besides them, you can use a compact hand press. In this case, the need for impact force will disappear, and ordinary compression will suffice. In addition, the press comes complete with attachments and settings for the type and size of eyelet parts. The implementation of this installation method does not require physical strength or skills. The listed fixation methods can be used when installing street advertising banners.
How to Prepare a Tarp
First, select an awning of the required thickness and size. Next, we prepare the tools: a hammer, a punch, a marker, a pencil, a ruler - the devices necessary for punching holes. Using a ruler and pencil, we determine and immediately mark the places where we will subsequently install the eyelets. The size of the marks should be equal to the diameter of the ring. We apply everything evenly, making sure that the distances between adjacent elements correspond to the same value. After this, we take a hammer with a punch and begin to form openings in the tarpaulin according to the drawn marks. You should immediately decide on the distance from the edges, as well as the height of the placement of the overlays, so as not to cut out unnecessary holes. Before breaking through, we fold the awning in half for greater reliability of future fastening. Before creating the openings, we place a wooden board under the tarpaulin to absorb the impact of the hammer on the punch.
DIY sewing
Ready-made models are sold, but you can sew them yourself. Sewing will not take much time and will not be a huge task.
Step-by-step instruction
When purchasing rings, you need to focus on the color of the fabric. If you select decorative elements, for example, tiebacks, then you need to focus on them. In special kits to complete the installation on the cornice, there are not only eyelets, but also clips, tiebacks, and pins.
You need to choose natural materials, high quality and durable.
Installation will not be difficult. You can also string them onto your own curtains. Count a certain number of rings. Compare with the width of the material. The number is divided by the length of the canvas. The distance is from 15 to 25 cm.
Important! Sealing tape must be used when installing elements. Fabrics for sewing:
Fabrics for sewing:
- thick curtains;
- elegant;
- tulle;
- velvet, velor, wool.
Thick curtain fabric is most often selected for the living room or bedroom. Velvet and velor are combined with the style of the room. Light linen fabrics are more suitable for the kitchen. They do not absorb odors and do not fade in the sun.
When choosing fabric, you don’t need to skimp on the material. Take this into account for the top allowance when hemming. Leave a margin at the bottom, as it should not hang down to the floor.
Important! Good tools make for a quality installation
The style, color, density or lightness of the fabric is selected at your discretion
But it is important that they fit harmoniously into the design of the room
Tools for work
- Hole puncher for creating holes.
- Small tailor's scissors.
- Forceps.
- Chalk or just soap.
- Centimeter.
- Iron or press.
- Sewing machine.
- Grommet tape.
Installation:
- It is necessary to process the side sections of the product.
- Marking is carried out along the width of the canvas. Keep in mind that you need to leave 2 cm from the edge and a little more for the seam allowance.
- The tape is ironed on the reverse side. Use gauze; delicate items require careful handling.
- Folding the seam allowance, sew on a sewing machine.
- Punching a hole in the fabric is done with scissors or punches.
- The excess material is cut out. Using the previously made marks, a crosswise cut is made.
- The diameter of the element should correspond to the cut made in the fabric.
- Eyelets are inserted. There is one piece on the wrong side, and a second piece on top. Excess threads are removed with scissors and protruding material is tucked in. The eyelets are pressed on both sides, and so on every detail.
The methods of attaching to the cornice are not limited to this. They hang it on a bar, use special clamps, and string it on a cornice or rope.
Eyelets combine practicality, ease of use, reliable design, and ensure the durability of the product. Suitable for all rooms, they are wear-resistant. Feel free to choose and combine curtains. Installation does not take much time. At the same time, the resulting design will delight you for many years.
Sometimes even changing one detail can change a room beyond recognition, and beautiful eyelet curtains may well be that.
Advantages and disadvantages of application
This is a functional device with obvious advantages. Firstly, they facilitate the process of putting on, taking off, and attaching. Eyelets also diversify and decorate the design, especially since models of different shapes have appeared. However, a round structure resists deformation best. The grommet is easy to use, so any type of work can be done quickly and without complications. This is a very useful and cheap part with a large distribution, and it is also easy to manufacture. Among the shortcomings, the first thing that appears is damage to the material that is being strengthened. A careless or sudden movement of the lace can cause the eyelet to fly out, at the same time damaging the integrity of the fabric. If we talk about use on curtains and tulles, metal parts make a lot of noise. The hinge fastening method is more convenient in this regard. A common problem is color deterioration, but this depends on the specific material.
Who invented the product?
Every person who wonders how to install grommets at home is interested in knowing where this product came from. There is no way to know for sure in what century the fortification was first used. But there is an industry of application: for sailing. The sails required strengthening of the edges so that the rigging of the entire vessel could be threaded through them.
Historically, the grommet came from sailing, where it is still used today as the main way to reinforce holes
Interesting. Rigging refers to all the elements of a ship that are used to control the sails.
The first rivets looked very simple. The edges of the sail, made of special fabric (cotton, etc.), were stitched with several ties of thick thread. The stitching methods were different: their choice largely depended on the required strength and durability of the structure. After the complete mastery of this technology, as well as at the dawn of the metallurgical industry, metal rings began to be used for rivets. The entire process of fastening them was reduced to manual installation, since at that time there was no specialized tool that would allow you to quickly and easily install a rivet. People made do with improvised means.
Various devices can be used to flare the edge of the grommet.
So why don't we learn from the experience of our ancestors? Next, a separate section of the article describes in detail how to install a grommet at home, without using a specialized tool.
Additional tips and tricks
To properly repair an awning, you need not only to follow the standard provisions of the instructions, but also to familiarize yourself with the list of additional recommendations. Among them are the following:
- As a patch, it is better to take fabric from the same material as the canvas itself. The patch should be strong with no frayed edges.
- Do not use tape on the damaged area, since this is an unreliable way to solve the problem. Only certain types of adhesive solutions are able to fix the patch.
- If you doubt your own capabilities, you can always contact a workshop where the integrity of the canvas will be restored. In addition, specialized services can repair even very large defects.
- If the fabric has come apart along the seam, then after sewing with nylon thread it is recommended to apply an additional layer of adhesive solution.
- When performing work, be sure to follow the instructions for using the adhesive composition and the basic rules for gluing the patch to the canvas. In particular, repairs cannot be carried out without first degreasing the surface, since without this the adhesion of the materials will deteriorate.
By following simple tips and recommendations, you will be able to carry out high-quality repair work and restore the condition of the canvas. If the wear is so severe that the awning tears repeatedly with minimal external influence, it is easier to replace the material.
Eyelets: history of appearance
The likely timing of the grommets' appearance remains unknown. It is known that this happened a very long time ago, perhaps during the times of Ancient Greece. Scientists do not know the language in which this word appeared, much less the inventor of this device. The appearance of the grommet is associated with the use of wind power, and the term itself refers to the hole in the sail for threading the fastening threads. In ancient times, this is how the rigging of a ship was formed. Nowadays, the term has expanded its meaning. Now this is an option for strengthening the edges of holes that are less strong than the cable passing through them.
The grommet is often used as a decorative device rather than a means to strengthen the material. Examples include linings in leather products, fiberboard, and foam board. A modern grommet is a mechanism made of a washer and a shaped sleeve. In this case, the material used is mainly metal or plastic.
Preliminary work
Preliminary preparation is important in any business to obtain a quality result. Before you think about how to make eyelets for curtains, you should:
- Make the necessary calculations.
- Buy material of the desired color for curtains and lining.
- Buy dublerin or grommet tape, eyelets. The width of the tape should be 2 centimeters larger than the outer diameter of the fastener.
- Find a flat surface to work on: you can work on the floor or use an ironing board.
Fabric yardage calculation
To calculate the required amount of fabric, you should find out the length of the cornice and determine the height of the finished product. The length of the cornice should be multiplied by a factor to give the product beautiful folds. The coefficient will be equal to:
- For light fabrics - 1.5.
- For dense materials - 2 or 2.5.
The calculation also includes material for side allowances (up to 15 cm), top and bottom allowances (at least 25 cm). The calculation looks something like this for a cornice length of 1.5 meters: 1.5 2 + 0.15 = 3.15 meters or 315 centimeters.
Counting the number of fasteners
To purchase the required number of fasteners, a preliminary calculation of materials should be carried out. To calculate the required number of eyelets, you need to measure the internal and external diameters of the fasteners, taking into account the standard properties:
- It is necessary to purchase an even number of eyelets.
- The rings should be attached at a distance of about 18 centimeters. The optimal distance for attaching them ranges from 15 to 20 centimeters. When using a double curtain rod, consider the distance between the rods so that the curtains do not touch.
- The distance between the side edge and the center of the first eyelet should be at least 7 centimeters. This parameter depends on the width of the hem and the outer diameter of the fastening. To securely fasten the fittings, you should place them so that the fasteners do not touch the seam.
Preparing fabric for cutting and finishing seams
The curtain is prepared in advance for installation of eyelets. Before installing the rings, you should:
- Decorate curtain fabric. This procedure is carried out by wetting, drying until damp, and ironing the fabric. After this treatment, the fabric does not shrink after washing.
- Sew on the lining and finish the seams.
The seams are processed in strict sequence. The top seam is treated first. The material is processed in compliance with the technology:
- The material is laid out on a flat surface.
- The wrong side is folded and ironed 2 cm.
- Another fold is made to fit the width of the grommet tape.
- Having released the width of the hem from the edges, lay the tape between the layers of fabric.
- The strip with tape is glued using an iron. Iron small sections of the tape until the sides are completely glued. Only after obtaining a high-quality result do they move on to the next section.
- The fabric is sewn along the edge of the lapel, departing 2 centimeters from the edge.
You can sew the side seams using a hem stitch. It is not necessary to use grommet tape - you can use regular curtain tape, after removing the tension cords from it. You can hem the bottom of the product after installing the eyelets at home in order to measure the desired length of the curtain to the floor. In order not to spoil the fabric due to lack of experience, you can carry out all the necessary work on a small piece of fabric.
Self-installation without special tools
In the process you will need:
- Determine the required distances on the tape for the eyelets.
- Prepare the tape.
- Install grommet parts.
To do your own fastening, it is enough to have a ruler, a hammer and some kind of stabbing device, for example, a hole punch, on hand. First, distances are calculated. There are recommendations regarding the spacing between the top edge and the center of the grommet, between the pads themselves, and also regarding the optimal diameter. In any case, the eyelet parts are placed at the same height. The next thing is to cut the ribbon, fold it with the wrong edges inward and iron it. The braid must cool before attaching to the base material. Unnecessary fragments are also removed. In the future you will need glue and an iron. Installation of the eyelets themselves begins with marking. Moreover, it is advisable to first practice on some material. Next comes the precise and meticulous process of fixing the lining in the hole. To normalize the fastening you will need a hammer.
Calculation of the distance between eyelets
Self-calculation is usually needed at home to determine the installation location on the curtains. A miscalculation will cost damaged property. First you need to determine the possible number of holes. In any case, we are talking about an even number so that the edges of the curtain look in one direction. Then, when hanging, you will need to choose the direction towards the window. The same distance is left between each eyelet - for curtains it can be 17 cm. We are talking about the distance between the centers of the holes. The minimum is 15 and the maximum is 22 cm. The minimum allowable interval to the edge of the curtain is between 5 and 7 centimeters. If you ignore this rule, there is a high probability that the overlay will not fasten. The processing should include 12 cm at the top, 5 cm for the hem at the bottom and 2 cm at the sides, as well as the internal and external diameters of the holes at 35 and 55 mm.
As a result, you need to calculate:
- Eyelet diameter.
- Spacing between eyelets.
- The distance from the outer overlays to the edge of the fabric.
Using grommet tape
Reinforcing tapes come in one- and two-layer types. They differ in the number of pasted sides. To select the ideal width, add at least 2 cm to the outer diameter. In this case, transparent tapes are chosen for thin curtains. The braid should be ironed at a minimum heating temperature. Next, we glue it in short sections with a delay of 8-12 seconds each. Tight adhesion of the grommet tape to the fabric is ensured by light pressing. There is no need to touch the material during the fastening process, otherwise the braid will lie askew. Theoretically, the sealing tape can be secured with small needles. When it comes to washing curtains with grommets, you should choose the delicate cycle at a water temperature of about 20 °C. It is not recommended to turn on the spin cycle, as it will have a bad effect on the tape. If the pads are made of plastic, you will have to refrain from using chemical cleaners.
Installation technique
First, we mark the places on the paper or on the fabric itself. Before punching holes, make sure that the holes of the pads and the hole punch meet. In any case, the diameter of the latter should be inferior to the eyelets so that they do not fall out later. Small holes, in turn, are made with an awl or a stationery knife. In any case, we treat the area under the holes with an adhesive composition even before punching. When the hole is ready, carefully insert the grommet into it, with the cap on the front side. To prevent damage, place a metal ruler or sheet of iron on the substrate. Next, we place paper with a grommet on the backing, so that the legs look up. Then we insert a flattening tool into the leg with pre-opened or cut edges. At the end, we hit the tool with a hammer, which is inserted into the leg - the grommet is secured.
Types of grommet rings
The materials from which this type of fastening is made are varied - from metal to plastic of various shapes and colors.
Installation methods also directly depend on this. A plastic eyelet is much easier to install, but a large load on it is unacceptable! If desired, you can remove it and use it again, but the fixation of the edges of the fabric will be very poor - they crumble and become deformed, and the product looks sloppy.
Colored metal eyelets are much more reliable than plastic ones - they hold the fabric perfectly, preventing it from tearing.
Steel fasteners are considered the most reliable for fastening fabrics, leather parts, and cardboard. But before you install eyelets without tools on clothes or shoes, you will need to practice on unnecessary pieces of material. This is necessary to understand how the work is going and not to spoil the thing.
The most popular way to use eyelets is to attach them to curtains. To do this, you additionally need grommet tape, which is sold in specialized stores. It is used to glue the edge of the fabric, creating rigidity.
The mount itself can have a completely different shape - from circles to animals. The color palette is also huge.
Curtain eyelets will help to form smooth, interesting and neat folds. In order to move such a curtain on the eaves, you do not need to apply any force. The fabric does not wear out on the cornice, and, accordingly, its service life is longer.
Features of working with the product on a gazelle or truck
If you need to glue a damaged section of an awning on a cargo truck or gazelle, you will need to observe a number of nuances. Before carrying out work, the vehicle must be driven into a garage or other room where the optimum temperature is maintained and there is enough space to access the defect on the canvas.
For convenience, it is better to remove the awning from the car so that you can apply force when fixing the patch and do not have to reach for the damaged areas, but if the design of the vehicle does not allow for the removal of the canvas, then you will have to carry out the work in the existing conditions.
Curtains for the hall
The design adds coziness to the room. Made in a single image create a feeling of unity.
Decorations for the hall are designed to bring beauty and aesthetics into the house.
Look great with different interior styles.
Styles:
- minimalism;
- modern;
- Scandinavian;
- Provence;
- high tech;
- madder;
- loft;
- modern
It is important to choose the right patterns, tones, combine, match colors with objects in the room in order to put emphasis on something. Provence supports warm, pastel colors
Multi-layering of products is appropriate in country and modern.
A minimalist style is perfect for the living room. Refinement and sophistication are its basis.
The right combination of decorations in the style of the room is the right choice for decorating your home. By combining the colors of the product and the rings you can completely transform it.
What eyelets for awnings look like
Awnings, camouflage nets, tents, marquees, banners, covers for vehicles and equipment, curtains, clothing, shoes - this is just an incomplete list of products where eyelets are used. As a rule, a grommet is the edging of a hole made in the fabric of the product. The slots themselves are used for threading ropes, cables, laces, belts, etc. through them. Eyelets usually have the shape of a ring.
Types of eyelets for awnings
There are two types of eyelets: plastic and metal.
Nowadays, plastic is widely used as a construction material. The variety of plastic mixtures and a wide range of their properties, combined with relative cheapness, as well as the emergence of new technologies for the production and processing of plastics, make them a very common structural material.
Eyelets for awnings, made of plastic, are characterized by high strength, quality and elasticity. They can have different shapes: rectangular, round, oval, as well as any size and color. The performance characteristics of plastic fittings for awnings are also high. They are not subject to corrosion, do not damage the awning material, work perfectly in any weather conditions, and are not afraid of temperature changes and increased levels of ultraviolet radiation.
Installing plastic edging requires special professional equipment. An example of this is a machine for soldering two halves of a grommet. It ensures high labor productivity, accurate and fast welding, as well as the strength of the finished product. Such machines can be equipped with an automatic feeding and stamping system, which are used for mass installation of eyelets.
One of the varieties of plastic eyelets for awnings are clips, consisting of two halves and attached to holes previously punched in the fabric.
The main disadvantage of plastic rings is the complexity of their fastening technology. This drawback significantly limits their use, which may soon lead to a complete cessation of the use of plastic eyelets for awnings.
Metal eyelets for awnings, as a rule, have an anti-corrosion coating (a layer of zinc, nickel, paint). They usually consist of two elements connected to each other: rings and blocks (“male” and “male”).
The main characteristics of the product are:
The diameter of the hole is the main characteristic, which means that after installing the grommet on the awning, the holes will be of exactly this diameter.
The depth (or height) of the hood at the block, a size that is important when installing the product on an awning.
Profile of cap and ring molding.
As a rule, eyelets have standard shapes and sizes.
Installation of metal eyelets on awnings is carried out using special tools - a punch and flaring. There is a roller for each ring size and shape. The installation process consists of three stages.
At the first stage, a hole of the required shape and size is made in the place of future fastening using an appropriate punch. At the second stage, a block is inserted into the hole made on one side of the canvas, and a ring is put on the block on the other. And finally, at the third stage, using a roller, the block hood is riveted, and the grommet is securely fixed in the right place.
Sometimes a hand press is used instead of rollers. Moreover, each press comes with a set of attachments for different sizes and types of eyelets. Both methods are manual and do not require special knowledge and skills.
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Recently, it has become fashionable to use metal eyelets of various styles and colors when attaching curtains. Curtains with eyelets look very stylish. Rings make it easier to place and remove curtains. A wide variety of shapes and colors of fittings allows you to choose the best design solution for any interior, both at home and in the office.
Another fashionable trend has become the use of eyelets in the design of clothing, shoes, and haberdashery. Jackets, lace-up boots, leather belts, bracelets, bandanas, backpacks and handbags with eyelets, all this will help you create your own unique clothing style and stand out from the general environment.
Today, the method of fastening with eyelets has become very widespread. This is truly one of the most used and useful inventions invented by man.
Manual
Manual installation of eyelets on fabrics and canvases is used when organizing handicraft industries with a small volume of manufactured awnings. To implement it, two simple devices are used:
- punch - a steel tube of suitable diameter, pointed at the working end, working in tandem with any impact tool;
- a manual press consisting of a matrix and a punch, also requiring a hammer or half-sledge hammer.
The technology for installing eyelets manually involves performing the following steps in the described sequence:
- along the edge of the canvas, using simple measuring instruments, marking the installation location of the fittings for threading the cords;
- at the indicated points, using a punch, round holes are cut out with such a diameter that the cylindrical part of the half-eyelet fits tightly through it;
- the eyelets are inserted into the hole and a counter ring is put on the tubular shank;
- using a hand press and a hammer or half-sledge hammer, the protruding cylindrical part is crimped, placing the matrix at the bottom, and a mandrel with a hemispherical working surface is installed at the top.
The advantages of this method are simplicity, accessibility, and low cost. The disadvantages are the low speed of installation of eyelets and the low quality of work.
Characteristics
When choosing new eyelets, pay attention to several important characteristics
Diameter
The main distinguishing characteristic of such parts is the diameter of their holes. Determining the optimal diameter directly depends on the purpose for which the part is purchased. In stores you can find designs with a diameter from three to forty millimeters.
Depth
Another important parameter is depth. To determine it, you need to measure the distance between the end of the sleeve and the top cap. Before choosing a part, it is necessary to determine its depth, since this indicator determines the thickness of the installed structure.
Material
It is known that eyelets are made of various materials and therefore this must be taken into account when choosing them. If they will be installed outdoors, it is better to use structures made of plastic or metal coated with copper. Any materials are suitable for residential premises.
Form
Some people believe that such hats can only have a round shape, but this is not so. There are manufacturers who produce fittings in rectangular, oval or square shapes. There are also unique uniform models made in the form of dolphins or fur seals.
Installation using specialized tools
You will need tongs and a press. In addition, the construction supply store will have a set of punches - this will partially solve the problem of creating large holes. If eyelets are needed to support heavy curtains, then the openings are made as wide as possible. The sizes of the linings and the diameter of the hole are marked. For example, the length of the grommet element bushing directly depends on the thickness of the material being processed. If we are talking about weighty textured draperies, you will need a grommet with the largest leg. The size of the lining on the marking is indicated by the letter L, and the diameter of the sleeve and, accordingly, the hole - by the letter D. The smallest eyelets are attached using balls or rounded steel rods. The ends of the rods can be processed on a lathe. Metal axles with a tapered end and a diameter larger than the lining are also suitable.
List of potentially necessary tools and devices:
- bearing balls;
- rods;
- forceps;
- rubber mat;
- stationery knife;
- marker;
- sheet of iron;
- ruler;
- hammer.
Materials used
Before purchasing eyelets, you need to familiarize yourself with what materials they are made from.
Steel
Some people think that steel products are the most expensive, but this is not the case. In their manufacture, a material is used whose surface does not have a protective coating. Such parts are considered cheap and unreliable, since over time traces of corrosion appear on their surface. In damp conditions they will deteriorate within five years.
Aluminum
Aluminum parts are considered the most common option for framing openings when making awnings, awnings or other products made from tarpaulins. The main advantage of aluminum is that it never corrodes. This allows it to be used in damp rooms and outdoors.
Brass
Brass products are considered quite expensive and therefore are not used as often as others. This durable metal is known for its durability and reliable rust protection. Eyelets made of brass will last for several decades if used correctly. Then they will have to be replaced with new ones.
Copper
Experts advise using steel eyelets that are coated with copper. They differ from other products in their yellowish coating with a slight orange tint. They will last more than ten years.
Silver
Expensive products are often made of silver. This metal has many advantages and is therefore popular. The main advantage of silver is its resistance to high levels of humidity. The silver coating is also protected from acids.
Gold
Such products are not made entirely of gold, they are gold-plated. Most often, gold-plated eyelets are used in the production of goods for home decoration or expensive curtains.
Tree
Wooden eyelets are considered a decorative element that can be used to decorate rooms. They are often used when hanging curtains or curtains.
Plastic
Products made from plastic are considered the cheapest. Such structures break quickly and are considered to be less resistant to mechanical damage. The advantages of plastic include the fact that it does not deteriorate in high humidity.
