How to make eyelets at home: recommendations

Over the past 10 years, industries in various areas have undergone great development. Consumer goods with various paraphernalia and accessories are flying off store shelves with a bang. Clothing, home textiles, country and tourist products - have such an element as eyelets. In order to find out what eyelets are, how to install these products yourself, what they are used for, when they originated, what they are, and many other questions, read this article.

The grommet is designed to strengthen the edges of holes used for threading braid, cords, ropes or cables

Punch for eyelets: description, scope of application

To install eyelets, round holes of a certain diameter are required, which are very difficult to make at home with improvised tools. Experience from industries where accessories are used in the production of footwear, printing, textile products and leather goods came to the rescue.

The main purpose of the grommet is to protect the edges of the hole from destruction.

Large companies use the grommet stapler as a tool for filing documents, and the rivets are often decorated with corporate symbols. Industrial enterprises use punches for grommets. Today, many companies offer for sale variants of punches for home use. This hole punch allows you to solve several problems at once: it perforates the material, bends its edges, so no additional processing of the edges is required.

Compatibility with instruments is checked individually each time.

There are the following types of punches for eyelets:

• manual;
• semi-automatic;
• automatic.

The choice of tool for installing grommets depends on what products you want to install.

Let's try to figure out which option you should choose.

It is important to understand the material, how strong the work will be, what the grommet itself will be made of, its shape and range of sizes. The choice of ring size will depend on the functional load of the product

Products come in different colors, shapes and materials.

The variability of the grommet itself will also affect the choice; you can use a metal version made of brass or steel, wood, plastic, coated or uncoated, of various shapes and sizes. Regardless of the type and shape, the fittings consist of two components: a bushing and a washer, so the principle of operation of the punch is approximately the same everywhere.

A hole is made with a punch, a sleeve and washer are applied and secured with a tool.

At the same time, the manual version of the hole punch is in great demand due to its low cost and ease of use in the original version. Usually it includes a punch, with the help of which the hole itself is made directly, a matrix into which the sleeve and washer are inserted, and embossing, by pressing which they are fixed components of the eyelet on the material.

Experts recommend purchasing devices in whole sets, but using universal, multifunctional ones is no less convenient.

Disadvantages of the manual option:

• for different grommet options you will need appropriate attachments for the embossing;
• with a high density of the material used, the process of piercing the material is labor-intensive;
• Not suitable for leather goods.

For “small things”, a hand tool with capabilities limited in terms of the size of the installed products is suitable.

Pros:

• availability;
• use at home.

In order for any eyelet installer to last as long as possible, it must be kept clean, visually inspected periodically, and lubricated with machine oil.

A semi-automatic hole punch is suitable for working with materials of increased strength, since the hole itself is punched automatically by the sharp edge of the sleeve itself

If we choose this option, then the choice of the eyelets themselves is especially important.

Hole punch eyelets must have a sharp edge.

Minuses:

Purchasing specialized eyelets.

Pros:

• versatility (suitable even for working with tarpaulins);
• availability;
• minimum effort;
• performance.

Installation pliers are not universal - the clamp for eyelets and blocks of different sizes is selected individually.

In industrial production, automatic punches are used.

Pros:

versatility in materials and eyelet sizes.

High performance.

• minuses:
• high price;
• weight and dimensions of the punch.

For large eyelets you will need more serious equipment.

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.

Special tool for installing eyelets

The most powerful and reliable unit for framing through holes in various materials, from plastic to silk, is a mechanical press, for example, TER-2. This heavy unit sits on a solid, non-wobbly surface and allows you to instantly secure grommets, whether they have a washer or a simple one. The walls are torn into separate petals and slightly twisted inward - you get a neat circle on the front and back sides. Spare parts are sold for the device, which allow you to work with blocks of different diameters. The main disadvantages of the device are its high cost and bulkiness.

Operating procedure:

1. Place the grommet in the finished hole.
2. Place on the bottom platform, face down.
3. Place the washer on the protruding walls.
4. Press the lever to engage the press.

Pliers are the most popular specialty tool for grommets. They are compact, relatively inexpensive (although there are samples for several thousand rubles) and do the job perfectly.

The best and popular tongs:

1. Crop-A-Dile is a reliable, high-quality and stylish device made in America, the only drawback is the high cost, about 3 thousand rubles;
2. Crop-A-Dile BigBite - large tabletop tongs, an intermediate option between a press and tongs, allows you to place blocks at a greater distance from the edge of the material, cost around 4 thousand rubles;
3. Micron is a tool made in Taiwan (and of Russian origin) and in the middle price category. Both simple tongs-press and tongs-punch-press, revolving type are produced (change is made by rotating the circle with attachments clockwise until it clicks). A distinctive feature of the latter option is the rubber “lips” in which the grommet is fixed and which protects from scratches. Disadvantage: after some time, the convergence of the platforms becomes insufficiently accurate.
4. “Zubr” is a Russian brand instrument that is produced in Taiwan. Belongs to the middle price category and the same quality segment. Reviews about the forceps are mixed, so it is difficult to recommend them for professional use.
5. Punch is a Chinese company that produces, among other things, pliers for installing eyelets. Average price, but quality is far from perfect. Many users note the inconvenience of the tool.

What to look for in the store

When choosing pliers for blocks, you should be picky: evaluate the quality of the steel, the power of the design (the force should be on the levers, not on your hands), a big plus is the rubberized or plastic handles, the material of which does not smell. For revolving models, the drum should rotate with little effort, but without interference. As a counter-example, with some Chinese pliers you have to loosen and tighten the safety screw in order to turn the wheel from the hole punch to the press - this is extremely impractical.

Stationary

An analogue of a mobile one is a stationary electric press. It is equipped with tools for punching holes and making a grommet mandrel on it. A special feature of this machine is the absence of a mechanism for drawing the awning fabric, which significantly reduces the speed of its operation.

Our company Mostent has been working for a long time in the market for the production of ready-made awnings, used not only in transport, but also in the installation of various lightweight building structures on steel frames. The company's production lines are equipped with the highest quality equipment for installing eyelets - automatic mobile presses, which allows achieving the highest quality of work.

The high speed of installation has made it possible to significantly reduce the time required to complete even the most voluminous orders, which sets us apart from our competitors. At the same time, the advantages described above did not affect the increase in the cost of work, which is very convenient for our regular and potential partners.

Installation instructions yourself

Having all the necessary materials and tools at hand, anyone can independently make an awning or canopy with eyelets at home, which can be used on the farm. This product can be used in various areas, from a tarpaulin curtain at the entrance to a garage to covering an outdoor pool from foreign objects and dirt.

Eyelets are great for securing canvas curtains to gates

Regardless of the area where you plan to use an awning with grommets, first of all, you should acquire high-quality blocks and rings; the overall strength of the grommets will depend on them. Experts recommend purchasing ready-made kits in specialized stores.

Typical eyelet sizes

As for tarpaulin, its choice should be made based on its intended purpose, based on the characteristics of strength, moisture resistance, frost resistance and the like. The shape and size are selected individually.

Preparing the tarpaulin for installation of eyelets

Having prepared all the necessary components and selected a tarpaulin for installing eyelets, you can move on to the next stage - punching holes in the tarpaulin, for which you will need the following tools:

1. Ruler.
2. Pencil, marker.
3. Punch.
4. Hammer.

Using a pencil and ruler, you need to find and mark the areas on the tarp where the eyelets will be placed. The mark should be made according to the diameter of the ring, evenly, at the same distance from each other. After this, using a punch and a hammer, holes are made in the tarpaulin in accordance with the marks.

It is necessary to accurately determine the location of the eyelets so as not to make unnecessary holes

If the tarp is thin, you can use a piece of durable fabric or use plastic or brass washers

Before punching holes, a wooden board is placed under the tarp to serve as a shock absorber when the hammer and punch collide.

Installing eyelets on the awning yourself

Having completed all of the above manipulations, all that remains is to secure the grommet in the tarpaulin awning, which, if all conditions are met, will not be difficult.

To do this you will need the following tools:

1. Flaring.
2. Hammer.

A block and a ring are placed in the previously prepared holes on the tarpaulin on both sides, opposite to each other, after which they are securely fixed to the material using a flaring tool and a hammer.

A furniture bolt with a wide head is suitable as a flaring tool.

This method allows you to quickly and efficiently install eyelets on the awning for further use for their intended purpose.

As you can see in the photo, flaring can be done quite efficiently even without a special tool

In addition, there are special manual presses for installing eyelets, which allow you to install eyelets on any type of material as quickly and easily as possible. This method is more suitable for installing grommets for commercial purposes.

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:

1. Diameter that must match the hole in the material.

   
   Eyelet parameters

2. Strength depends on the material from which the eyelets are made (plastic or metal).
3. The appearance of the eyelets is usually made in the shape of a circle or oval.

Round eyelet

Oval grommet

Grommet with teeth

Eyelet with screws

Depending on the material from which the eyelets are made, they can be divided into two types:

1. Plastic.
2. Metal.

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

Installing eyelets: features

Installing eyelets on curtains.

Such an element is attached to curtains without much difficulty. The following tools and materials will be useful for their successful installation:

• the eyelets themselves;
• hole punch, which can be easily replaced with scissors for thin fabric;
• small ruler;
• pencil;
• product.

A piece of special tape is attached to the top of the curtain. Then you need to pick up the edge of the curtain and iron it

It is important not to overheat the iron in order to maintain the original appearance of the product. The folded edge can be ironed well.

Place the eyelets in the desired position and use a pencil to draw a circle using the inner base

The marked area must be cut out, making a 5 mm indent from the edge.

Place the existing washer-lining on the curtain and join it to the circle cut out earlier. There should be some fabric left over. It is important to ensure that there are no gaps left. The final step is to apply the decorative element and squeeze it all the way, you should hear a click.

Calculating the required distance

To install the eyelets correctly, it is important to accurately calculate the required distance between them. Need to do some calculations regarding the width

6 cm are subtracted from its numerical indicators; they will be used to finish the sections in the side part. Subtract 5 cm from the resulting number, then divide by the number of loops and subtract one. The resulting number will determine the distance between adjacent eyelets. So, it often happens that small elements have a border of 10-12 cm, large ones - 15-20 cm.

Auto

The most productive and high-quality installation is the automatic installation of eyelets using a special mobile electric press. This device allows you to mount up to one and a half thousand rings per hour with the highest quality of work. An electric press allows you to perform the following actions that affect the quality of work:

1. load grommet elements into separate containers in large batches, thereby ensuring their automatic feeding;
2. Adjust the installation distance for different requirements;
3. move the device along the edge of the awning fabric, installing it in the desired place. To control the direction of movement and the distance to the edge, many electric presses are equipped with a laser beam and an adjustable stop.

Using an electric press for eyelets has many advantages, the main ones being high quality and speed of installation. The high cost of this type of equipment makes it practically inaccessible for small companies.

Technology for making curtains with eyelets ↑

Curtains with rings are valued for their beautiful, uniform waves of drapery, to obtain which you need a lot of fabric - usually 2.5-3 widths are taken, you should not save and take less than 2.5, this will noticeably affect the appearance.

To decorate such large windows you will need a large amount of fabric.

A span of more than 4 may also not give the expected decorative result, because they can turn out to be bulky and heavy, more like shields. The choice of length is individual - in the kitchen the length varies more freely - from the floor to the windowsill or to the middle of the window.

We must not forget that the edges of the fabric will have to be folded and stitched, add another 3-4 cm on the sides and bottom and a little more on top - it will not be possible to install the rings well on one layer of fabric. To calculate the amount for the top hem, you need to take into account the density of the material - the denser it is, the more you can fold (professionals recommend leaving 13 cm on thick fabric). It is imperative to take into account the diameter, because it is directly connected to the cornice; for unhindered movement of the curtains it must be 1.5 cm larger. Otherwise, the eyelets will cling to the cornice and get stuck on it.

In order to sew, you need: fabric, eyelets, scissors, a pencil, eyelet tape (it can be replaced by interlining or dublerin), an iron for gluing it and skills in working with a sewing machine (entry level is quite enough).

Determine the distance between them in advance, based on the desired depth of the folds - if you need deep relief folds, then install the rings at a distance of 22 cm from each other, if the folds need to be softer, then 15 cm is enough. Large intervals between the rings can lead to sagging fabrics, especially dense ones, and small ones will not give the expected aesthetic effect. The optimal distance is 18 cm.

The deep relief wave allows you to take a fresh look at their design

It is important to determine the distance from the top edge; here it is better to focus on the density of the material. Soft fabric holds its shape worse; the bend at the top edge is about 5-6 cm for organza or tulle, if the fastening rings installed on them have an outer diameter of 3.5-4 cm

You can install eyelets on loose fabrics, but place them closer to the top edge

Feel free to cast aside all doubts - organza, mesh, voile, tulle can adequately compete with other types of fabrics for curtains and will harmoniously fit into the interior of the room.

On such fabric, the main condition is the location closer to the upper edge of the product.

If the combination of lightweight fabrics and fastening rings does not inspire confidence, you can make an original trim from a denser fabric, and at the same time show off your design abilities.

Such a bright trim will emphasize the elegance and sophistication of organza

Before installing them, you need to make sure that the curtain is completely ready - the edges are processed and the top of the product is reinforced with grommet tape or its equivalent. Now you can begin the most important part of the work - marking the fabric. Marks are made where the rings will be installed, and holes are carefully cut out.

When marking fabric, you need to take into account the possibility of its displacement.

Eyelets are installed on both sides and snapped into place, or pressed through with a press, if ordinary.

After the markings have been made and the holes cut, you can safely install the mounting rings themselves.

If professional manufacturing is not part of your immediate plans, then you will not need a special tool for installation. But a punch and flaring tool will greatly facilitate and speed up installation.

How to install grommets without tools

It is quite possible to rivet the grommet so that it closes the hole without special units; in some cases the result will be better, especially when compared with cheap, low-quality pliers.

Ways to install eyelets using improvised means:

1. A bolt with a round head slightly larger in diameter than the grommet. Instead, a bearing, steel ball, etc. are also used. The striker is placed on the walls of the grommet and hit once or twice with a cloth, then the “petals” are bent with the same hammer, striking from the center to the edge of the grommet.
2. Phillips screwdriver (or screwdriver bit). The sting is placed in the center of the grommet, on the wrong side, and the handle is lightly struck with a hammer, as if it were a hand punch. It turns out to be a quadrangle - the part is rotated 90 degrees and the blow is repeated. The walls move apart and are tapped with a hammer to make the edging flatter.
3. A blade from a stationery knife. It is placed across the block and hit from above with a hammer so as to cut the walls almost to the fabric (or other material). Rotate 90 degrees and repeat the operation. You will need 3-4 such cuts. Then the “petals” are bent and flattened with a hammer.

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.

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.

Store-bought or homemade?

A wide variety of models of roller, Roman, pleated and other compactly assembled curtains on sale does not necessarily guarantee that among the entire offered range there will be a perfectly suitable product. The main characteristics of industrially produced options are:

• standardized sizes. The typical size range - length, width - is designed for the popular dimensions of metal-plastic and wooden windows;
• neutral colors. For the most part, ready-made curtains have calm, soft colors that are suitable for different interiors. Colored and printed products are more expensive;
• using non-woven or woven synthetic materials as a base fabric. Their advantages are resistance to ultraviolet radiation, ease of cleaning, durability, and strength. The main disadvantage is the synthetic nature;
• standard opening/closing mechanisms;
• standard finish or lack thereof.

For many users, all of the above features are advantages. But if you have a non-standard window size, a desire to create an individual design, or a desire for natural materials, it is better to try to order a suitable model or create roller blinds for plastic windows with your own hands.

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.

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

1. Hole puncher for creating holes.
2. Small tailor's scissors.
3. Forceps.
4. Chalk or just soap.
5. Centimeter.
6. Iron or press.
7. Sewing machine.
8. Grommet tape.

Installation:

1. It is necessary to process the side sections of the product.
2. 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.
3. The tape is ironed on the reverse side. Use gauze; delicate items require careful handling.
4. Folding the seam allowance, sew on a sewing machine.
5. Punching a hole in the fabric is done with scissors or punches.
6. The excess material is cut out. Using the previously made marks, a crosswise cut is made.
7. The diameter of the element should correspond to the cut made in the fabric.
8. 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.

How to sew curtains

This type of window design is considered the most popular today. In addition to the previously listed basic materials for sewing curtains, you will need grommet tape, the adhesive base of which will help to properly attach the product. The tape can be purchased at a specialty store, where it is offered in widths from 5 to 12 cm.

In order for the curtains to have an aesthetic appearance, you need to correctly calculate the number of fastening elements. How to make eyelets on curtains? If an even number of eyelets is installed on the curtain, the edges of the product will be directed in one direction. The standard distance between them can range from 15 to 20 cm. If the distance is greater, then the folds will be larger.

The first and last fastening element is installed 5–7 cm from the edge. If the distance is greater, the curtains will puff up; and if it is less, then the part may get caught on the hem and not be fixed.

Once all the instructions have been carefully read, you can begin sewing. DIY curtains with eyelets step by step instructions.

Master Class.

1. The top edge of the curtain is folded inside out 2 cm and ironed.
2. The size of the next hem will depend on the width of the eyelet tape. It is wrapped and ironed.
3. The eyelet tape is placed between the fabric, under the large hem. It should be shorter than the width of the curtain by the amount of the side hems.
4. Having straightened everything out carefully, we proceed to ironing. To avoid damaging the fabric of the curtains with the hot temperature of the iron, you need to place the cotton fabric on top of the curtains and only then iron them.
5. To prevent the tape from falling off over time, it must be sewn with a machine stitch along the upper edge of the hem.
6. The next step is processing the bottom of the product and the side edge.
7. We install the eyelets according to the markings made in advance. To do this, you need to attach a ring and draw its inner circumference on the fabric. When all the elements are outlined, you can cut out the holes with sharp scissors, you will get some kind of loops. In order for the eyelets to be neatly attached to the fabric, you need to cut a slightly larger diameter than the one drawn. Two parts of the eyelet are applied to the resulting hole and compressed until a characteristic click is heard.

Advantages of curtains:

1. Many people enjoy the sound of their window curtains sliding and closing. But this only happens when metal is used as the material for making eyelets.
2. When the curtains are closed, the wave is uniform - it will not be disturbed after washing.
3. Thanks to the eyelets, the fabric wears out more slowly, regardless of how often the curtain is closed.
4. The design is very simple: even a child can open and close the curtains.
5. If you accidentally pull the curtain, it will not break. The mount is quite strong, the main thing is to install it correctly.

Distinctive features

Thanks to them, the curtain can be closed quickly and easily. They are located so freely that they do not impede the movement of the canvas. They move smoothly and calmly along the cornice. They don’t sag, stay straight, and don’t form wrinkles. When moving, they do not affect it, ensuring wear resistance of any model.

A distinctive feature is that it can be attached to curtains. They look installed on special equipment. In fact, even a non-professional can secure them. The time and effort spent will not keep you waiting long. Carefully hung curtains compensate for the work.

In places where there are slits, beautiful natural folds are created along the entire length of the curtains, which allows you to create romantic comfort.

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.

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.

How to sew curtains and tulle on eyelets yourself - step-by-step instructions

Sewing curtains yourself using eyelets will take some time. However, unlike products purchased or ordered from an atelier, making them yourself will cost much less. Costs will be associated only with the acquisition of the necessary material.

Fabric calculation

Having determined the total amount of material, calculations are made taking into account hems, where the allowance is:

• lower edge – 8–10 cm;
• the upper part can be up to 25 cm. Such a margin is required, since the eyelets must be attached to several layers of fabric;
• lateral edges – 3–4 cm.

In the case of sewing a curtain consisting of two parts, in order to fit the pattern, the material is taken with a reserve.

Tools and materials

To attach grommets to curtains you will need:

• grommet tape;
• scissors;
• ruler;
• pins for marks;
• chalk with a pointed end;
• pliers.

To install metal rings, you also need a hammer drill, a hammer, and a rubber gasket. The latter is necessary to soften the blows of the hammer on the fittings during fastening.

Initial material processing

Before securing the rings, the fabric is pre-compacted. After all, even dense material is not able to withstand the loads from the fittings installed on it for a long time. This applies to both plastic and metal products.

Therefore, to reduce the load on the curtain, a grommet tape is pre-attached. However, if it is not possible to use such a tape, then dublerin can be an alternative sealant. Although this material is inferior in its characteristics, it is still quite suitable as a reinforcing element. In any case, the tape is selected so that its width is greater than the outer diameter of the rings.

The upper part of the fabric is folded twice to the width of the installed tape, and the fold is ironed. In turn, on the sides, the seal is cut off with a margin equal to the width of the hem. After the manipulations, the canvas unfolds, and the tape is adjusted along the intended upper fold and secured with an iron. To ensure that no traces of a hot electrical appliance remain on the canvas, the work is carried out through a sheet of paper. To more securely fasten the eyelet tape, a seam is made along the very edge of the hem.

Markings for eyelets

After the grommet tape is secured, dots are applied to the curtains indicating the centers of the fittings. The marked places are marked with pins. Then the contours of the holes along the inner diameter of the eyelets are marked on the fabric, and the intended part is cut out along them with a margin of 2 mm. After that, rings are installed on both sides and snapped or pressed with a press.

Tip: To speed up and make work easier, use a flaring tool and a punch.

At this stage, the main task is to apply the central points evenly. To ensure that the edges of the curtain are in the same position, there should be an odd number of spaces between the eyelets.

What types of awnings are there?

Depending on the purpose, the material for the canopy can be of 3 different types:

• canvas;
• tarpaulin (polyethylene or polypropylene);
• PVC (polyvinyl chloride).

Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages. To avoid making a mistake with your choice, it would be advisable to familiarize yourself with all three types of fabric in advance.

Knowing the properties of materials will help you determine which canvas is suitable for solving your problems.

Let's take a closer look at each type of tent manufacturing.

Tarpaulin material

The fabric is made from natural linen, jute or cotton threads with the addition of synthetic fibers. The sail weave is impregnated with a waterproof, fireproof or antiseptic agent. The color of the fabric plays an important role - shades of green are usually used to paint materials with high protection against liquid penetration, while yellow and brown colors indicate a low level of flammability.

The advantages of such production include safety both during use and during disposal - the material is environmentally friendly.

In addition, due to its structure, such an awning has a low level of danger, will serve for a long time and is very inexpensive. The disadvantage of the fabric is considered to be the large mass, thickness and roughness of the fabric; moreover, the material can be stored folded only after thorough drying.

PVC construction awning

Produced in 3 versions:

• cast;
• semi-cast;
• laminated (is the most popular).

The polymer covering material is reliably protected from dirt and soot - at the production stage it is treated with acrylic varnish.

Due to its components, such fabric is very inexpensive, durable, moisture-resistant and durable; it can withstand both high and low temperatures. But polymer fabric also has a drawback - PVC takes a very long time to decompose in nature and releases harmful decomposition products, and during its production toxic waste is released into the environment.

Tarpaulin fabric

With its weaving, the material resembles burlap or matting. Such an awning can be made from two different components - polyethylene PE or polypropylene PP thread. Fabric made from polyethylene will last longer, because it is very resistant to temperature changes and easily tolerates intense UV radiation.

The advantages of this covering fabric made from tarpaulin are its wear resistance, elasticity and lightness. The material takes up very little space and does not require special conditions for storage.

The fabric is only produced in some countries, such as Turkey, India and Vietnam, so the price of an imported product will be higher than that of a domestic manufacturer of other types of awnings. In addition, it is very difficult to find a truly high-quality product, because the market is regularly replenished with counterfeits made from low-quality raw materials.

Now that you know all the features of awning production, you can easily choose the material suitable for any situation. Let's present several options for using awnings.

• Tourist canopy. Essentially, it is a piece of fabric of a certain size with eyelets or loops along the edges for easy fastening with ropes. It would be wise to choose a canvas made of thin and light material that is convenient to carry on camping trips.
• The canvas can be used instead of glazing in a gazebo, terrace or veranda. A transparent awning made of PVC film is perfect for this purpose; it will protect vacationers from wind, rain and insects; moreover, flexible windows are safer for children than glass.
• Application of awnings in construction and agriculture. Translucent white reinforced film makes excellent greenhouses and greenhouses, as well as temporary canopies to protect hay from rain. During construction, windows are covered with durable reinforced film in order to complete renovations inside the house.

Overview of eyelet types

Eyelets, as a rule, consist of two identical parts with a hole in the middle, which are secured to each other in a special slot in the fabric.

They are needed so that the material can be carefully and quickly secured to the frame using ropes or special ties.

These details are distinguished by several parameters; let’s look at each in more detail.

• Grommet size. Consists of the inner and outer diameter of the ring, as well as the height of the stem.
• Range. The most popular are round-shaped parts; they are found not only in awnings, but also in clothes, shoes, on curtains, car covers and much more. But there are also other, no less convenient forms of eyelets - rectangular, oval and rotary. In addition, you can find decorative products of a wide variety of shapes on sale, but they are not in great demand, so they are often made to order.
• Strength. How durable the parts will be depends on the material from which they are made. There are two types of eyelets - metal and plastic. The first ones are more reliable and ensure easy sliding of the rope through the hole; they are made of iron with nickel, copper or zinc coating. Plastic models are used only for lightweight materials such as PVC film. Some types of plastic fittings can be installed manually without the use of special tools.
• Color palette. Iron eyelets come in only a few colors - silver, black, gold, bronze or dark nickel. Plastic rings are produced in any shade.

As noted above, tent eyelets differ in their shape, and this variety is created so that the rings can be conveniently used in different situations. Let's consider ways to use such parts.

• Round. A universal model for attaching an awning to a car van, a gazebo, a banner and to the frame of a tourist canopy.
• Oval or rectangular. Such parts are sold in pairs with brackets. First, the staples are tightly screwed to the frame, then the eyelets are put on them. After this, a rope or tourniquet is threaded through the brackets to securely fasten the awning.
• Rotary. Used for awnings that need to be quickly assembled or frequently opened and closed. For example, in this way you can make an improvised door in the back of a truck. The mechanism of this eyelet is designed in such a way that when rotated 90 degrees, it reliably secures the awning. Due to its design, such fittings are more expensive than other parts.

Among all the parameters, the most important is the strength of the fittings. It was mentioned above that there are two types of parts - plastic and metal, let's look at them in more detail.

Metal

Metal eyelets are coated in production with a layer of nickel, zinc or other paint. This is necessary so that after installation the rings do not begin to rust and leave marks on the fabric. The fittings consist of two parts - rings and blocks, which are secured together with a special device.

You need few tools to install metal parts - a punch and a flaring tool; they are selected in size to match the selected eyelets.

There is also another tool for installing metal fittings - a hand press. To secure the eyelets, the kit includes attachments of the required size. Both methods are very simple; after a couple of attempts, even a beginner can easily cope with this task.

Plastic

Plastic products are good enough for installation in the canvas - they are durable, elastic, resistant to temperature changes and are low in cost. The color of the eyelets can be matched to the shade of the fabric, and the shape can be very diverse. In addition, plastic does not rust and does not leave marks on the fabric.

Plastic parts are produced with two types of installation - clip and soldered.

The first ones are installed on the fabric very simply: the first half of the clip with a leg is inserted into pre-made holes, and the second half is covered on top and pressed down.

This way, the fastenings in the clip are connected, and the grommet remains securely attached to the fabric.

The second method of installing plastic fittings is soldering using a special professional machine. Such equipment fastens parts very quickly and efficiently, but is only suitable for mass production.

Dimensions

Standard parameters for awnings in mass production are 3x5, 4x6, 6x8 and 8x10 m. But don’t be upset - if the standard sizes don’t suit you, you can contact the manufacturers. Some of them will willingly agree to create a canvas with eyelets of individual size.

For example, for a hiking trip you don’t need a very large canopy; parameters of 2x3 m will be sufficient. Even if the parameter you need differs from the standard quite a bit (for example, 3x4 or 3x6 m), it can be ordered. In addition, you can purchase canvas without eyelets and give it the desired size with your own hands.