Types of Bias Binding

Bias tape is used on a variety of applications, such as edging garments, oven gloves, pet products, swimwear, (typically Rouleau style, see below) umbrellas, bunting, babywear, amongst many others.

We manufacture bias binding to various widths in styles below in either stock fabrics or customers fabrics. Generally pre folded binding offers more stability. For customer application, folded tape is usually ¼ the width of original fabric strip on the finished product.

The styles below are also available without biasing in straight rolled and cut style.

Most common styles are described below. We also offer a bespoke service to your exact specification. Please see “Bespoke Service” page for details or contact us.

Flat Bias/Straight Cut

Fabric biased cut to 45 degrees angle, or straight cut with accuracy to various widths.

Rouleau Loop

Produced flat or round. With or without insert.

Bias/Straight Cut Folded

Provides more stability than flat bias. Cut to various widths. Available in fold styles, centre, gap, double, half, tri and quad.

Shell Edge

Bias tape with shell edging pattern for decorative effect.

Bias/Straight Cut Folded & Fused

Provides even more stability than just folded. Folded edges are fused with an insert.

Cut to various widths. Usually employed in styles centre and gap folded.

Bias/Straight Cut Piping