What is the difference between a grommet and an eyelet?
There is a common misconception that the use of a washer with an eyelet constitutes a grommet. While a washer can be used with an eyelet, there are important differences between the two. Typically a grommet has a larger flange diameter in relation to the hole size as compared to an eyelet. The larger flange makes a grommet stronger than an eyelet. The strength of our grommets makes them perfect for heavy materials such as canvas, leather and plastic and for industrial uses such as tarps, covers, banners and flags. In addition to being strong, our grommets are also an attractive choice for use on clothing and textiles as well as on tags and books.
