Technical catalogues on polkom.com: eyelets, cord ends and snap buttons with size tables and PDFs

Oct 11, 2026 | Forum

When you sew a run of hundreds or thousands of garments, an eyelet or cord end that is "more or less right" is not good enough. You need exact measurements: inner hole, shank height, flange diameter, cord end length and profile. That is exactly why Polkom – a Sofia-based producer and supplier of accessories for fashion, furniture, footwear and bags with more than 30 years of experience – has relaunched polkom.com and added new technical catalogues. The new site is faster, more modern and organised so that a pattern maker, a production technologist or a workshop owner can find what they need in minutes rather than after several emails.

In this article we look at what the new catalogue pages for eyelets, metal cord ends and snap buttons contain, how to use them when planning a collection, and why downloadable PDF technical sheets save time for everyone in the production chain.

What the new technical catalogues are

Until now, information about metal accessories was often gathered in pieces: a photo from an old catalogue, a size from a previous quote, a sample in a drawer on the factory floor. On the new polkom.com every product group has its own page that works as a reference guide. There you will find:

• a breakdown by series or system, so you can see straight away which type suits your material;
• tables with the dimensions of every item;
• profile drawings wherever the shape matters;
• technical sheets in PDF to download;
• practical advice on choosing and fitting, including the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.

The pages are available in Bulgarian and many other languages, which makes it easier to work with partners and customers outside Bulgaria.

Eyelets: 7 series and 61 sizes in one place

An eyelet looks like a simple detail, but choosing one depends on three measurements: the inner hole, the shank height and the outer flange diameter. Get the height wrong and the shank will not roll over fully or will split during setting. On the new page Polkom has brought together seven series – standard, flat, mesh ventilation, oval, shaped, logo and large eyelets for tarpaulins and curtains – with 61 sizes in total.

The most useful part for everyday work is the eyelet size table: for each series it lists the suitable materials and the size range, and below it you will find the detailed measurements of every item. This way, already at the design stage, you can check whether the eyelet will pass through all the layers of fabric, leather or felt at the fitting point.

When this table comes in handy

• when choosing between a round and an oval eyelet for a cord or a flat tape;
• on thick, multi-layer areas where a long shank is needed;
• on technical textiles and tarpaulins, where the load is high;
• when you want an eyelet with an embossed logo on the flange.

Metal cord ends: 64 models in 9 colours

A cord end is small, but the customer touches it every time they put on a hoodie, a jacket or joggers. That is why it carries the brand's style just as much as the label does. The catalogue of 64 metal cord end models is organised by shape: cone, shaped round, flat for tapes, designer, geometric, tubes and spheres.

Each model has its own code, dimensions, approximate opening and profile drawing. There are nine colours – from glossy gold, silver and rose gold to matt antique finishes. The item code combines the model code and the colour code, so there is no room for confusion in an order. The page also offers a combined size table in PDF, handy for printing and attaching to the garment's tech pack.

Snap buttons: 5 systems and 34 models

With snap buttons the most common mistake is a system that does not match the fabric. Light knits and baby clothes need a fastener that does not strain the fabric, while denim jackets and coats require a sturdier system. The new page sets out the five snap button systems – prong, 54 system, 61 system, sew-on and special – with 34 models in total.

For every system the page describes the suitable fabrics, the sizes, the construction and the fitting method. There is also a separate table of fitting problems – from prongs that do not grip the fabric to a cap that spins – with the likely cause and the fix. For each system you can download a technical sheet in PDF.

PDF technical sheets: why they matter in production

PDF sheets are not just a brochure. They solve a concrete problem: information about an accessory has to travel from the designer to the technologist, to the factory floor and to quality control without getting distorted on the way.

1. The garment's tech pack. Attach the sheet to the specification and everyone on the team works with the same dimensions.
2. Machine set-up. The press operator sees the construction of the item and picks the right die.
3. Communication with the client. If you manufacture for another brand, you can send them the sheet for approval before the production run.
4. Archive. When you reorder a year later, you do not have to hunt for the old sample or the old email.

Branding: accessories with your logo

Besides its standard models, Polkom makes accessories with the customer's logo, colour and design. The Polkom branding page describes the marking techniques – laser engraving, embossed logo, casting a custom model, weaving, printing and Pantone colour matching – as well as the steps from sending your logo to the production order. Before the run a sample is made, which you check with your own fabric and design.

This also matters for small brands and workshops that want to look professional: a logo on the eyelet, the snap button or the cord end is seen every time the garment is worn, not only on the neck label.

How to use the catalogues when planning a collection

Here is a practical workflow that saves at least one unnecessary round of samples:

1. Define the material and its total thickness at the fitting point.
2. Choose a series or system using the tables on the relevant page.
3. Write the code and size into the tech pack and attach the PDF sheet.
4. Ask for a sample and do a test fitting on your own fabric.
5. Once approved, the sample becomes the reference for the whole order.

If you are not sure which eyelet or snap to choose, the Polkom team can suggest a suitable item based on a description of the product or a sample of the material.

A faster, more modern website

The new polkom.com loads quickly on mobile too, which matters when you check a size right on the factory floor or at a client's. The galleries show examples of the production, and the full collection is unlocked with free registration. Search, navigation and the technical pages are built so that you reach the item you need in as few clicks as possible.

At Textiles.bg you will find many of these types of accessories in convenient quantities for workshops and tailors, while for series production and logo accessories the technical catalogues on polkom.com are the best starting point.

Polkom – our production company for buttons, labels and accessories

Oct 8, 2026 | Forum

Polkom is our production company for buttons, labels and garment accessories. Under the motto “Your European Producer”, Polkom produces and supplies components for the fashion and textile industry – from standard stock models to custom production to the customer's design. With more than two decades of experience and over 10,000 items in stock, Polkom works with clothing brands, manufacturers, workshops and designers across Europe.

Buttons for every garment

Buttons are the heart of Polkom's production. The range covers practically every material and style:

• Polyester, metal and snap buttons
• Natural buttons – corozo, horn, mother-of-pearl, coconut and wooden
• Covered and engraved buttons with your logo
• Buttons by use – for jeans, suits, shirts and trousers

Labels that represent your brand

The label is the first thing that says “this is your brand”. Polkom makes woven, printed, leather and cardboard labels, as well as care and composition labels – to your design, with your logo and in the sizes you need.

Zippers and metal accessories

• Zippers – metal, coil, moulded and concealed, including YKK zippers
• Accessories – buckles, rings, eyelets, rivets, cord stoppers, cord ends, trouser hooks and metal plates with your logo
• Haberdashery – knitted and woven elastics, organza ribbons, grosgrain and more

Custom production and services

In addition to stock items, Polkom offers production to the customer's requirements. The services include:

• making samples and fast sampling
• logo engraving on buttons and metal accessories
• attaching buttons, zippers and accessories
• advice on choosing the right components for each garment and collection

European quality

Polkom works with the best raw materials, and the products meet European quality and safety standards, including Oeko-Tex. Every item goes through quality control to guarantee durability, appearance and functionality. The website polkom.com is available in more than 20 European languages and serves customers across the European Union.

Polkom and Textiles.bg

Many of the products we offer at Textiles.bg come from Polkom's production. If you are looking for buttons, labels or accessories with your logo, to a custom design or in large quantities, contact Polkom or write to us – we will help you from the idea to the finished product.

Explore: www.polkom.com