Piping is a thin fabric-covered cord sewn along towel edges or borders as a decorative finishing detail.
Appearance
- Thin raised line
- Runs along edges or borders
- Often contrasting colour
- Creates definition
Purpose
Piping adds:
- Visual definition
- Premium appearance
- Design detail
- Edge finishing
Construction
Piping is made by:
- Wrapping fabric around thin cord
- Sewing into seam or edge
- Cord creates raised profile
Quality Indicator
Piping suggests:
- Attention to detail
- Higher manufacturing investment
- Premium positioning
Well-executed piping lies flat and even. Poor piping bunches or puckers.