what is elastic waistband

Elastic waistbands require either a knitted or woven flat elastic. The knitted elastic that we offer is normally used as an insert elastic that will be covered by fabric. From boxer shorts to hospital scrubs, to pajama bottoms to sweatpants. The knitted elastic waistband material style number 7600, comes in a plush back for comfort against the skin. We also offer our GW50 and GW61 knitted elastic waistband which is known as a gripper elastic normally used in bike pants so the fabric does not ride up and down. Any of our woven elastic waistband materials are used when the designed waistband is viewable. We also offer a non-roll woven elastic style number 9905 that prevents the top of waistbands from rolling over.

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Elastic Waistband Material

Fit and longevity are crucial to garment applications. Elastic waistband material ensures long-term wear and a secure fit for comfort and support, making them an essential notion for sewing apparel. Elastic Cord & Webbing stocks various elastic material options for waistbands with features and a range of specifications to meet the needs of your sewing projects.

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Features & Specifications of Waistband Elastic

Typically, knitted elastic or woven flat elastic is used for elastic waistband applications. Knitted elastic is preferred because it retains shape, resists narrowing, and stays flat when stretched. However, a woven flat elastic is stronger and more durable, offering a heavy-duty material option for waistbands. Generally, knitted elastic is used for waistband inserts, while woven flat elastic is designed for viewable waistbands.
We have polyester and nylon-blended polyester materials for waistband elastics. Polyester is popular for its durability, stretch, and cost-effectiveness, while nylon-blended options offer softness, abrasion resistance, and shape retention. We provide elastic waistband options for plush skin comfort and gripping styles that do not ride up or roll over. Waistband elastic comes in several material options to meet requirements for a variety of apparel applications, like boxer shorts, scrubs, pajamas, sweatpants and bands, suspenders, and more.

Elastic Waistband Options

Our inventory includes a range of options for waistband elastic material to meet your project specifications. We have a selection of various widths, 4 different color options, and 9 stretch ratings ranging from 85% to 200% in polyester and nylon-blended polyester materials for your project.
Use the selectors above to narrow your search to find elastic waistband materials that suit your requirements. If you are unable to locate the waistband material you need, contact Elastic Cord & Webbing, and our knowledgeable team will be happy to assist you.

Width Varieties

1/4”
5/16”
3/8”
1/2”
5/8”
3/4”
1”
1 1/4”
1 1/2”
2”
2 1/2”
3”
4”
5”
6”
8”
9”
10”
12”
14”

Color Selection

Beige
Black
Custom
White

Material Options

Polyester
Polyester/Nylon

Stretch Ratings

85%
90%
110%
120%
125%
130%
150%
160%
200%

Find Elastic Waistbands with Your Specifications at Elastic Cord & Webbing

We offer an extensive inventory of knitted and flat woven elastic for waistband material. As a trusted distributor of material products, Elastic Cord & Webbing supplies various waistband elastic options to meet your requirements for apparel projects. With an expert team possessing over 50 years of combined textile experience, we can help you find the elastic waistband material that best suits your needs. Contact us for cost-effective elastic products or request a quote today.