General Cord

Elegant Weighted Cords & Hem Lead Cords

Supplied by Nova Trimmings — Your Trusted Haberdashery Specialist

Enhance the drape, precision, and finish of your curtains and blinds with our high-quality weighted cords and hem lead cords, crafted for both function and style.

Keep Curtains & Blinds Hanging Neatly

Our curtain lead weight cord is the professional solution for ensuring curtains and blinds hang straight, smooth, and crease-free. Whether you’re making new curtains, updating blinds, or adding finishing touches to bathroom window treatments, weighted cord for curtains is essential for a polished, tailored look.

At Nova Trimmings, we supply blind weighted cord, curtain hem weight cord, and bathroom blind weighted ends in a range of sizes and colours — all available by the metre for convenience.

What They Are & What They’re Used For

Curtain Lead / Weighted Cord

These are narrow cords woven into or applied along the bottom edge (hem) of curtains or blinds, incorporating discreet metal or lead inserts. Their purpose is to provide consistent downward tension, so the fabric hangs straight, resists billowing, and retains a clean, controlled fall.

Bathroom / Blind Weighted Ends

In the context of blinds or bathroom windows, these cords keep the bottom edges stable (even in drafts or moisture-laden air), helping the blind or shade sit flat and taut against the window.

Together, these products ensure your window treatments look tailored, maintain smooth lines, and resist flapping or shifting in airflow.

Materials & Construction

• Outer Casing / Sheath: Typically polyester or a mixed fibre (polyester + cotton) jacket, providing durability, resistance to fraying, and ease of sewing or installation.
• Internal Weighting: Metal (often lead or steel) inserts or fine metal wire inside the cord give it the ability to “pull down” the curtain or blind hem.
• Colours & Diameters: A broad palette including creams, ivories, naturals, tans, greys, blacks, navies, reds, greens, and more (subject to stock). Diameters range from 2 mm to 8 mm depending on the curtain or blind weight and desired effect.
• Sold by the Metre: Order exactly the length you need, making it economical and avoiding waste.

Benefits & Features

• Improved Drape & Finish: Helps curtains fall straight and evenly — no bubbling, twisting, or uneven hems.
• Stability in Drafts: Keeps fabrics steady, especially in light breezes or ventilation areas (e.g., bathrooms).
• Professional Look: Invisible functional detail that makes bespoke work look refined and complete.
• Flexible Sizing & Colour Matching: Choose cord thickness and tone to complement your fabric.
• Durable & Reliable: Quality materials resist wear, fraying, and long-term sagging.

Ideal Uses

• Bathroom Blind Weighted Ends: Ensures roller or Roman blinds stay flat.
• Curtain Lead Weight Cord Hems: Gives drapes a clean fall.
• Lightweight Fabrics: Prevents voile curtains from lifting.
• Heavy Drapes: Adds subtle control to thicker materials.

Wherever neatness and control are needed, a blind bottom weight cord or weighted hem cord for drapes is the perfect solution.

Why Choose Nova Trimmings?

As a leading haberdashery supplier of curtain lead cords by the metre, Nova Trimmings offers unbeatable choice and quality. Our wide range of weighted cord by the metre allows you to order exactly what your project requires.

We are trusted by curtain weights UK makers, upholsterers, soft furnishers, and DIY enthusiasts alike.