subject: A Short Guide To The Many Practical Uses Of A Grommet Strip [print this page] So many products and inventions come out in the market today that it is sometimes hard to keep track of. Likewise it also goes for all the new terms that come out with gadgets and things. One of these gadgets is a grommet strip.
In fact, this is just another name for edging or edge protector. Before these became popular they were mostly used on car doors . Car doors were installed with aftermarket edge protectors to protect the paint on the door edges from chipping or denting due to hard slams or over use. Nowadays this kind of protection is seen in other things as well.
An easy way to look for these strips on everyday things is to look for things that are prone to impact. Look at sports equipment for example, particularly rackets. You can find a grommet on the edge of tennis rackets and badminton rackets near the head, and this is placed there to protect the finish from scratches, scrapes and small nicks.
High quality tables also use this item particularly during shipping and transport. Edge protectors are put on tables with high gloss finishes to protect further the paint and gloss. These are removeable and taken out when the table arrives at its delivery point.
So therefore anything that has an edge that needs a bit of protection from bumps and nicks can use a grommet strip. In fact the practical applications are almost endless. The strip can be bought at most hardware and sports stores and come in a variety of colors and textures and sizes.
Now you know the technical term for this edge protector should you next see one on an item. You can impress your friends with your new found technical term and knowledge. It will also bring to mind that there are myriad uses and applications for it as well. Why not try one now on your laptop, your personal digital assistant or even your cell phone and see how it goes?
by: Debby Davis
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