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Cotton Covered Wire - 18 Gauge - Standard

Cotton Covered Wire - 18 Gauge - Standard

SKU WP-31830

From $15.50

A flexible pliable structural wire wrapped in cotton. Designed to support and shape midweight frames.

Colour Size

Quantity

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How it behaves

Holds shapes with controlled tension
Can be bent and re-shaped by hand
Provides structure without a metal edge

The cotton wrap can also be coloured, allowing the wire to blend with coloured ensembles.

Ideal for

Midweight structures and forms.

Traditionally used in millinery and equally suited to theatre, art and sculptural costume or art constructs. Similar to 19 gauge wire, just a little firmer

Not ideal for

Heavy structural builds requiring rigid support.

Often paired with

Sinamay or Buckram
Millinery hat bases
Thread for securing to bases

Specifications

Size

18 Gauge

Material

Cotton Covered Steel

Roll length

54m

Measurements

Wire gauge: 18 gauge

Wire diameter:

Diameter (including wrap):

Matching Ferrule Size:

Please note: Measurements are approximate. To compare our full range of wire, take a look at our wire guide.

Shipping & Delivery

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Returns & Exchanges

If something’s not working for your project, reach out to us. We’ll work with you to explore options or find a better fit.

You can return eligible items within 14 days of delivery. For more information, see our returns policy.

Keep in Mind

Colour & Texture

We take care to present colours as accurately as possible.

However, variations in naturally occurring products, dye lots, fibre composition, lighting, or screen settings may result in slight differences in tone or texture.

Stock Availability

As our online and showroom stock are shared, occasional discrepancies may occur.

If an item becomes unavailable after purchase, we’ll contact you to offer a suitable alternative or refund.

You can also note your requests at checkout. Or contact us, and we’ll check before you order.