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Screw and Plate Brass Castors

Screw and Plate Brass Castors

Budget range of imported antique style castors made in solid brass with solid brass wheels.
Size refers to the 'plate' and to the wheel diameter size.
Style may vary from picture









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Magnetic Double Headed Hammer

Magnetic Double Headed Hammer

£12.75

The most important tool for an upholsterer. This high quality hammer has a forged fine grain high carbon steel head, one face being magnetic. hickory shaft.

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Gimp Pins (50g pack)

Gimp Pins  (50g pack)

£1.90

These are very fine coloured tacks 13mm long. They are used for fixing your cover in awkward places when a tack may show, and for holding trimmings in place.
Available in a selection of colours and pack sizes.
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10mm Tacks - Improved - 100g pack

£1.95

10mm - 3/8" Improved Tacks have a slightly thicker shank and a larger head. These are used for medium weight top covers , scrims and bottom cloths.



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Barbours Upholstery Twine 20m Pack

Barbours Upholstery Twine    20m Pack

£3.25

A high quality linen Thread made from high grade fibre with a tight twist. Available in three weights THICK (6 cord) for tying springs and light lashing work. MEDIUM (4cords) for stitching edges, and THIN (3cords) for fine stitched edges abd hand sewing.
To improve the natural strength and grip, run the twine through beeswax before use.
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Zig Zag Springs 8.5 gauge

Zig Zag Springs   8.5 gauge

£2.75

Zig Zag Springs (also known as No-sag or Serpentine springs are used a lot in modern furniture Above is a mock up of a correctly sprung seat. A minimum of 5 springs should be used under each seating area i.e. chair = 5 springs, 2 seater sofa =10 springs. However the more springs used the firmer the seat. When the springs are fitted across the seat they should be almost flat with just a slight dome upwards and all the springs should then be tied into place with laid cord, three rows across a normal size seat. This makes the springs act as a unit instead of individually, which can cause them to break easily. The springs are then covered with hessian and a padding—we recommend Typar Felt for this as it is very strong and easy to use. The seat can then be covered with calico and/ or your top cover. The springs are stocked in standard sizes but can be easily cut with a hacksaw if you need to adjust the size.
PRICE EACH
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Mediumweight Calico (non FR)

Mediumweight Calico (non FR)

£5.20

Mediumweight Calico is ideal for covering the final stuffing when using traditional fillings, prior to fitting the top cover. Non FR
152cm wide (60")
PRICE PER METRE
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Black and White Webbing 16.5 Metre Roll

Black and White Webbing   16.5 Metre Roll

£10.75

Also known as ’English Webbing’ This a superior webbing
made from jute and cotton in a strong twill weave.
Made in the UK
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10mm Tacks - Fine - 100g pack

£1.95

10mm - 3/8" Fine Tacks are used for fitting calico and lightweight top covers.
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15mm Tacks - Improved - 100g pack

£1.95

15mm - 5/8" Improved Tacks are used mainly for webbing.
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Tuition Books

Tuition Books

Furniture Restoration and Repairs For Beginners by Kevin Jan Bonner

Furniture Restoration and Repairs For Beginners by Kevin Jan Bonner


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The book to answer your every question on the subject of restoring furniture, from Chippendale to chipboard, stripping to staining, and wax finishing to water based varnishes. Learn how to fix a wobbly chair or a scratched table top, how to identify and repair finishes and veneers, how to stain wood, apply a French Polish finish or remove white ring marks.

Upholstery: A Complete Course by David James

Upholstery: A Complete Course by David James


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This is an updated and expanded edition of David James best-selling title. It provides an encyclopedic survey of the techniques and materials used in upholstery. Everything from traditional handwork to the latest industrial techniques are described, giving a complete overview of the upholstery trade. The book contains almost 500 line drawings to help the text. Five small upholstery projects are illustrated with step by step photographs in full colour.

Cord and Seagrass Seating by Barbara Maynard

Cord and Seagrass Seating by Barbara Maynard


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A detailed booklet complete with diagrams, giving a comprehensive introduction to cord and seagrass seating.

Cane Seating by Barbara Maynard

Cane Seating by Barbara Maynard


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A detailed booklet complete with diagrams, giving a comprehensive introduction to chair caning.

The Complete Upholsterer by Carol Thomerson

The Complete Upholsterer by Carol Thomerson


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This comprehensive practical guide to upholstery brings all the techniques of the craft, from the simplest to the most sophisticated, within everybody's reach. A detailed section on the basic procedures, tools and materials provides a directory of information that can be applied to any piece of furniture. The techniques are put into practice with a series of eight upholstery projects including a ‘drop in’ seat, Nursing Chair, Wing Chair, Chaise Longue and a Chesterfield.

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