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🎥 How to Use Flexible Metal Tack Strip
Flexible metal tack strip, also known as ply-grip, shark trim, or fabloc, is a must-have tool for upholsterers. This strip is designed to make blind tacking around both straight and...
🎥 How to Use Flexible Metal Tack Strip
Flexible metal tack strip, also known as ply-grip, shark trim, or fabloc, is a must-have tool for upholsterers. This strip is designed to make blind tacking around both straight and...
🎥 How to use cardboard tack strip for upholster...
Cardboard tack strip is a simple way to create a clean, professional edge on outside panels like chair backs or arms. It keeps the fabric straight and tidy while hiding...
🎥 How to use cardboard tack strip for upholster...
Cardboard tack strip is a simple way to create a clean, professional edge on outside panels like chair backs or arms. It keeps the fabric straight and tidy while hiding...
🎥 How to Re-Activate Your Magnetic Tack Hammer
Has your magnetic tack hammer lost its grip? Don’t worry—it’s easy to re-magnetise with just a bar magnet and a few minutes of your time.
🎥 How to Re-Activate Your Magnetic Tack Hammer
Has your magnetic tack hammer lost its grip? Don’t worry—it’s easy to re-magnetise with just a bar magnet and a few minutes of your time.
Stain Removal: Tackling Common Upholstery Stains
Upholstered furniture will get the occassional stain over time. Whether it's an accidental spill, a pet's muddy paws, or the aftermath of a messy eating session, upholstery fabric can fall...
Stain Removal: Tackling Common Upholstery Stains
Upholstered furniture will get the occassional stain over time. Whether it's an accidental spill, a pet's muddy paws, or the aftermath of a messy eating session, upholstery fabric can fall...
10 Basic upholstery tools to get started
Upholstery work can be a fun and rewarding hobby or career, but it can also be an expensive one. However, starting out in upholstery work doesn't have to break the...
10 Basic upholstery tools to get started
Upholstery work can be a fun and rewarding hobby or career, but it can also be an expensive one. However, starting out in upholstery work doesn't have to break the...
How to choose the right upholstery needle
Choosing the right upholstery needle makes a big difference. From curved needles for hidden stitches to double-ended ones for tackling thick layers, there’s a needle for every job.
How to choose the right upholstery needle
Choosing the right upholstery needle makes a big difference. From curved needles for hidden stitches to double-ended ones for tackling thick layers, there’s a needle for every job.
How to cut furniture foam at home
Cutting foam can be tricky, but with the right tools and techniques, you can achieve clean, precise cuts. From scissors to electric knives, we cover the best methods for every...
How to cut furniture foam at home
Cutting foam can be tricky, but with the right tools and techniques, you can achieve clean, precise cuts. From scissors to electric knives, we cover the best methods for every...
How to replace cane mesh
Don't be intimidated by the task of replacing cane mesh (also known as pressed cane webbing). It's easier than it appears! Follow these straightforward instructions to achieve a flawless and...
How to replace cane mesh
Don't be intimidated by the task of replacing cane mesh (also known as pressed cane webbing). It's easier than it appears! Follow these straightforward instructions to achieve a flawless and...
🎥 Tools for Easy Staple & Tack Removal
If you're planning to undertake a re-upholstery project, the following staple and tack removing tools can assist you in swiftly removing the fabric.
🎥 Tools for Easy Staple & Tack Removal
If you're planning to undertake a re-upholstery project, the following staple and tack removing tools can assist you in swiftly removing the fabric.
Monthly Upholstery Tip Series
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Upholstery Tip #29: What is a tight seat?
A tight seat has no removable cushion. It’s shaped with springs or stuffings beneath a fabric top that’s fixed directly to the frame.
Upholstery Tip #29: What is a tight seat?
A tight seat has no removable cushion. It’s shaped with springs or stuffings beneath a fabric top that’s fixed directly to the frame.
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Upholstery Tip #28: Loose Seat Springing
Loose seat chairs have a separate cushion over a sprung base. Here’s how to build a firm, level foundation to support it properly.
Upholstery Tip #28: Loose Seat Springing
Loose seat chairs have a separate cushion over a sprung base. Here’s how to build a firm, level foundation to support it properly.
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Upholstery Tip #27: How to Position the Knot
There’s a simple trick to positioning furniture seating coil springs that can help your chair last longer and save someone from a painful surprise.
Upholstery Tip #27: How to Position the Knot
There’s a simple trick to positioning furniture seating coil springs that can help your chair last longer and save someone from a painful surprise.
