My upcoming project is to re-upholster my antique dinning room chairs. Will this work with upholstery fabric and the aged harden wood of the chair?
62285
That's tough for me to say. I've never used it for that application. I've only used it for attachment of insulation between joists. It's a well made tool that does what I need it to do. Sorry I can't give you more info.
62286
I have not used this stapler for re-upholstery. However, from my use with it, I would say YES it will work fine. The main key to success with a Heavy Duty Stapler is choosing the correct staple. Length and gauge that will perform the task at hand, AND within the stapler's ability to function. ~Hope this helps~
62287
Absolutely!! That is why I bought mine. I have purchased three staple guns over the years and this one is by far the best.
62288
Your question is tougher than it appears. First, the hardened wood may pose an issue and I personally am not very impressed with this so-called "heavy duty" stapler. I would go to one of the big box stores and try out the different models and see if they make specific staples for old and hardened wood. If I had it to do over, that is what I would do myself. Good luck with your project.
62289
It should. The stapler works with a wide variety of staple lengths. You want a shorter staple that will drive all the way down so as to firmly press against the fabric. The harder the wood, the shorter the length needed. I got one of those "variety packs", so I could experiment. I did OK with 1/4" tongs. You may need longer depending on how heavy the fabric is.
1903872
Yes, I believe this would work. It works well on upholstered fabrics. However, the best ever tool I have for pet fur is this hand held vac. Bissell Pet Hair Eraser Handheld Vacuum, Corded, 33A1
1408998
I have not used it on antique furniture but the compound has wood fibers in it which should take a water-based wood dye in order to make it blend with the original finish. On antique furniture I either replace the wood in kind or use burn-in stick shellac to fill small holes and cracks. This is a wonderful product and performs as advertised. I used it to restore fretwork on an 1892 Queen Ann house with excellent results. Of course I painted over the repairs which now cannot be seen. For painted antique furniture this would be excellent. By the way, it's final color when hardened is a light tan. I have not used it on antique furniture but the compound has wood fibers in it which should take a water-based wood dye in order to make it blend with the original finish. On antique furniture I either replace the wood in kind or use burn-in stick shellac to fill small holes and cracks. This is a wonderful product and performs as advertised. I used it to restore fretwork on an 1892 Queen Ann house with excellent results. Of course I painted over the repairs which now cannot be seen. For painted antique furniture this would be excellent. By the way, it's final color when hardened is a light... » Read More I have not used it on antique furniture but the compound has wood fibers in it which should take a water-based wood dye in order to make it blend with the original finish. On antique furniture I either replace the wood in kind or use burn-in stick shellac to fill small holes and cracks. This is a wonderful product and performs as advertised. I used it to restore fretwork on an 1892 Queen Ann house with excellent results. Of course I painted over the repairs which now cannot be seen. For painted antique furniture this would be excellent. By the way, it's final color when hardened is a light tan. « Show Less
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Yes. I use both of them on wooden chairs and I would guess that they would work on fabric just as well. My grandchildren climb in and out of them by theirselves and the chairs don't even shift. I feel that they are pricey, but I am very satisfied with them.
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Leather new worked great for me on a red fake leather chair. I had some puncture areas from keys in the pockets, some tears, etc. Just need to be sure you get the area tightly closed when you put the repair compounds on. I also had a tan chair in the basement.....no tears, just worn areas that I put the coloring on...looks great now.
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Yes. That is exactly what I did. Worked out perfect. Better than re-upholstering . It is also great if you want different colors that work for you. Just love them and was the smartest move I made.
1029605
It is definitely not intended to be used on fabric or upholstery. It is for hard, non-porous surfaces.
1273350
I used this when I painted an upholstered chair. I didn't iron it when I was done and I haven't had any problems.
1009265
I would check with the manufacturer to be sure. I have used this on velvet-like fabric and it was fine -- our velvet is textured, so any problems wouldn't stand out anyway, but appears to have worked great. It also worked great on all the other upholstery. I will say it leaves your floor a greasy mess, so maybe spray it outside or put down a cloth before you start. There is no warning about this on any of the literature, so the slip factor on our hard floor was a real surprise.
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Yes. I have used this on finished dining set, old weathered wood, ceramic, metal, rock and bookcases, etc. This is the best stuff. Remember to follow directions. Less is better. Hope this helps. Always test.
477972
Yes, I used it on a love seat and on upholstered kitchen chairs with excellent results. Left the fabric smooth.
1969497
I used this on a very old map chest that did not have a varnish or other finish. It worked beautifully. I highly recommend for older antique furniture and cabinetry. I am not sure that this is the right product for molding in a house. It would probably work but it takes a bit of effort to rub it into the wood. You would also need a lot of it. I would suggest a danish oil for molding, you cab brush it on and wipe off excess easily.
781567
I have used it on fabric chairs and it is not as slip resistant, but not completely loose to move around.
1313055
I suppose it depends on what type of fabric. I have micro fabric and it is not really effective. Also the size of the rake would is not be appropriate for a chair. The prongs are somewhat sharp and I would be concerned with damaging the fabric. However, it works wonders on the carpet!
703862
regular chair size will probably work, as chair I bought for was oversized chair. item will work only on cloth upholstered furniture. worthless on leather!
1416962
I use mine on a lazy boy recliner chair which works well for me. I've never used it on a dining chair or a sofa, but imagine it would work well with those too.
1313897
No, I would not! It works perfectly on smooth, unfinished furniture - even unpainted but I would not recommend it for reclaimed would and certainly not crevices or chips in the wood. I have no idea what to use except for a good power sander and work down from several grades of sandpaper until it is more manageable.