Replacing the rush in the 6 chairs as we communicate, also tightening the seat/back post junction screws. The oak seat frames have very sharp edges which are being rounded off. The trim pieces, so far, are coming off easily. The front decorative trim piece is screwed on, the others are nailed. The joy of this pursuit is the learning! Thanks folks.
Worn RushThe Seat DoKtor, Dick Knotts,Mon May 7 10:55am
6 Chairs with fiber rush seats, worn shellac, but serviceable except for a couple of breaks in 2 chairs. Is it worth trying to replace a small amount of rushing in the center of 1 chair and repair a... more
I agree. The rush is also sagged. The trim pieces must come off, as you suspected. Do one and see the difference with fresh rush and shellac. The customer will be thrilled. I have done a bunch of... more
Re: Worn RushMindy King - the chair weaver,Tue May 8 12:18am
These seats are on their way out, you may find as you remove the rush you can break the individual strands with a small tug. unless George Washington sat in it and its going into a museum where no... more
Re: Worn Rushweavingrestoration.com,Mon May 7 3:44pm
Dick... My personal feeling is to replace the seats. It is a waste of time and resources to try to spot repair. The fact is the edges of the seat frame are sharp and after yrs of use the material is... more
Worn RushCraig Phillips / B & C Emporium,Tue May 8 8:58am
I agree with the group, replace the seats,if you repair it will be back soon, Craig Phillips B & C Emporium Allegan, Michigan 49010 http://www.b-c-e.biz http://bandcallegan.weebly.com
Worn Rush The Seat DoKtor, Dick Knotts,Wed May 9 7:36am