Great video and very informative. Unfortunately I disagree with the nails you used to tie the springs. A #12 and #14 will and does work perfectly. The nails you are using creates too much damage and weakens the rails.
+Freddy Roman If springs are tied properly they will pull #12 and #14 webbing tacks out, not right away, but over time. I know, I have used them before. Spring up nails will not damage the rails if a pilot hole is drilled first. I have seen to many frame rails bow in due to the pressure applied by a hand tied coil spring system, not to mention a big guy sitting on it and getting excited during the big game! Many people do not realize the extreme pressure that a hand tied coil spring system applies to the frame, unfortunately neither do many furniture manufactures, or they do, but just try to get away with something cheaper that lasts to the end of the warranty period. If frame rails are in such bad shape that spring up nails will weaken them, then they should be replaced. If they are just so light that spring up nails will damage them than a hand tied coil spring system should not be installed, upholsters should not be expected to follow inferior building practices just because the factory did'nt know any better, or care. The customer should be informed so they can make an educated decision. Many upholsters learn by stripping an old chair down and reupholster by following what they found, unfortunately what they find my not be professional work and mistakes become learned and passed down. In my 30 + years of reupholstering and building furniture I have never had a piece returned because spring up nails damaged the rail, but I have reupholstered far to many pieces where # 12 or # 14 webbing tacks have been pulled out.
Thanks so much for these videos! I bought an antique rocker that was already stripped of the old upholstery, including the springs. I'm going to order new ones, but there are different sizes/heights (from 4" to 12"). How would you recommend picking the size of your replacement springs?
If you have the piece that broke off I would glue it back on. If not you can cut the section where the wood broke off nice and flat and glue a new piece on, or replace that section of frame. I don't know exactly what part you are referring to, but if it is where the nails go to tie the springs you might be able to get by without it.
i really appreciate the time you took to make this series. I am restoring a wing chair circa 1930, it's my first run at this, It would not be possible without your help. Thanks
Very helpful! We are about to start our very first project (wing-back recliner). One question - I saw what looked like powderpost beetle damage in one of the chair frame pieces. How do you strengthen these sections of damage when found, or do you replace them? The beetles are long-gone but the wood damage remains.
It depends on how bad the damage is. If it is very mild you should be able to leave it alone. If the damage is to the point that you are worried about structural integrity than replace or repair. A strong repair can be made using System Three Epoxy. I have some videos showing the use of this epoxy.
Is there a way to tell how many springs are needed? The chair I'm doing had 5 originally, but it wasn't done right in so many ways so I'm wondering if I should be putting in more. There's 2" gaps between the inner spring and the outer ones as well as to the edge of the chair frame. Between the outer springs there's quite a lot more than 2"
Their is no hard and fast rule saying how many springs to use, it is all very subjective. How did the seat feel before you took it all apart? Did it feel to soft, to hard, or was it OK. That should answer you question. Important thing is to have all your springs evenly spaced with enough room in between for tying. When having to choose between soft or firm I have found it is best to lean on the firm side.
@@mjamsdenfurniture My son was the one using it and he said it was possibly a touch too firm, so if that's the case we wouldn't want to have more springs.
mjamsdenfurniture I live in Alaska and we don't have those here. Is there another option? I'm doing my first reupholster so I'm new to this, so this may be a dumb question, but are there different size springs?
Rashunda Rericha Yes there are several different sizes, most common are 6, 9 and 12 inch. You should remove a spring and measure it when it is not tied down. You could buy some springs from a local upholstery shop if you have one close by. I could sell you some if there are no local options.
Great video and very informative. Unfortunately I disagree with the nails you used to tie the springs. A #12 and #14 will and does work perfectly. The nails you are using creates too much damage and weakens the rails.
+Freddy Roman If springs are tied properly they will pull #12 and #14 webbing tacks out, not right away, but over time. I know, I have used them before. Spring up nails will not damage the rails if a pilot hole is drilled first. I have seen to many frame rails bow in due to the pressure applied by a hand tied coil spring system, not to mention a big guy sitting on it and getting excited during the big game! Many people do not realize the extreme pressure that a hand tied coil spring system applies to the frame, unfortunately neither do many furniture manufactures, or they do, but just try to get away with something cheaper that lasts to the end of the warranty period. If frame rails are in such bad shape that spring up nails will weaken them, then they should be replaced. If they are just so light that spring up nails will damage them than a hand tied coil spring system should not be installed, upholsters should not be expected to follow inferior building practices just because the factory did'nt know any better, or care. The customer should be informed so they can make an educated decision. Many upholsters learn by stripping an old chair down and reupholster by following what they found, unfortunately what they find my not be professional work and mistakes become learned and passed down. In my 30 + years of reupholstering and building furniture I have never had a piece returned because spring up nails damaged the rail, but I have reupholstered far to many pieces where # 12 or # 14 webbing tacks have been pulled out.
This is a great video, you did a wonderful job in explaining everything so clearly. Good job!!
Thanks so much for these videos! I bought an antique rocker that was already stripped of the old upholstery, including the springs. I'm going to order new ones, but there are different sizes/heights (from 4" to 12"). How would you recommend picking the size of your replacement springs?
The section of wood the springs attach to has broken off. Not the complete wood. How do I make a brace to attach the spring?
If you have the piece that broke off I would glue it back on. If not you can cut the section where the wood broke off nice and flat and glue a new piece on, or replace that section of frame. I don't know exactly what part you are referring to, but if it is where the nails go to tie the springs you might be able to get by without it.
i really appreciate the time you took to make this series.
I am restoring a wing chair circa 1930, it's my first run at this,
It would not be possible without your help.
Thanks
Very helpful! We are about to start our very first project (wing-back recliner). One question - I saw what looked like powderpost beetle damage in one of the chair frame pieces. How do you strengthen these sections of damage when found, or do you replace them? The beetles are long-gone but the wood damage remains.
It depends on how bad the damage is. If it is very mild you should be able to leave it alone. If the damage is to the point that you are worried about structural integrity than replace or repair. A strong repair can be made using System Three Epoxy. I have some videos showing the use of this epoxy.
Suas aulas são muito boas, pena que não falo inglês.
Muito obrigado por compartilhar essa arte maravilhosa.
Happy to hear the series are helpful, good luck with your project.
Is there a way to tell how many springs are needed? The chair I'm doing had 5 originally, but it wasn't done right in so many ways so I'm wondering if I should be putting in more. There's 2" gaps between the inner spring and the outer ones as well as to the edge of the chair frame. Between the outer springs there's quite a lot more than 2"
Their is no hard and fast rule saying how many springs to use, it is all very subjective. How did the seat feel before you took it all apart? Did it feel to soft, to hard, or was it OK. That should answer you question. Important thing is to have all your springs evenly spaced with enough room in between for tying. When having to choose between soft or firm I have found it is best to lean on the firm side.
@@mjamsdenfurniture My son was the one using it and he said it was possibly a touch too firm, so if that's the case we wouldn't want to have more springs.
@@sewsable Yes that is correct.
Would attaching the springs with zip ties work?
Maybe for a little while.
awesome tutorial! Thanks for all the great information.
Reupholstering? Naw you are making a whole new chair buddy.lol
Sometimes it feels that way! LOL
Thanks, your welcome.
Thanks! :-)
Great job
Where do you get new springs from?
Rashunda Rericha Most upholstery supply company's should carry them.
mjamsdenfurniture I live in Alaska and we don't have those here. Is there another option? I'm doing my first reupholster so I'm new to this, so this may be a dumb question, but are there different size springs?
Rashunda Rericha
Yes there are several different sizes, most common are 6, 9 and 12 inch. You should remove a spring and measure it when it is not tied down. You could buy some springs from a local upholstery shop if you have one close by. I could sell you some if there are no local options.