Product Details
- Product type: #3 flat-oval rattan reed
- Approximate width: 1/4 inch
- Coil weight: 1 pound
- Approximate length: around 420 feet
- Material: natural rattan reed from the inner rattan core
- Finish: natural color; can be painted or stained after testing
- Model number: UA-14FOR
- Listed product dimensions: 14 x 14 x 2 inches
- Listed item weight: 1.1 pounds
- Package includes: one 1-pound coil of flat-oval reed
Because this is natural rattan, slight variations in color, thickness, and flexibility can happen from coil to coil. These natural differences are normal and may help the finished piece look more handmade and authentic.
Where This Flat-Oval Reed Works Best
This reed is a good choice for basket weaving, wicker wrapping, furniture accents, decorative repair work, and craft projects that need a flexible natural rattan strip. Choose this material for wicker weaving when your pattern needs a flat-oval profile that can be dampened, shaped, dried, and finished.
Flat-oval reed is often better suited to areas where a rounded outside surface is desired, such as basket rims, woven edges, and visible repair areas. It is not the same as pre-woven cane webbing, reed spline, synthetic wicker strap, or round reed, so check your project pattern and existing material before ordering.
Choosing the Right Reed Shape
This 1/4-inch flat-oval reed is useful when your project needs a wider, smoother strip than round reed but still needs a rounded look on the finished side. If your project needs a flatter strip instead of this flat-oval profile, compare this reed with a 1-pound coil of flat reed before ordering.
For ribs, stakes, spokes, or rounded structural weaving, a round reed may be a better match than flat-oval reed. Always match the reed size and shape to your existing material when doing repair work.
Basic Use and Handling Notes
For most basket and wicker work, rattan reed is easier to shape when it is lightly soaked or dampened before weaving. Avoid over-soaking unless your pattern or repair instructions call for it. After weaving, allow the reed to dry fully before trimming, staining, sealing, or painting.
For furniture repair, compare the width and profile of your old reed with this 1/4-inch flat-oval reed before starting. This helps the new material blend better with the existing wicker pattern and reduces the chance of loose or uneven weaving.
Finish, Care, and Project Tips
This natural rattan reed can be left unfinished for a classic craft look, or it can be stained or painted after testing on a small piece. If the finished item will be handled often, used near moisture, or placed in a covered outdoor area, consider applying an appropriate protective finish after the reed is fully dry.
Before ordering, confirm that the 1/4-inch flat-oval size matches your basket pattern or the reed already used in the repair area. This helps the coil fit the project without making the woven section look uneven.
