Product Details
- Product name: Commonwealth Basket Reed Spline #9-1/4-Inch by 72-Inch
- Spline size: #9
- Approximate spline width: 1/4 inch
- Approximate length: 72 inches
- Material style: wedge-shaped reed spline
- Color/finish: natural
- Product dimensions listed: 6.4 x 0.3 x 6.4 inches
- Shipping weight listed: 0.32 ounces
- Best use: pressed cane seat repair, cane webbing installation, and grooved chair seats
- Category: Basket Making Supplies
What This Reed Spline Is Used For
Reed spline is installed around the edge of a pressed cane area after the cane webbing is placed into the groove. It helps lock the webbing in position and gives the repair a clean finished border.
Use this spline with cane webbing when repairing chairs, cabinet panels, or other projects that have a groove around the opening. If you are working on a chair with drilled holes instead of a groove, a chair caning kit or hand-caning supplies may be the better choice.
Fit And Compatibility
Check the existing groove and old spline before starting the repair. The spline should press into the groove firmly without forcing it too hard. If the spline is too large, it may damage the groove or sit too high. If it is too small, it may not hold the cane webbing securely.
For best results, remove old spline carefully with a caning chisel before cleaning the groove. Make sure the groove is free from old glue, broken reed, and dust before installing the new spline.
Installation Notes
Soak or dampen the cane webbing as recommended before installation so it becomes easier to stretch and fit. Press the webbing into the groove first, then add glue as needed and tap the spline into place evenly around the seat.
Trim the spline ends carefully so the finished edge looks smooth. Allow the repair to dry fully before using the chair or placing weight on the caned area.
Buyer Guidance
Choose this product if your project needs #9 reed spline in a 1/4-inch size. For a complete seat repair, compare your project with a cane caned seat replacement repair kit if you also need webbing, wedges, spline, and instructions together.
