Product Details
- Product type: Rattan reed / wicker weaving material
- Brand: Gerrit
- Material: Rattan
- Color: Natural
- Listed size: E 5mm
- Weight: 500g
- Package includes: 1 bundle of rattan reed
- Suggested use: Basket weaving, wicker repair, chair repair, DIY craft projects, furniture making, trays, handles, and home decor pieces
- Available size note: Product information also mentions 3mm, 3.5mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm, 5.5mm, and 6mm options, so confirm the selected size before ordering. If your project needs 3mm reed, choose the matching 3mm option instead of the listed E 5mm option.
Best Uses
Use this reed for weaving baskets, repairing worn wicker areas, wrapping handles, creating decorative edges, and making small handmade storage pieces where the listed 5mm thickness suits the pattern. It can also be used with a basket weaving kit when buyers want a guided project before working with loose reed material.
For basket makers who need a different reed shape or thickness, compare this item with reed for basket weaving or a flat reed coil before choosing the right material for the pattern. Round reed is often better for coiling and shaping, while flat reed is useful for wider woven surfaces.
Preparation and Weaving Notes
Soak the reed in warm water for about 30 minutes before weaving so it becomes more flexible and easier to bend. Test a short piece first, and do not force dry reed around tight corners because it may split, crack, or create uneven tension in the finished piece.
Cut only the amount needed for the section you are working on, then keep the remaining reed bundled and stored in a dry place. For furniture repair, measure the existing material carefully and check whether you need reed, binder cane, or cane webbing for chair repair before starting.
Care and Storage
Store unused reed in a clean, dry area away from direct sunlight and moisture. Natural rattan can have slight color, thickness, and surface variations, which is normal for reed-based weaving material.
After finishing a project, allow the woven item to dry naturally before trimming ends or applying any finish. Avoid keeping finished reed work in very damp areas for long periods.
What to Check Before Buying
Check the size carefully before ordering, because the product title and details mention different size references. The uploaded content lists the selected size as E 5mm, but buyers should still confirm whether they need 3mm, 5mm, or another reed size for their basket, chair, or wicker repair project.
Also confirm that the package includes one 500g bundle only and does not include tools, glue, patterns, clips, or instruction booklets unless listed separately. This is loose rattan reed material, not a complete basket kit or chair repair kit.
