Product Details
- Product Type: Flat-oval rattan reed coil
- Reed Size: #1 / 1/8″ wide
- Quantity: 1 pound coil
- Approximate Length: About 560 feet
- Material: Peeled inner rattan reed
- Color: Natural
- Product Dimensions: 14 x 14 x 2 inches
- Item Model Number: UA-18FOR
- Item Weight: 1.1 pounds
- Best For: Basket weaving, wicker repair, chair caning, basket rims, lashing, wrapping, and DIY furniture projects
Best Uses for 1/8″ Flat-Oval Reed
This reed is a good choice for basket makers who need a narrow flat-oval material for clean weaving lines. It can be used in small baskets, decorative wraps, chair repair sections, and other craft projects where thinner flat reed gives better control.
For wider basket weaving or furniture repair work, 3/8 flat oval reed may be better when the project needs more coverage and a stronger flat profile.
If your project needs a much wider flat reed, 7/8 flat reed can be used for larger basket or wicker repair sections.
How to Prepare Before Weaving
Soak the reed in warm water before use so it becomes more flexible and easier to bend. Avoid oversoaking, because very wet reed may become harder to control while weaving.
After soaking, weave slowly around corners and curves to help reduce cracking or splitting. Let the finished piece dry fully before trimming, staining, or sealing.
For projects that need rounded spokes, handles, or frame support, 3 mm round reed for basket weaving can be compared with this flat-oval reed.
Choosing the Right Reed Shape
Flat-oval reed works well when you want a flatter surface with a slightly rounded top. It is useful for basket sides, rims, wrapping, and woven repair sections.
Round reed is better for spokes, frames, and rounded structural details. For stronger rounded basket parts, 4 mm round reed may be a better match.
For wider flat weaving and lashing work, 1/2 flat reed for basket weaving is another related option to check before choosing the final reed size.
Care and Storage Tips
Keep the reed coil stored in a dry place away from direct moisture. Do not crush or tightly bend the coil while storing it, because sharp bends can affect the reed shape.
Natural rattan reed may have slight color and thickness differences, so check the coil before starting a repair that needs an exact match with existing furniture or basket material.
