Upholstery and Fabrics - Elasbelt webbing

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federal302
12-30-08, 09:21 PM
How much do I stretch Elasbelt webbing (single red stripe) on the seat of a dining chair?

The wood frame is approx. 17"X17".

Thanks for your help.

twelvepole
01-03-09, 08:28 AM
Are you using a webbing stretcher? This tool is used to stretch fabrics and webbing for a tight fit. It has metal spikes that grab webbing and allow for it to be pulled tight.
Shadeladie
01-03-09, 11:30 AM
OK, I don't know anything about Elasbelt, so I asked someone that does. :D
You need Webbing Pliers, and it should be stretched just so it's taut, not sagging, and applied in a basketweave style about an 1" apart.

federal302
01-03-09, 10:10 PM
Thanks for your replies. The chairs turned out fine. I pre-tensioned about 1/2". I found that wide jaw vice-grip pliers work great.