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Old Posted: 31-10-2015 , 12:32 AM #4
Eibhlin ni Sheambrai
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Default recycling chairs

Hi Emma, first thing to decide is: Do you want to keep the leather or are you happy to let it go? If you are happy to let it go then you can relax and get on with the project. From the photos, it looks as if the leather at the back is a style statement. Also it looks as if the seats are put on after the back was done. Check underneath to see if there are fixings attaching the seat to the metal frame. These could be screws into the wood of the seat, or maybe an allen key is needed. Whatever you remove, put in a bag or box and label. Taking photos is also helpful to remind you where you got the bits. To cover the seats in a fabric of your choice. You will need, fabric, scissors and a staple gun. If the seat leather is in good condition, leave it there as it will waterproof the seat against spills and protect the foam underneath. Next to the back. you could remove the leather up as far as the seat level. Metal can be painted with spray paint (outside, with a mask on) Spray paint is best if you do not want brush streaks. Again easiest option may be to leave the leather in place and make loose covers to slip over the back, tying with ribbons or cord made from the fabric. (Something a bit like a pillowcase if you get what I mean).This means you can remove them for washing. Danger of removing the leather from the back is the chair might fall apart. You would need to upholster with a tough fabric to be able to lean back in the chair without the two supports going awry.
Anyway have fun, take loads of photos and if it all goes wrong, watch out for some more chairs going free on JT and start again!! Happy Crafting.
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