Hello,
I wanted to see if someone could offer a suggestion of what type of hardware I need for this chair, I have included photos of where the hardware is missing (the back frame connection to sides of chair) and a photo of what the hardware looks like on a complete chair.
Thank you so much!
Some call them bolts. I call them machine screws. Either way, you'll need to determine appropriate length, diameter, type of head, and thread pitch. There are also spacers (originally brass) that go between the leg and back frames that need to be of the right inside diameter and length. The original (missing) machine screws likely had long un-threaded shanks. You'll need 4 pieces total, 2 bolts (or screws) and 2 spacers. A good local handyman or hardware store should be able to help you find suitable off-the-shelf replacements if you're unsure.
I've had a few of these chairs. I believe the spacer is a little thicker than 1/4". Maybe just buy a brass tube of the appropriate diameter, then cut it to get the exact length needed?
Hello,
Thank you very much for the replies, I was able to successfully find screws and spacers at my local hardware store. I am now wondering about more missing hardware that I noticed afterwards towards the front of the chair. At first I had thought that just thinner screws were needed, however I do not even see a hole on one side of the outer part of the chair (2nd photo). I do see a hole on the other outer part (4th photo). Right below this there are clearly wood pegs that hold the base part of the chair in (5th & 6th photo), perhaps I need some sort of wood pegs? I have attached photos to try to show all of this. All of your advice is greatly appreciated!
I've had a few of these chairs. I believe the spacer is a little thicker than 1/4". Maybe just buy a brass tube of the appropriate diameter, then cut it to get the exact length needed?
Hi, I wanted to see if you could help with my newest issue that I posted a few days ago, I probably should have quoted your post originally. Thank you!
Often those Selig chairs have wood screws that help fix the front seat framing to the front legs. If your chair had those, then there would be small holes on the inside of the leg where it meets the seat framing. Those screws on not required, but do give the chair a little "tighter" feel. Those screws are not exposed brass ones, so you can just find a proper screw length and screw in. I can't remember the proper length (maybe ~3"?). But check beforehand so you don't inadvertently screw through the outside face of the leg.
Often those Selig chairs have wood screws that help fix the front seat framing to the front legs. If your chair had those, then there would be small holes on the inside of the leg where it meets the seat framing. Those screws on not required, but do give the chair a little "tighter" feel. Those screws are not exposed brass ones, so you can just find a proper screw length and screw in. I can't remember the proper length (maybe ~3"?). But check beforehand so you don't inadvertently screw through the outside face of the leg.
I see. Thank you! As I mentioned there is a small hole on the inside of only one leg, it doesn't look like there is any threading on the this hole so I'm not sure how a screw would have even successfully gone in if that makes sense...
As noted earlier, screws through these holes are not required to use the chair. They just just help make the frames a little tighter so there is less joint movement when you sit down. If you're not comfortable putting them in, then you don't need to. I'm not sure what # diameter screws were used here. The best way to determine size is buying a range and see which one fits the best. I have a bunch of screws lying around my basement shop, so I don't really pay attention to specific diameters and lengths.
As noted earlier, screws through these holes are not required to use the chair. They just just help make the frames a little tighter so there is less joint movement when you sit down. If you're not comfortable putting them in, then you don't need to. I'm not sure what # diameter screws were used here. The best way to determine size is buying a range and see which one fits the best. I have a bunch of screws lying around my basement shop, so I don't really pay attention to specific diameters and lengths.
Yes, understood. It would preferable to have a tighter overall feel but I'm scared to possibly damage the bare wood. All of your help is appreciated greatly, I may have another question regarding the webbing soon!
As noted earlier, screws through these holes are not required to use the chair. They just just help make the frames a little tighter so there is less joint movement when you sit down. If you're not comfortable putting them in, then you don't need to. I'm not sure what # diameter screws were used here. The best way to determine size is buying a range and see which one fits the best. I have a bunch of screws lying around my basement shop, so I don't really pay attention to specific diameters and lengths.
Curious what you would advise for me here:
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