CANE BINDING
Same material as traditional caning, but thicker and attaches around rungs or a removable frame
WHAT IS IT? Cane Binding refers to a technique of caning that is specific to tightness of the cane weave and the way the cane attaches to the wood - by wrapping around rungs. The cane is tightly woven in a Herringbone, New England porch rocker, or other pattern; strand by strand all by hand. This is an excellent choice for chair backs as both sides can be beautiful and finished.
MATERIAL: Cane is produced from the peeled-off bark of rattan which naturally grows in Southeast Asia. The strips of bark, also known as the skin, are cut into cane strips of uniform width and depth. I also add high density upholstery foam to the inside of herringbone pattern seats to help prolong the life of the weave. Cane Binding uses a thicker cut of the bark than traditional Hand and Sheet Caning.
COLOR: Cane is a natural material and varies in color from strand to strand. When the cane is brand new it is a light blond color and will darken with age and oxidation to a deep honey color. Information on color matching cane CLICK HERE
MATERIAL: Cane is produced from the peeled-off bark of rattan which naturally grows in Southeast Asia. The strips of bark, also known as the skin, are cut into cane strips of uniform width and depth. I also add high density upholstery foam to the inside of herringbone pattern seats to help prolong the life of the weave. Cane Binding uses a thicker cut of the bark than traditional Hand and Sheet Caning.
COLOR: Cane is a natural material and varies in color from strand to strand. When the cane is brand new it is a light blond color and will darken with age and oxidation to a deep honey color. Information on color matching cane CLICK HERE
Herringbone
Herringbone weaves are very tightly woven and make for a solid seat. Not recommended for chairs used outdoors. I offer this weave in a 3/3 and 4/4 tightness. Anything loser than a 4/4 tends to be easily snagged with use and not recommended.
2/2 Herringbone (not currently offered)
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3/3 Herringbone
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4/4 Herringbone
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Added Padding for Herringbone Weaves
When weaving Herringbone pattern seats, upholstery padding is added to the interior of the seat. When the weaving is complete the padding will not show. This helps the top and back weaving of the seat work in tandem and extends the life span of the weave.
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New England Porch
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Traditional New England Porch weave is the best bet for chairs and rockers that will be used on covered porches, but are also often used indoors as well. This weave gives a bit more than Herringbone. Padded seats are not an option with this weave as there are spaces that allow the weave to breathe.
While this is the best bet weave for use outdoors, care must be taken to make sure it is not kept in intense sunlight or left wet and damp- both will drastically shorten the lifespan. This weave is most famously seen on John F Kennedy's rocker used in the Oval Office to help with his back issues- prompting similar rockers to be called "Kennedy Rockers". |
Other weaving patterns offered:
- Adirondack Rustic
- Diamond
- Chevron
Selection of Cane Binding Before + Afters
Herringbone Weave
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Delaware Chair Co
Made in Delaware, OH from 1870-1935
They produced chairs for use in schools, universities, institutions, hotels that were sold around the world. They became a major manufacturer after the Chicago fire
They produced chairs for use in schools, universities, institutions, hotels that were sold around the world. They became a major manufacturer after the Chicago fire
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New England Porch Weave
New England Porch Weave back and Herringbone seat for former Mayor Lashutka's home
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Emza's Chair Caning Columbus, Ohio. By appointment at: (614)906-4363
