Instructions: How to fit your spindle when you receive them.
When your receive your spindles it needs to be properly fit
for best performance.
Follow the Guide below.
1. Unpack your spindles from the shipping box. Notice that we ship
USPS Priority Mail to
give you the fastest service for the cost. We found That Priority Mail not only benefits your bottom line but saves us from having to charge
you a packing fee. We are committed to your restoration by making it affordable
for you to use Spindles by Woodchairparts.
2. Examine your spindles. You can be assured that we are professionals and match profiles and colors the best we can. Every spindle is hand
turned and shaped. The use of duplicators is not an option when your spindle needs to match.
3. Examine the tennons. The tennons are pressure turned. A method developed by us. This will create a tight fit when glued by swelling the wood
of the tennons.
4. Dry fit the spindles in the mortises of the chair. We turn the tennons slightly larger then the
originals. This is because we know that the
hole size enlarges over time. If the tennons are to large which should be the case, you need to remove some of the tennon to fit the hole
properly.
A. You will notice that
the tennon ends are long when you receive the spindles. We would prefer that you
trim the ends to the depth of the hole that the tennon fits into. We what to
make sure that you do a proper installation. Cut to the correct length.
B. Obtain medium to coarse sand paper. Use a 2 inch square. Fold the square in half. This will give your
fingers gripping power. Wrap the paper around the tennon in a "U" shape. Grip the sand paper and tennon between you fore finger and thumb.
With the other hand twist the spindle completely around several times. Stop, Dry fit again. The spindle should slide in. If properly done you
will feel a vacuum being created. If still to tight repeat the procedure.
5. Now that it fits properly, lightly glue the tennon and the hole. Smear it with your fingers for an even coat. Insert in the mortise.
(Caution) you need to work fast. The wood will swell and create a bond fast. Using a clamp is the best way of insuring proper alignment.
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Congratulations. You are done.
Enjoy your restoration by saving a chair from a certain demise.
"Thank
you" for using woodchairparts.com. Dave.