Hi Birch
Just one more way,, I use some bar clamps and drive the lock pin out of them so I can use them backwards, just drive/pull the end off then slip it back on but backwards, that way I can push with them, the cheap ones work the best for me on this type of job..
You can get a chair repair kit that has all you need in it,,,but most don't work,, glue on old glue will not hold to long...
I use a hot wet sponge on old chairs because most of the old type chairs used raw hide glue that was a water base glue....
You must go slow and easy but they will come apart with a light tap with a raw hide/rubber hammer, it's best to take them out and clean off the old glue but just do one or two items at a time...
Once one end is free you can turn the item to break the glue joint but with care, hot water is the key...you can also use a tea pot/kettle if you have one on had (steam will do the trick also)
I should note*** a work bence with a end vise and dogs works well to take them down to parts...same thing use it backwards, but with a rag or two over the dogs don't want to miss up the chairs with a deep mark in it.
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Originally Posted by Birch We have some solid old chairs, probably 1930's vintage, that are getting loose. I'd like to tighten them up before they get any worse. Can you fellas guide me to an information source? I suppose the best way would be to totally disassemble them and reglue. If so, I would like suggestions on getting them apart without wrecking them!! Thanks for any advice.  |