Fiber Splint: Fiber Splint is made from natural brown kraft paper. It has the look of a Hickory splint when woven into chair seats. This product is also used in some Shaker reproduction weaves. This section of Fiber Splint is for 10 lb coils. The average size 14" x 14" chair seat uses 2-3 pounds of Fiber Splint. The 10lb coils are an excellent and cost-effective choice when weaving furniture sets.
This flat kraft paper product should only be used indoors. Do not soak this product in water. No finish like shellac is required after the seat is woven with the splint. Fiber splint is also used for basket making and assorted crafts. Fiber Splint is also known as Fibre Splint. The spelling of fiber is interchangeable and is referred to both ways in the industry.
Fiber Splint Sizes:
1/4" Fiber Splint: The smallest width of Fiber Splint available at HH Perkins.
3/8" Fiber Splint: The most common size of Fiber Splint used on a child's chair seat.
1/2" Fiber Splint: The most popular size of Fiber Splint on the market.
5/8" Fiber Splint: Brand new size available at HH Perkins! The most common size of splint is used in basket weaving.
3/4" Fiber Splint: The Largest size of Fiber Splint available at HH Perkins.
