Fiber Splint: Fiber Splint is made from natural brown kraft paper. When woven into chair seats, it resembles a hickory splint. This product is also used in some Shaker reproduction weaves. This section of Fiber Splint is for 35lb Reels. The average size 14" x 14" chair seat uses 2-3 pounds of Fiber Splint. The 35lb Reels are an excellent and cost-effective choice when weaving furniture sets and large-scale weaving projects.
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 product's spelling is interchangeable and referred to both ways in the industry.
Fiber Splint 35lb Reel 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.
