Sling Replacement Measuring Instructions
Each patio furniture replacement sling we produce is custom made to your dimensions. No two chair frames are alike. There is no “industry standard” chair size so measure each chair carefully. Take a few minutes to inspect each chair frame for problems such as damaged rails, broken bolts, rusted bolts and stabilizer bars that are welded at the back of the frame. Repair any problem areas before ordering.
All patio chairs and chaises must be completely disassembled to install new replacement slings. Measurements should be taken while the fabric is still installed in the chair frame and all bolts are tight. PLEASE DO NOT MEASURE THE OLD SLING! The old sling has stretched over time and is not an accurate measurement. Our slings will not fit if you use measurements from the old sling. You must measure on the frame with fabric installed.
Slings We Do Not Make
Please note that we do not manufacture replacement slings with horizontal sling rails. This type of furniture usually has a separate top and bottom sling. The top sling will have horizontal sling rails and the bottom sling is usually tapered at the front of the chair. If you have this type of furniture DO NOT order replacement slings as they will not fit your frames. They are also very difficult to install.
How to Measure a One Piece Chair for Replacement Slings
Step 1 – Identify The Sling Rails
The sling rail is what holds the fabric in place on the chair frame. Every replacement sling has an open pocket on each side along the length of the sling. Plastic tubing or spline is then inserted into the pockets on each side of the sling. The replacement sling and spline are then inserted into each sling rail. This is the point just before the fabric begins to disappear into the sling rail.
When measuring the width we ask that measurements be taken at the CENTER OF THE RAIL. We realize there is additional fabric inside the rail and we account for this when making the new sling. Our replacement chair slings can stretch ½”-1″ when tightened on the chair frame. Sling fabrics are designed to stretch when installed on the frame.
Step 2 – Measure Top Width
Take a measurement about 5-7 inches down from the top of the chair frame. Most chairs have a natural tendency to fl air out at the very top but it’s usually not necessary to account for this. Use a soft tape measure and measure from center of one rail across to the opposite rail. Measure to the nearest 1/8″. When in doubt, round up to the nearest 1/8″. Record this measurement.
Step 3 – Measure Bottom Width
Next measure about 2-4 inches up from the bottom. A good place to measure is at the final set of bolts on the chair frame. In most scenarios the bottom width should match the top width, but it doesn’t have to so it’s always best to measure just in case. When in doubt, round up to the nearest 1/8″. Record this measurement.
Step 4 – Measure Length
When measuring the length of the sling rail start your tape measure at the very top of the sling rail where the end cap meets the metal frame.
You will need to measure every bit of the aluminum sling rail from the very top to the bottom carefully following the contour of the sling rail. Use these three measurements when ordering replacement slings on our website.
How to Measure a Two Piece Chair for Replacement Slings
All the replacement slings that we produce are made to customer specifications. Due to this fact, sling measurements need to be taken by the customer as accurately as possible. These instructions will provide you with the necessary details on how to take and accurate measurement of your outdoor patio furniture.
We recommend always measuring the actual chair frame whenever possible. Measuring existing slings removed from the chair frame typically wields inaccurate measurements as the sling has already been stretched and worn. Measurements may be taken on the chair frame with either the original sling installed or removed. However, in order to achieve accurate results, it is imperative that the rails of the frame and all spreader bars be intact and tightened before measuring.
We require all of our customers, seeking replacement chair slings, to provide the length and width of both the top and bottom pieces of the two piece chair frame. We will begin by measuring the top portion of the outdoor two piece chair frame. When measuring the top portion of an outdoor two piece chair frame, two measurements for width and one for length must be taken to accurately produce perfect fitting replacement slings.
Step 1 – Identify The Sling Rail
When measuring the width we ask that measurements be taken at the CENTER OF THE RAIL. We realize there is additional fabric inside the rail and we account for this when making the new sling. Our replacement chair slings can stretch ½”-1″ when tightened on the chair frame. Sling fabrics are designed to stretch when installed on the frame.
Step 2 – Chaise Back – Measure the Top & Bottom Width
Take a measurement about 6 inches down from the top of the chaise back. Most chaise backs have a natural tendency to fl air out at the very top but it’s usually not necessary to account for this. Use a soft tape measure and measure from the center of one sling rail across to the opposite. Round your measurement up to the nearest 1/8″ inch and record this measurement.
Step 3 – Chaise Back – Measure Back Length
When measuring the length of the chaise back sling rail simply start your soft tape measure at the very top of the sling rail where the end cap meets the metal frame. Start at the top and measure down to the very end of the sling rail where the end cap meets the metal frame. Be sure to follow the contour of the chaise back when measuring. This completes the measurements for the chaise back.
Step 4 Chaise Bottom – Measure Front & Back Width
Measure the width of the bottom or seat of the chaise lounge. To measure the back of the chaise bottom, place your measuring tape a few inches away from the end of the sling rail near the fi rst set of bolts on the seat of the chaise lounge. For the front width, measure a 6 or 8 inches from the end of the sling rail, near where the bolts attach the rail to the frame. Measure both areas by rounding up to the closest 1/8”and record..
Step 5 Chaise Bottom – Measure Bottom Length
Place your measuring tape on top of the metal sling rail and measure from end to end. Round up to the closest 1/4”.
Note: If your chair has a slight taper of a quarter inch or less from top to bottom, keep in mind that this is most likely due to the natural movement of the sling rails.
We recommend that our customers provide one overall measurement as often as possible as most chaise frames are made square with the exception of a few with evident tapers of a half inch or more.
Be sure to measure all of the pieces in your set as some of them may differ in size. If the sizes vary by a random quarter or eighth of an inch here and there, please provide an average overall measurement for all pieces in the set as they should be made at one standard size.
Each replacement patio furniture replacement sling we produce is custom made to your dimensions. No two chair frames are alike. There is no “industry standard” chair size so measure each chair carefully. Measurements should be taken while the fabric is still installed in the chaise lounge frame and all bolts are tight. DO NOT MEASURE THE OLD SLING! The old sling has stretched over time and is not an accurate measurement. Our slings will not fit if you use measurements from the old sling. You must measure on the frame with fabric installed.
DOUBLE CHECK YOU MEASUREMENTS BEFORE YOU PLACE YOUR ORDER! Replacement slings are non-returnable and non-refundable if made to your specifications. Make certain that the measurements you provide are accurate before placing an order. Remember the old saying “measure twice, cut once.” All measurements should be made to the nearest eighth inch at all times. Do not make any adjustments to the measurements that you take. Our sewiers will add the necessary seam allowances for the length and width.
NEED HELP? If you are not sure how to measure your old patio furniture cushions, please contact us. We will gladly help you through the measurement process.
LEAD TIMES FOR CUSTOM MADE REPLACEMENT SLINGS WILL VARY
Please call to find out our lead time for custom made replacement slings, During peak season March – August, lead times may be longer than usual. If you are having a party or event, please plan ahead. We do not accept rush orders.
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