Jasper, AL – DAPA Products, manufacturer of upholstery and fenestration products, shares ideas on how to take upholstered furniture and furnishings to the next level with welt cords. DAPA Products innovated the industry with the launch of Foam Welt Cord and Foam Screen Spline, which reduced the incidents of carpal tunnel syndrome in workers who … Continue reading
If you’d like to make custom holiday pillows, you can use welt cord, which is also known as piping, and can be obtained from welt cord suppliers. Here’s a few tips on how to get started using the welt cord in your custom holiday pillow project. 1. Fabric Type and Size Choose a wide cord … Continue reading
Ideas to Add Piping to Your Projects What is it that makes a decorating project stand out? Trimmings! Well-chosen accents make all the difference and show off your creativity. Braided welt cord makes an easy, yet stunning, statement that makes friends ask, “you made that?” Braided cord manufacturing companies like DAPA Products makes a variety … Continue reading
What Screen Spline to Use & How to Repair Your Door You will absolutely avoid stress during the summer season by repairing broken or torn screens on your doors and windows. During the summer and autumn months, insects attempt to enter your home. If they find a tear in your window or door screen, they’re … Continue reading
Furniture as we know it today was influenced from previous cultures and periods throughout the world. For instance, during the Middle Ages, they began to experiment with welted cushions. Even the Spanish Court showcased elaborately decorated cushions using welting. In France, welted cushions were used in decorating furniture for the king. We can state that, … Continue reading
Do you have a ripped screen on your window or door? Ready to fix it? Not sure how? DAPA Products can help. Although life throws obstacles in our way, it’s how we deal with them that counts. If the screen on your door or window is torn or ripped, we can help you fix it. … Continue reading
If your window screen is no longer working, you’ll need to replace the screen by using foam screen spline. Screen spline secures the screen frame in place. Foam screen spline makes it easier to change the screen and secure it in place because it is flexible. Foam screen spline makes an excellent substitute over rigid … Continue reading
Different types of welt piping can add the perfect touch to upholstered furniture, cushions, and pillows. The options for welt piping can be overwhelming when it comes time to choose the kind you would like for your DIY project. Let’s consider the different options and questions you will be faced with for your next project, … Continue reading
Outdoor cushions are accessories that give a house a fresh look. They are as crucial as other furniture to provide a cohesive look. Outdoor cushions can be made more attractive by use of welt cords. In the technique, a welt cord is put along the lining of the outdoor cushion. This technique is not always … Continue reading
Screens and windows are protective for homeowners. If a single tear or hole is found on the screen or window, then you are left vulnerable to bugs and any animals small enough to climb inside the home. With screens and windows, this could lead to costly damage on the walls by water, potential invasion by … Continue reading
A welt cord is a cord with a fabric cover sewn over it. Attached to the seams of upholstery pieces such as pillows, sofas and chairs, welt cords lend a finished, more tailored look. When deciding between the type of welt cord to use in upholstered pieces, DAPA Products offers a buying guide to make … Continue reading
Screened windows can let good things like cool breezes in. They can also keep out annoying things from outside like bugs, birds, and animals. DAPA Products, a screen repair kit and bug flap manufacturer, would like to remind you of the importance of checking the condition of your screens to get ready for the summer. … Continue reading
With summer quickly breezing in, updating and revamping your patio furniture for all those cookouts and parties is a must. Since the furniture will be on your patio or outdoor area, you want to choose a frame and cushions that are durable. Most cording for outside furniture is made from foam, which lasts in any … Continue reading
When repairing or replacing screens on doors or windows, it’s important to have the proper materials at hand. These materials typically include a mesh screen, screen spline or vinyl that are flexible, yet strong. Tools can include measuring tape and a pair of scissors to assist with cutting and aligning the screen. Doing your research … Continue reading
