A variety of textile projects use upholstery piping, from sofas to decorative pillows. Stitched to the edge of an upholstery project, piping borders the fabric. Piping uses a cord that’s called filler cord, piping cord, twist cord, or welting. It comes in a wide variety of colors and lengths. You can fill bias tape instead … Continue reading
Welt Cord and Its Uses A cord with a fabric cover is called a welt cord. These are used for a wide variety of upholstery projects such as pillows, sofas, and chairs. Their main function is to hide seams in fabric especially around corners and between materials that vary in thickness or density. DAPA Products … Continue reading
Using Metal Tacking Strips It can be a challenge to upholster furniture, but metal tacking strips can help. They’re placed beneath the furniture fabric and there are three kinds. Upholstery Strips For a straight edge on your upholstery, use upholstery tack strips. They don’t require staples and work great with more visible areas. Here’s how … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
As most homeowners know, having window screens installed during the spring and summer months is essential to enjoy the fresh air while not letting all the bees and flies in the home. However, over time, the screens will begin to wear out. For many homeowners fixing a screen may seem like a task for the … Continue reading
Building your window screen to renovate the look of your window is one of the best ways to revamp your home. A good window screen is something that every homeowner should look out for, considering that the windows form the focal point of your walls, and naturally, draw the most attention. To make things easier … Continue reading
