Part 7 - Removing the outside back
with MICAELA SHARP
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An outside back can be secured in lots of different ways, so take your time to work out how you can release it.
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Part 7- Removing the Outside Back
An outside back can be secured in lots of different ways, so take your time to work out how you can release it.
- The outside back might be attached with tacks, in which case these can be popped out with a mallet and tack remover. If it's been sewn, you'll need to unpick the seam with a Stanley knife or seam unpicker.
- Once you're able to fold back the outside back fabric, you'll be able to understand a bit more about how the chair has been put together and what you need to release next to continue stripping it back.
- Remove and discard any old back tack card. Assess the condition of existing foam and hessian; you may be able to keep the existing foam, but I would always advise replacing the hessian. Always keep the original springs.
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Micaela Sharp
Sustainable designer and modern upholstery expert. TV presenter and interior design judge.
Micaela Sharp is a professional upholsterer, interior designer and broadcaster who champions the art of reupholstery and its ability to breathe new life into pre-loved furniture. Growing up, Micaela learnt both carpentry and sewing skills from her grandparents. It was this knowledge, alongside a passion for sustainability and longevity, that inspired her to take up upholstery and set up her own practice. Whether it’s designing furniture from scratch, reimagining a tired armchair into an heirloom to be cherished for years to come, or creating a room scheme layered with fabric and colour, Micaela brings her unique creativity and inventive flair to every project.
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