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Title: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: faf on August 02, 2016, 04:32:34 AM

Hi everyone! I was wondering if someone would be able to help me with my recent purchase of this Eastlake style Rocking Chair.  One of the flat coil springs has broken and I need to replace it!  I have tried some local Upholsterers but they are unable to help. Does anyone know where I could get a replacement?  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Fiona

Title: Re: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: ssf2 on August 02, 2016, 04:54:48 AM

Maybe antique-hardware.com has one that will work? Not sure if they have this style, but they have replacement parts for platform rockers.

I also saw something a long time ago about a similar problem (but it had no photo) and they had one made by an auto repair shop. You may have to find a place that will copy yours and make a new one.

The other option would be to find a chair that is beyond salvage, but has a good spring, and use that one.

Title: Re: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: faf on August 02, 2016, 07:54:13 AM

ok. will try those options.  thank you for your help.

Title: Re: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: mart on August 02, 2016, 08:58:42 AM

You can usually find anything you need on ebay !! 

Title: Re: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: cogar on August 02, 2016, 08:58:52 AM

You might have to take the “broken” spring to a metal fabrication shop to see iffen they can make you a new one to fit that spring hub.

Or, a good, ole-timey blacksmith could make one for you. (which might be your best option.)

Title: Re: Eastlake Rocking Chair problem!
Post by: KC on August 04, 2016, 04:44:32 PM

You two are on a roll here lately!  Doing good with info!