Alucain Natural Furniture

Caning services

Repair, restoration and replacement of woven cane on chairs, armchairs and other furniture.

Our services

The right answer for your piece.

Not every damaged seat needs to be replaced, and not every repair is worth making. We look at the weave, the frame and the age of the piece before recommending anything.

01

Cane Repair

Broken strands, sagging seats and small tears fixed before they spread.

A few snapped strands or a soft, sagging seat do not always mean starting over. When the surrounding weave is still sound, we work new cane into the existing pattern, re-tension the panel and secure loose edges or binding.

You get an honest assessment first: if a repair will not last, we will tell you and explain the alternatives.

  • Broken or missing strands
  • Sagging and stretched seats
  • Loose binding, spline and edges
  • Small holes and pet damage
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02

Cane Restoration

Antique and heirloom pieces brought back with period-correct weaving.

Older furniture deserves to be woven the way it was made. We study the original pattern, hole spacing and cane gauge, then rebuild the panel by hand so the piece keeps its character and its value.

New cane can be toned to sit comfortably with aged wood, and loose joints in the frame are stabilised so the new weave has a solid base.

  • Traditional hand-woven patterns
  • Antique chairs, rockers and settees
  • Tone matching to the existing finish
  • Frame checks and joint tightening
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03

Cane Replacement

Complete re-caning of seats, backs and panels — hand-woven or pressed cane.

When the cane is beyond saving, the old material is removed completely, the frame or groove is cleaned and a new panel is installed.

Seats with a row of drilled holes are woven strand by strand. Seats with a groove receive a new sheet of pressed cane webbing, set tight with a fresh spline. Either way, the result is a firm, even surface ready for daily use.

  • Hand-woven strand cane (hole-to-hole)
  • Pressed cane webbing with spline
  • Seats, backs and side panels
  • Single pieces or full dining sets
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What we work on

Chairs, armchairs — and much more.

If it has a woven cane panel, there is a good chance we can help.

  • Dining & side chairs

    Single chairs or complete sets, including bentwood and café chairs.

  • Armchairs & rockers

    Seats, backs and side panels on lounge chairs and rocking chairs.

  • Benches & settees

    Long seats and multi-panel backs woven to match across the piece.

  • Stools

    Bar stools, counter stools and footstools with cane tops.

  • Headboards

    Flat and curved cane panels for beds and daybeds.

  • Cabinets & screens

    Cane doors, sideboards, room dividers and radiator covers.

Good to know

Hand-woven or pressed cane?

A quick look at the edge of the seat tells you which kind you have. Not sure? Send a photo and we will tell you.

Hand-woven cane

If there is a row of small holes drilled all around the opening, the seat was woven by hand. Individual strands are laced through the holes, layer after layer, until they form the classic octagonal pattern.

Look for: holes around the frame, loops of cane underneath.

Pressed cane

If the cane disappears into a groove and is held by a narrow strip called a spline, it is pressed cane. A pre-woven sheet is soaked, pressed into the groove and locked in place as it dries tight.

Look for: a continuous groove and spline, no holes.

Questions

Frequently asked.

How do I get an estimate?

Use the quote form and attach a few photos: the whole piece, a close-up of the damage and the edge of the seat. We reply with a price and an explanation of the work. Estimates are free.

Can my cane be repaired, or does it have to be replaced?

It depends on how much of the weave is still sound. A few broken strands in otherwise healthy cane can often be repaired. Cane that is brittle, sagging everywhere or torn across the seat is usually better replaced — a patch would not last.

How long does caning take?

Hand-woven seats take many hours of work, and the cane needs time to dry and tighten. The time frame depends on the size of the panel and our current workload; we give you a realistic date with your estimate.

Will the new cane match my furniture?

New cane is naturally lighter than cane that has aged for decades. It can be toned to sit comfortably next to old wood, and it also darkens gently by itself over time.

How do I look after a cane seat?

Keep it away from radiators and strong direct sun, which dry the fibres out. Wipe it with a soft damp cloth from time to time, and never kneel or stand on a cane seat — it is made for sitting.

Free estimates

Have a piece that needs new cane?

Send a few photos and a short description. We will tell you what it needs and what it will cost — with no obligation.

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