White Riempie DIY
See this shrt tutorial on Youtube: https://youtu.be/C8lXnMruJvI
White riempies, 10 pack
Caring for your white riempies
Keep Your White Riempie Chairs Looking Pristine! ✨ White riempie chairs add such a classic touch, but keeping them clean can be a head-scratcher! Easy; focus on gentle care: Dust…
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Complete restore - wood and rattan Complete restore - wood and rattan Ladderback chair seat wrapped with seagrass Ladderback chair, sent to me from East London, to get the seat…
Passionate about what I do…
I recently had an incident where I quoted a customer to replace rattan in the chair back. She lived some way out and decided to use someone closer, although R350…
What is Patina? And why should you leave it?
Patina on wood is the natural finish that develops on wood surfaces over time, resulting from exposure to sunlight, air, moisture, and human touch. This gradual evolution creates a richness…
If you suffer from *FOMO, make sure you don’t miss this one!
FOMO*? *Fear Of Missing Out Well, don't miss this one! Shockingly low prices coming on white riempie repairs and cane webbing repairs. Check back tomorrow morning (21 May) for details.…
Restoration of a handwoven Bentwood chair in progress.
Why come to Rattan and Riempie for restoration?
So, what can Rattan and riempie offer that others don't? I still do handwoven rattan. Most restorers shy away from it because it is an exhausting, labour intensive job using very expensive materials. But yes I still do handweaving and I will continue to do it as long as people ask for it.
The Enduring Art of Riempie Chairs: Understanding the Difference Between Raw and White Alum Riempies
The riempie chair, with its distinctive woven leather seat, is a piece of furniture deeply rooted in South African history and craftsmanship. These chairs, known for their durability and comfort,…
Colored riempies now available
I am excited to announce a very expanded riempie range. Over the years I always had requests for colored riempies. The suppliers I had were not interested. If I bought…
150 year old chair restored
I just finished restoring this old beauty. Unfortunately no more antique value as the handweaving was already converted to pressed cane. Something I strongly advise against because if not done…