What are the parts of a gooseneck web stretcher?
What are the parts of a gooseneck web stretcher? |
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A gooseneck web stretcher is a fairly simple tool made up of a handle, gooseneck, spikes and a rubber protection. Find out more about the parts of a gooseneck web stretcher and their purposes by reading our helpful guide below. |
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Gooseneck web stretcher spikes |
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The gooseneck web stretcher has six spikes in the base of its head. These grip the webbing by piercing it and allow the webbing to be pulled tight. | |||
Gooseneck of a gooseneck web stretcher |
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The piece between the handle and head is called the gooseneck because it resembles the curve of a goose’s neck. | |||
Rubber protector on a gooseneck web stretcher |
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The head of the gooseneck web stretcher has a thin piece of ridged rubber attached to its tip. This piece of rubber sits against the surface of the object you are upholstering and protects it from the stretcher. It also prevents the stretcher from slipping whilst you work. | |||
Handle of a gooseneck web stretcher |
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The handle of the gooseneck web stretcher is pulled down by the user to stretch out the webbing. | |||
