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How to Add Casters to a Wingback Chair

This easy tutorial will take you step by step how to add casters to a Wingback chair. Or any chair that has sturdy legs.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Author: Esther I. Lewis
Cost: 20

Equipment

  • 1 Drill and 3/8" Drill Bit https://amzn.to/3Bdrzh9
  • 1 Hammer https://amzn.to/3DaOYSC
  • 1 Tape
  • 1 Pencil

Materials

Instructions

  • Step One: Turn your wingback chair upside down.
  • Step Two: Pull out any caps that are on the bottom of the legs (if there are any).
  • Step Three: Open the package of casters and pull out the threaded stems.
  • Step Four: Take the 3/8 drill bit and measure alongside the threaded stem.
  • Step Five: Take tape and wrap it around the 3/8 drill bit where you want the drill to stop when drilling into the legs.
  • Step Six: Take a pencil and mark an X on the bottom of the leg to find the center.
  • Step Seven: Drill a hole into the center, making sure only to go as deep as the tape allows.
  • Step Eight: Take the threaded stem and hammer it into the hole.
  • Step Nine: Place the caster into the stem and hammer it into the hole.
  • Step Ten: Give it a good tug to make sure it is securely placed inside.

Notes

Make sure to find casters that can handle the weight of the chair and anyone who sits in it. The ones I used hold 80 lbs. per caster which equals 320 lbs. overall.
Repeat the above instructions for all 4 legs!
You are now done!
Now, go get cozy in your Wingback office chair! How comfy is that?
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