Seagrass Woven Chair Restoration
Caning Canada
Goi Ponti Style chairs woven in seagrass, Ottawa, ON
Breathe new life into your rustic coastal or modern furniture with Caning Canada’s premier seagrass weaving services, perfect for restoring Gio Ponti, Peter Hvidt, and Borge Mogensen chairs with sustainable, natural Asian seagrass.
Choose seagrass for your ladderback chairs—an eco-friendly option for Toronto restorations.
Ideal for those querying “seagrass chair restoration Canada” or “eco-friendly furniture weaving Alberta BC,” our process is simple: text 403-613-5801 with your project details for a free estimate.
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'I don’t usually write reviews, but I feel compelled to write one about Caning Canada. I am beyond impressed by the quality of the weaving done by David and Laurie on my 1955 Børge Mogensen chairs. It is superb! And the service was equally good; Laurie told me last fall that they would be in Ottawa in June, and sure enough, I got an email in early June telling me they had arrived. We made an appointment at 11:00 am to meet in the parking lot of the campground where they are staying, and they arrived on the dot at 11. Three days later, Laurie emailed me to tell me the chairs were ready, and I picked them up the next day. Thank you so much David and Laurie.' - Jean, Ottawa
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Seagrass Woven Chair Restoration
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Porch chair woven in seagrass, Vancouver, BC
Seagrasses are the only flowering plants able to live in seawater and pollinate while submerged.
They often grow in large groups, giving the appearance of a terrestrial grassland or underwater meadow.
The seagrass used in chair weaving comes from Asia.
The seagrass is twisted to form a green rope material when newly woven and will brown as it ages.
Seagrass is a coarser and more rigid material than the Danish cord material.
The diameter of seagrass varies drastically within a coil. Because of this, the number of wraps can vary between chairs, and the pattern can have gaps if woven in the rushing or envelope weave.
It tends to sit more proudly and offers beautiful tones in the twisted grass.
Seagrass can be woven in different patterns, as shown above; however, many chairs are designed to accept a specific gauge or size of material and pattern.
Some exceptions to this rule are ladderback chairs and stools.
Eco-friendly seagrass weaving in Canada.
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Giovanni (Gio) Ponti Woven Chairs
Gio Ponti Chair Woven in the Basket Weave Pattern, Vancouver, B.C.
Giovanni (Gio) Ponti - 1891–1979
1927 - The Cassina brothers founded their company, Cassina, in Meda, Italy.
1935 - The company was renamed Figli di Amadeo Cassina.
1951 - Cassina produced Gio Ponti's first Model 646 Leggera (light) chair, inspired by the light ladderback chairs with woven seats designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi in 1807.
1957 - The birth of the award-winning Model 699 Superleggera (super light) was designed while Cassina was outfitting luxury ship liners with Gio Ponti. The chair weighed in at just 1.7 kg. The frames were produced at Cassina’s factory and then transported to Chiavari, where the seats were woven in cane by pieceworkers or seat weavers.
Gio Ponti seagrass chair repair Canada.
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Borge Mogensen Woven Chairs
Børge Mogensen was born in Aalborg, Denmark, 1914 - 1972
He began his studies in furniture design at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen in 1936.
Borge Mogensen made the concept of “Danish Modern” known worldwide.
Revive your Model 157 armchair with the rushing weave in seagrass—perfect for Vancouver bookings, honouring 1950s Danish design.
Armchair Model 157
Mid-Century Børge Mogensen Armchair Model 157, woven in seagrass for Søborg Møbelfabrik 1954.
Model 537 Oresund Chair
Model 537 Oresund chairs were designed by Borge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Söner, 1955.
These chairs stem from the first production period. The design was inspired by American Shaker furniture. It is made of oiled oak and paper cord.
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Chair J39
This is Mogensen’s most famous chair.
The J39 Chair earned the nickname ‘The People’s Chair’ for its simplicity and versatility in 1947.
The vision was to create high-quality functional furniture at a reasonable price to make the ideas of simple modernism popular among the people.
Mogensen decided that the furniture should all be based on established cabinet-maker’s principles, using local production without compromising on quality.
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What is seagrass weaving, and how does Caning Canada use it?
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Seagrass weaving uses natural, durable seagrass for chair seats. Caning Canada applies it for rustic and modern furniture restorations.
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Can Caning Canada repair seagrass furniture that is fraying or damaged?
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How durable is seagrass weaving for furniture restoration?
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Seagrass weaving by Caning Canada is highly durable, ideal for daily use, with a natural texture that enhances furniture beauty.
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What types of furniture are best for seagrass weaving at Caning Canada?
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Seagrass is ideal for chairs and stools with rustic or coastal designs, expertly woven by Caning Canada for lasting results.
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How do I maintain seagrass furniture after Caning Canada’s restoration?
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Vacuum or brush seagrass seats regularly and clean with a damp cloth to maintain their appearance and durability.
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Is seagrass weaving environmentally friendly at Caning Canada?
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Yes, Caning Canada uses natural, sustainable seagrass, ensuring eco-friendly restorations for environmentally conscious clients.
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Can I send my seagrass furniture to Caning Canada for restoration?
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Yes, Caning Canada accepts mailed seagrass furniture for restoration, with shipping instructions on CaningCanada.com.
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What makes seagrass a good choice for seat weaving?
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Seagrass is a natural, eco-friendly material that’s flexible and durable, perfect for creating textured seats on chairs or stools. It’s ideal for rustic or coastal styles. For “seagrass seat weaving Canada,” Caning Canada offers professional services—book now to restore your furniture.
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What maintenance is required for seagrass woven seats?
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Seagrass seats need occasional dusting and avoidance of excessive moisture to last for years.
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Where to find seagrass weaving services in Alberta, British Columbia or Ontario?
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Caning Canada provides mobile seagrass weaving in Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, and surrounding areas. Our artisan approach ensures quality. Querying “seagrass weaving Alberta BC”? Call 403-613-5801 to book your weaving job.
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