Nickel Furniture Casters, wheel 1-1/4 inch

Nickel Vintage Casters are a common size for large chairs and average size tables and chests.  They are solidly constructed to provide easy mobility and long lasting durability. Simple yet versatile style harmonizes with vintage and modern furniture. Plate-type design provides added support, as the plate that the leg sits on, distributes the weight creating a more stability and a secure connection.

Nickel Furniture Casters

• Wheel Diameter: 1-1/4"
• Wheel Width: 1/2"
• Raises Furniture: 1-1/2"
• Plate Diameter: 1-1/8" x 1/8" Thick
• Stem: 1/4" Diameter x 1" Height
• Load capacity: 200 pounds per caster

If updating vintage furniture, replace all casters. This insures uniform height, style & appearance.

These furniture casters are expertly made of nickel-plated brass. Each is solid, made from substantial castings. The finish is sleek and polished. Caster swivels at swivel-joint between fork and leg plate.  These premium casters are made for years of service. The combination of nickel and brass offers enhanced protection against tarnish and corrosion. This caster is  a beautiful silver color.

Install Plate Type Caster

• Casters should be installed perpendicular to the floor.
• Drill hole, depth of steel drive stem, using drill bit a hair smaller in diameter than caster stem.
• Gently tap threaded drive stem up into leg. Stem should fit snug but not tight, in hole.
• Outside diameter of mounting plate should not be larger than furniture leg diameter. Mark location of plate screw holes in bottom of leg.
• Remove caster. Pre-drill pilot holes for brass screws.
• Insert caster stem back up into leg.
• Attach caster plate to bottom of furniture leg with screws. Stem keeps caster from wobbling. Screws hold caster to furniture leg

Load Capacity, caster strength and stability is directly related to correct installation. If a caster is incorrectly installed it will-not be strong or serviceable.