How to repair broken leg on rattan chair?

[annieerbs]

I got given this beautiful rattan chair. One of the front legs is broken. Looking for advice in how to repair this leg.

 

 

[annieerbs]

Thanks Dave! Yep that's my plan so far. Think I can manage the rattan if the legs are replaced professionally 

[annieerbs]

Hi @Dave-1 thanks for your ideas. Ive found a man who is willing to look at the chair/leg si fingers crossed he can work out a way to fix it.

You mentioned to make a mixture and soak the rattan before applying? Can you explain that please?

Appreciate your help

Annie

[MitchellMc]

Hi @annieerbs,

"Maybe a mixture of your winding and the mens shed knowledge" It sounds like @Dave-1 was talking about utilising both your knowledge and that of the local Men's shed to repair the item, not an actual mixture of fluids. I'm sure he can confirm for us, though.

Mitchell

[Dave-1]

Morning @annieerbs and @MitchellMc 

Yeah I was talking about a mixyure of your work with the windings and the mens shed work withthe leg Thanks @MitchellMc . With the ratten I have heard people soak it for a period of time in water to soften it. Then wind it while wet and as it dries it tightens a little more. I would test it out on something before attempting the final fix just to be safe.

Dave

[annieerbs]

Thanks Mitch! Now i feel silly...

I thought it may have been an idea to moisten the rattan when winding so as to make it more plyable. I was able to buy seagrass cord which is the exact size of the existing cord.

Annie

[MitchellMc]

Easy mistake @annieerbs, as you typically wet the cordage before applying, as when it dries, it shrinks and locks everything in position.

Mitchell

[annieerbs]

Yes! I did think that, but it always good to have my thoughts verified! Hope i get it finished and can show you guys!