A twisted length of waxed paper cord in pale straw, its spiral wrap loosening into a frayed core at the cut end.
  • A single length of the cord bent into a wide arch, holding its curve and showing the tight spiral of the twist.

Danish cord is a 3-ply waxed paper cord. Used often by 21st-century chair makers for chair seats and woven panels on tables. Danish cord is great for ladderbacks or any chair with four round/squared seat rails, but not for converting from upholstered chairs or caned chairs.

Composition

Waxed paper cord

Handling Notes

  • Danish cord can be woven in various patterns, most commonly warp/weft or rush, which allows for multiple weaving methods, including single-layer panels with beading or L-shaped nails
  • Seating patterns can vary, with options like 2/2 or 4/4
  • Not suitable for outdoor chairs

Applications in Craft

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Provenance

Silver River Chairs, Weaverville, North Carolina. Acquired 2026.

In Use

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