Decorative nails

Decorative nails are a small detail with a big effect. They give an upholstered sofa, chair, or armchair a classic or vintage finish and hide the edge where the fabric is secured. At BLADI, you can buy decorative nails per 100 pieces in a blister pack, in bronze, black, gold, antique gold, mottled antique gold, copper, matte silver, and shiny silver. Each blister pack contains one color. In addition, there is a decorative nail strip 1 meter long and 9.5 mm wide, supplied with 20 nails, for a row at a fixed distance.

When choosing, first look at the fabric and the style of the furniture. A warm finish such as bronze, antique gold, or copper suits a classic or vintage interior. Black provides a cool, modern accent, and shiny silver or gold creates a chic look.

• Classic or vintage sofa and armchair: bronze, antique gold or mottled antique gold provide a patinated, warm look.
• Modern furniture in grey or black: choose matte black or silver for a subtle accent.
• Velvet in deep colours: gold or silver sheen stands out and provides a luxurious finish.
• Long, straight edge: use the 1-metre decorative nail strip. This is faster and neater than placing each nail individually.
• Individual accents or a custom pattern: choose individual decorative nails, so you can determine the spacing and design yourself.

Combine them with faux leather, velvet or chenille upholstery fabrics from our range. A graceful border of piping and rope is a beautiful complement.

Decorative nails are suitable for more than just a decorative border. You can use them to decorate furniture, secure upholstery, embellish art projects, and finish woodwork. Think of a row along the seat of a dining chair, the edge of a headboard, the armrests of an armchair, or an upholstered chest. They are also a great way to cover fabric edges when reupholstering old furniture and to give it a new look.

First, draw the line along which you will place the nails using a pencil and a ruler, and determine the distance between the nails. Divide the length of the edge by that distance to calculate the number of nails and order slightly more than you need so that you have a reserve if a nail bends. Tap the nails straight into the wooden frame under the fabric using a small hammer. Work carefully, especially with faux leather and velvet, so that the fabric is not damaged. Test on a scrap piece of fabric first.

Are you attaching the fabric yourself while upholstering? Then also take a look at our range of staple guns and staples. Are you unsure about the color or quantity? Send a photo via WhatsApp or visit our showroom in Antwerp, and we will place the trim next to your fabric.