How to measure

Watch the video, or follow these 3 quick steps.

  1. 1 Check your chair leg shape.
  2. 2 Measure across the bottom in millimetres.
  3. 3 Pick the closest matching size.

Still unsure? Tap the chat button, or email info@chaircapsaustralia.com.au with a photo of your chair leg next to a ruler.

Sled Chair LegsHow to measure your sled chair rails
Round Chair LegsHow to measure your circular chair legs
Square Chair LegsHow to measure your square chair legs
FAQ

Common measuring questions

What should I use to measure my chair legs?

Use a ruler or tape measure that shows millimetres. Measure the bottom of the chair leg where it touches the floor. A ruler is usually easiest because a few millimetres can change the fit.

Use a ruler or tape measure that shows millimetres. Measure the bottom of the chair leg where it touches the floor. A ruler is usually easiest because a few millimetres can change the fit.

Should I measure in millimetres or centimetres?

Please measure in millimetres. For example, if the bottom of your chair leg measures 30mm across, choose the 30mm size.

Please measure in millimetres. For example, if the bottom of your chair leg measures 30mm across, choose the 30mm size.

How do I measure round chair legs?

Measure straight across the widest part of the bottom of the chair leg. This is the diameter. If the leg is slightly angled or tapered, measure the part that sits closest to the floor.

Measure straight across the widest part of the bottom of the chair leg. This is the diameter. If the leg is slightly angled or tapered, measure the part that sits closest to the floor.

How do I measure square or rectangular chair legs?

For square legs, measure one side across the bottom. For rectangular legs, measure both the width and depth at the bottom, such as 30mm x 40mm.

For square legs, measure one side across the bottom. For rectangular legs, measure both the width and depth at the bottom, such as 30mm x 40mm.

What if my front and back chair legs are different sizes?

Check all chair legs before ordering. Some chairs have different front and rear leg sizes, so you may need two sizes. If you are unsure, email us a photo and the measurements before ordering.

Check all chair legs before ordering. Some chairs have different front and rear leg sizes, so you may need two sizes. If you are unsure, email us a photo and the measurements before ordering.

What if my chair legs are angled, tapered, oval, or oddly shaped?

Trace around the bottom of the chair leg on paper, then measure the outline in millimetres. Email the outline photo plus a clear photo of the chair leg next to a ruler to info@chaircapsaustralia.com.au and we’ll help check the closest fit.

Trace around the bottom of the chair leg on paper, then measure the outline in millimetres. Email the outline photo plus a clear photo of the chair leg next to a ruler to info@chaircapsaustralia.com.au and we’ll help check the closest fit.

How do I measure sled or sleigh chair legs?

Measure the rail where it touches the floor, including the width and thickness in millimetres. If there is an old glide or cap attached, send us a photo before ordering so we can check whether you should measure the rail or the old glide.

Measure the rail where it touches the floor, including the width and thickness in millimetres. If there is an old glide or cap attached, send us a photo before ordering so we can check whether you should measure the rail or the old glide.

What if I am between two sizes or not sure which size to choose?

Please do not guess. Send us a clear photo of the chair leg next to a ruler, plus your measurements in millimetres. We can then recommend the safest size or style before you order.

Please do not guess. Send us a clear photo of the chair leg next to a ruler, plus your measurements in millimetres. We can then recommend the safest size or style before you order.

Can the silicone caps stretch if my measurement is close?

Some styles have a little give, but they are not designed to stretch a long way. If your chair leg is more than a few millimetres outside the listed size range, email us first so we can check the safest option.

Some styles have a little give, but they are not designed to stretch a long way. If your chair leg is more than a few millimetres outside the listed size range, email us first so we can check the safest option.