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Furniture caster materials and features

  • Date: 2024-08-19
  • Category: Instruction
  • By: rachel

The material of furniture casters will directly affect the mobility, stability and durability of furniture. Here are some common furniture caster materials and their characteristics:


Plastic casters:

Features: Lightweight, cheap, will not damage the floor, suitable for smooth floors.

Applicability: Suitable for light furniture or office furniture, but poor wear resistance.

Rubber casters:

Features: Quiet, wear-resistant, non-slip, will not scratch the floor, and has good shock absorption.

Applicability: Suitable for hard floors, carpets and other floors, suitable for all kinds of furniture.

Nylon casters:

Features: Wear-resistant, high temperature resistant, smooth sliding, not easy to leave marks.

Applicability: Suitable for medium-weight furniture, such as tables, chairs, etc., suitable for smooth floors.

Metal casters:

Features: Strong and durable, strong load-bearing capacity, suitable for heavy furniture.

Applicability: Suitable for furniture that needs to bear a large weight, such as industrial-style furniture or household appliances.

Rubber wheel sleeves:

Features: Can be put on wheels of other materials to provide anti-slip and shock-absorbing effects.

Applicability: Suitable for occasions where enhanced wheel functions are required, such as anti-skid, shock absorption, etc.

Cast iron wheel:

Features: Extremely strong and durable, with strong load-bearing capacity, but may scratch the floor.

Applicability: Suitable for heavy furniture or industrial use, such as shelves, mechanical equipment, etc.

The material of furniture casters should be determined according to the type of furniture, the material of the ground, and the expected use environment to ensure that the furniture can be moved easily, stably, and without damaging the ground.