Spreader Tool

Great, simple tool. Was able to install new slings on chairs, easily with this tool

Couldn't find a spreader bar in the local tool rental places. This product got the job done in relatively quick time. Note: You need to use c-clamps to keep the bar from spinning out of position as you spread the chair.

To do the chairs properly, you will need to purchase the spreader. Very handy however, you will also need a clamp or c clamp to hold the ends because they slip off the frame easily. I thought I could do with out it but after reading the reviews, I knew better. Get the spreader.

This spreader bar is an absolute must for putting new slings on your chairs! The price on this site was comparable to other sites, the shipping time was fast and it was packaged well. We tried to put our slings on our chairs without this tool. It was frustrating, impossible and a complete waste of time. This tool is worth every penny!!!

Impossible to complete the install with out this tool. Tool arrived yesterday, completed the install of the first chair I started. Completed the last three chairs. Did all of this in less than two hours. Thanks again.

After attempting my re sling of six high back pool bar chairs, I have come to the conclusion that some things are better left to professionals. I spent more than I saved ! Your spreader bar worked great, until the last chair. My slings were pre made and maybe I put a little too much pressure trying to make it happen. The un painted threaded side has bent and now I still have one chair to go. When I ordered, I seen two clamps, these clamps would never hold. I still love your product but now considering what to do next. by the way, your fast shipping was amazing !!! 2 day's.

I gave this item 4 stars because of price and the tension I had to put on my rails to get the welded frame insert between them cause the tension tool to become slightly distorted in the looseness of the threads. It may have been caused by the railing wanting to roll out a little as tension was increased. However, this was not that much of a problem and I would have never been able to replace my patio chair slings with out this tool. Even though it was $50 I am glad I purchased it.

This tool delivers the torque you need to repair and recover difficult sling chair designs. Don't let anyone fool you into thinking it is easy. Many other clamps and measured and cut pieces of 1X2 wood to pound between the bars (to maintain a stretched position) are needed. The welds on the various components needed to create the motion of the pushers are partial and not very professionally done but the main stress on this tool is on the threads in the end nuts and threaded main rods. The tool slips too easily from the sides so clamps are needed to hold the ends down to the chair rails. Dipping the contact angled pieces in a rubber solution would help a lot with the grip. It is a fairly expensive tool for what you hold in your hand but I just finished my second of four chairs and without it, I would not even bother trying. So, barring any issues with those welds, I am getting my money's worth as a DIY dude. Expect to spend hours on each chair if you are solo and have never done it before. It is a real triumph to finish the job, though, because of the difficulty.

I encourage all to get this tool if you plan to DIY...great advice from Smasters to GET THE JOB DONE EASILY .

Spreader bar tool worked as advertised. The real majic was with the customer service. I paid the price shown, no hidden shipping fees or taxes (probably included in the price the way it should be). Then the shipping itself- I received the product in 2 business days. Wow.

The spreader tool is truly an excellent tool. I muscled a few of the spreader bars into place before learning about this tool. I can't believe how much easier it is to place the spreader bars with this tool. The Slingmaster video was fantastic. I highly recommend it. All in all a great company to do business with.

Worked great on one chair. Then it seemed to cross thread and was impossible to turn. Slingmaster sent a replacement. Thanks for standing behind your product. Can't wait to get the new tool so we can finish our chairs. Can't do the replacement slings without this tool. Best I've seen.