Plastic Furniture Glides

Plastic Furniture Glides for Chairs, Sofas, Stools and Furniture Repairs

Shop plastic glides for upholstery, furniture repair, floor protection and replacement work. This category sits within the Glides section of the main Feet, Castors & Glides hub and focuses on practical plastic glides used on chairs, sofas, stools, cabinets, tables, display furniture and commercial seating.

Glides are fitted to the base of furniture legs or frames to help protect floors, reduce friction and improve movement. They are a simple but important fitting for furniture repairs, workshop jobs and everyday furniture maintenance.

The range includes screw-in plastic glides, knock-in plastic glides, mushroom glides and glide sockets in different sizes and styles to suit a variety of furniture applications.

Choose the Right Plastic Furniture Glide

The correct plastic glide depends on the furniture leg, the fixing method, the floor surface and how the furniture will be used. A chair that moves every day, a sofa that stays in place and a cabinet that only moves occasionally may each need a different glide.

Before ordering, check whether the existing fitting is screw-in, knock-in, push-in or socket based. Also measure the glide size carefully so the replacement fits securely and performs properly.

Screw-In Plastic Glides

Screw-in plastic glides are fixed directly into the base of the furniture leg or frame. They are a practical option where a secure fitting is needed and the furniture is suitable for a screw fixing.

These glides are commonly used on chairs, stools, sofas, display furniture and repair jobs where a simple, strong and replaceable glide is required.

Knock-In Plastic Glides

Knock-in plastic glides are designed to be fitted into a suitable hole or socket in the furniture leg or frame. They provide a neat, practical finish and are useful for chairs, stools, frames and commercial furniture.

They are a good choice when the furniture is already designed for a knock-in fitting or where an existing glide needs replacing like for like.

Mushroom Glides

Mushroom glides are useful where a wider contact surface is needed at the base of the furniture. They help spread the load, protect the floor and give the furniture a stable contact point.

They are commonly used on chairs, stools, sofas and furniture repairs where a standard small glide may not be suitable.

Glides and Sockets

Some plastic furniture glides require a matching socket to fit correctly. The socket holds the glide in place and helps create a secure, reliable fitting.

When replacing glides and sockets, check both parts carefully. If the socket is worn, loose or damaged, replacing the glide alone may not solve the problem.

Suitable for Floor Protection and Smooth Movement

Plastic furniture glides help reduce direct contact between the furniture and the floor. They can help protect hard floors, reduce marking and make furniture easier to move.

They are suitable for domestic furniture, trade repairs, commercial seating, hospitality furniture, office furniture and workshop use.

Typical uses include replacing worn chair glides, fitting sofa glides, repairing stools, protecting floors, replacing missing plastic inserts, fitting mushroom glides and maintaining contract seating.

What to Check Before Ordering Plastic Glides

Before choosing plastic furniture glides, measure the existing glide or fixing point. Check the diameter, thread, stem, socket or fitting size depending on the type of glide required.

Also check whether the furniture needs a screw-in glide, knock-in glide, mushroom glide or glide and socket combination. The fitting type matters just as much as the size.

For furniture used on delicate floors, consider whether a felt glide or felt pad may be more suitable. Plastic glides are practical and durable, but the floor surface should always be part of the decision.

Buy Plastic Furniture Glides Online

Browse the Livedale range of plastic furniture glides to find the right fitting for furniture repair, upholstery work and floor protection.

From screw-in plastic glides and knock-in plastic glides to mushroom glides and sockets, this category brings together practical replacement glides for chairs, sofas, stools, cabinets and commercial furniture.