Description
25mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glides
The 25mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glide is a simple, economical furniture fitting designed for sofas, ottomans, bed bases and other furniture using a compatible M8 threaded fixing.
The compact 25mm plastic glide provides a stable contact point beneath the furniture without the additional height or movement of a conventional furniture foot or castor.
Available individually or in boxes of 500, it is suitable for furniture manufacture, workshop repairs and replacement work.
For other sizes and fixing methods, browse the complete Plastic Furniture Glides range.
Compact M8 Furniture Glide
The defining feature of this product is the M8 threaded fixing.
Rather than being nailed or knocked into the furniture frame, the glide screws into a compatible threaded fitting already fitted to the furniture.
Typical applications include:
- Sofas and settees
- Ottomans
- Bed bases
- Upholstered furniture
- Furniture frames
- Low-level furniture
- New furniture manufacture
- Replacement and repair work
The 25mm diameter makes this a compact option where a larger glide is not required.
For other types of floor-protecting fittings, browse the wider Furniture Glides range.
Low-Cost Alternative to Furniture Feet or Castors
A plastic glide can be a useful choice where furniture needs a simple fixed contact point rather than a decorative foot or moving castor.
Choose a 25mm screw-in glide where:
- The furniture already has an M8 threaded fitting
- Additional furniture height is not required
- The furniture does not need to roll
- A discreet black fitting is preferred
- Cost is more important than decorative appearance
- A simple replaceable glide is required
The existing Livedale product specifically positions these glides as a low-cost alternative to feet or castors.
Where a visible furniture foot would provide a better finished appearance, browse Wooden Furniture Feet & Legs.
Where the furniture needs to move, browse Furniture Castors.
Check the M8 Thread Before Ordering
The thread is one of the most important details to check before ordering.
An M8 fitting has a nominal thread diameter of approximately 8mm and needs to connect to a compatible M8 threaded fixing. Livedale’s furniture-fixing range includes M8 and M10 components, and the two thread sizes are not interchangeable.
Before ordering, check:
- Existing thread size
- Existing fixing type
- Condition of the thread
- Glide diameter
- Available floor-contact area
- Furniture height
- Condition of the furniture frame
Do not force the glide into a fitting simply because the thread appears close to the correct size.
If you’re unsure which fitting is required, contact Livedale before ordering.
M8 T Nuts & Furniture Fixings
Where a compatible threaded anchor is required within a suitable timber furniture frame, Livedale stocks M8 T Nuts.
These have an internal M8 thread and four prongs which grip suitable timber, creating a threaded fixing point for compatible furniture legs, feet or glides.
For other threaded mounting options, browse T Nuts, D Nuts & Furniture Fixings.
The wider range includes M8 T nuts, M8 D nuts and other furniture fittings designed to create secure threaded connections within suitable furniture frames.
Screw-In or Knock-In Plastic Glide?
The Plastic Furniture Glides range contains both screw-in and knock-in fittings.
Screw-In Glide
Choose this 25mm glide where the furniture has a compatible M8 threaded fixing.
The glide can be screwed in and removed again where required.
Knock-In Glide
Where the furniture is designed for a push or knock-in fitting rather than a threaded connection, consider the 30mm Black Knock-In Plastic Glide or 40mm Black Knock-In Plastic Glide.
These use a completely different fixing principle and should not be treated as interchangeable with an M8 screw-in glide.
25mm or 60mm Screw-In Plastic Glide?
Livedale also offers a larger 60mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glide within the same range.
The 25mm version is particularly useful where:
- A compact floor contact is required
- The existing glide is approximately 25mm
- The furniture base has limited space
- A discreet fitting is preferred
For furniture requiring a broader contact surface, see the 60mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glide.
The larger glide should not automatically be considered better. Choose the size that suits the furniture design and existing fitting.
Looking for a Wider Furniture Glide?
For furniture where a wider contact point is required, Livedale also offers mushroom-style glides and sockets within the Plastic Furniture Glides range.
Mushroom glides are particularly useful where a broader contact surface is preferred and the furniture is designed for a compatible socket fitting.
The fixing method is different from this M8 screw-in glide, so always check the existing furniture before changing styles.
Plastic Glide or Felt Glide?
Plastic glides provide a durable, straightforward contact point beneath furniture.
Where the furniture is being used on a more delicate wooden, laminate or tiled floor, a softer felt surface may be preferable.
Browse Felt & Nail Glides for felt nail glides, self-adhesive felt pads and Domes of Silence designed for different floor-protection requirements.
The choice should take account of both the furniture fitting and the floor beneath it.
Plastic Glide or Wooden Furniture Foot?
A plastic glide is designed primarily as a functional fitting.
Where appearance, additional height or furniture styling is more important, a wooden foot may be the better solution.
Browse Wooden Furniture Feet & Legs for replacement feet suitable for sofas, chairs, ottomans and other upholstered furniture.
When changing from a low-profile glide to a furniture foot, remember that the finished height of the furniture will change.
Plastic Glide or Castor?
A fixed glide and a castor perform different jobs.
Choose a plastic glide where the furniture needs a stable contact point and does not need to roll.
Choose a castor where furniture needs to move more easily.
For compatible threaded furniture, the Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors M8 Fitting provides an M8 threaded castor option.
This should be treated as an alternative furniture solution rather than a direct replacement, as the wheel, finished height and overall behaviour of the furniture will be very different.
For other options, browse Furniture Castors.
Each or Box of 500
The 25mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glide is available:
- Each
- Box of 500
This makes the same product suitable for an individual furniture repair or higher-volume professional manufacture and workshop use.
The box quantity is particularly relevant for:
- Furniture manufacturers
- Upholstery workshops
- Sofa manufacturers
- Bed manufacturers
- Furniture repair businesses
- Contract furniture suppliers
- Trade customers keeping common replacement fittings in stock
Check Before Ordering
Before ordering, check:
- Glide diameter
- M8 threaded fitting
- Existing threaded anchor
- Condition of the thread
- Furniture frame construction
- Required furniture height
- Floor surface
- Quantity required
The most important distinction on this product is M8 screw-in fixing. A similar-looking glide with a knock-in or socket fitting will not be a direct replacement.
If you’re unsure which glide is suitable, contact Livedale before ordering.
Plastic Furniture Glides for Trade & Upholstery
The 25mm Black Screw-In Plastic Glide is a practical trade fitting for furniture manufacturers, upholsterers and repair workshops requiring an economical M8 glide for sofas, ottomans and bed bases.
For other sizes and fitting methods, browse Plastic Furniture Glides.
For all floor-protecting fittings, browse Furniture Glides.
For alternative furniture supports and movement options, browse Wooden Furniture Feet & Legs or Furniture Castors.
Existing trade customers should log in to their Livedale account to view preferential pricing.
New professional customers can register for a Livedale Trade Account to access trade pricing.
