Description
Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors & Sockets
The Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors & Sockets are genuine UK-manufactured all-metal furniture castors designed for sofas, armchairs, footstools and other upholstered furniture requiring a strong and dependable socket-mounted castor.
With a 50mm wheel and a load-bearing capacity of up to 300kg per set of four, they provide a substantial furniture castor for both replacement work and new furniture manufacture.
For other sizes and fixing options, browse the Kenrick & Poly Castors range.
50mm Kenrick Castors for Upholstered Furniture
The 50mm Shepherd is the standard larger socket-mounted Kenrick option within the range.
Typical applications include:
- Sofas and settees
- Armchairs
- Upholstered chairs
- Footstools and ottomans
- Larger upholstered furniture
- Furniture restoration
- Replacement castor work
- New furniture manufacture
Its all-metal construction makes it particularly suited to furniture where a more substantial castor is required than a basic nylon replacement.
Supplied with Castor Sockets
These Kenrick Shepherd castors use a stem-and-socket fitting and are supplied with sockets.
When replacing existing furniture castors, check:
- Wheel diameter
- Existing castor stem
- Socket fitting
- Existing socket condition
- Finished furniture height
- Condition of the surrounding timber
The fitting method matters just as much as the wheel size. Two castors may both have 50mm wheels but be completely unsuitable for one another if the stems or fittings are different.
If an existing socket is worn, loose or damaged, replacing the socket at the same time will usually provide a more secure fitting.
Where an old socket is difficult to remove, the C.S. Osborne No.87 Castor Socket Removal Tool is designed specifically for removing compatible furniture castor sockets.
Handed Kenrick Shepherd Castors
Kenrick Shepherd castors are handed, so the individual castors need to be fitted in the correct positions on the furniture.
When replacing an existing set, note the position and orientation of the old castors before removing them.
Correct positioning helps the Shepherd castor arrangement operate as intended and allows the furniture to move correctly once the replacement set has been fitted.
40mm or 50mm Kenrick Shepherd Castors?
The choice between the two socket-mounted Kenrick sizes should be based on the existing furniture and castor dimensions.
Choose the 50mm Shepherd Castor where:
- The existing wheel is approximately 50mm
- A larger, more substantial castor suits the furniture
- The finished furniture height is appropriate
- A genuine all-metal Kenrick castor is required
For a smaller and more compact alternative, see the Kenrick 40mm Shepherd Mini Castors & Sockets.
The 40mm Mini retains the all-metal Kenrick construction and 300kg load rating per set of four but provides a smaller wheel for furniture where a 50mm castor would be too prominent.
Standard or Chrome Kenrick 50mm Shepherd?
Where the castor remains visible, Livedale also offers the Chrome Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors & Sockets.
Both provide the same 50mm Shepherd-style socket-mounted solution, but the chrome version is intended where the appearance of the visible castor is an important part of the finished furniture.
This standard Kenrick version is the straightforward choice where the priority is a strong, reliable all-metal replacement rather than a decorative chrome finish.
Kenrick or Polycastor?
For customers looking primarily for a lower-cost replacement, the 40mm Polycastor & Sockets provides an economical alternative.
The Polycastor uses a black nylon wheel and is aimed at practical everyday furniture repair, whereas the Kenrick 50mm Shepherd offers:
- Genuine Kenrick manufacture
- All-metal construction
- Larger 50mm wheel
- 300kg load capacity per set of four
- Traditional Shepherd castor design
- UK manufacture
This gives customers a clear choice between an economical everyday replacement and a premium all-metal Kenrick castor.
Need a Different Kenrick Fixing?
The Kenrick & Poly Castors range includes several different fixing systems.
If the furniture does not use a socket fitting, alternatives include:
Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors M8 Fitting – for furniture using an M8 threaded fixing.
Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors Round Plate Fitting – for furniture requiring a round plate mounting.
Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors Square Plate Fitting – for furniture requiring a square plate mounting.
Socket, threaded and plate-mounted castors are different fixing systems and should not be treated as interchangeable simply because they use the same wheel size.
Traditional Brass Castor Alternative
Where a more traditional decorative appearance is preferred, consider the 32mm Brass Grip Neck Castor.
Like the Kenrick socket castor, it uses a stem-and-socket style fitting, but it should be treated as an alternative rather than a direct replacement.
The wheel, stem, socket and finished height all need checking before changing from a Kenrick castor to a brass fitting.
For other decorative options, browse the complete Brass Castors range.
Castors or Wooden Furniture Feet?
Furniture does not always need to remain on castors.
Where movement is no longer required, replacing castors with fixed wooden feet can provide a more stationary base and completely change the finished appearance of the furniture.
Browse the Wooden Furniture Feet range for round, square, L-shaped and traditional furniture foot styles.
When changing from castors to wooden feet, check both the fixing method and the finished furniture height before ordering.
Set of 4 or Trade Box
Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castors & Sockets are available as:
- Set of 4
- Box of 25 sets
This makes them suitable for both individual furniture repairs and professional workshops regularly replacing castors.
The larger quantity is particularly useful for:
- Upholstery workshops
- Furniture manufacturers
- Furniture repair businesses
- Contract seating repair
- Trade customers keeping replacement castors in stock
Measure Before Ordering
Before replacing furniture castors, check:
- Wheel diameter
- Stem fitting
- Socket dimensions
- Existing socket type
- Overall castor height
- Condition of the furniture frame
- Number of castors required
For measuring equipment, browse Rulers & Tape Measures.
If you’re unsure whether this castor will fit your furniture, contact Livedale before ordering.
Kenrick 50mm Castors for Trade & Professional Upholstery
The Kenrick 50mm Shepherd Castor is particularly suited to professional upholsterers, furniture manufacturers, repair workshops and restorers looking for a strong, dependable socket-mounted furniture castor.
For the complete replacement range, browse Kenrick & Poly Castors or the wider Furniture Castors section.
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.
