Description
18mm Metal Loop Back Upholstery Buttons
Livedale 18mm metal buttons are ready-finished no-cover upholstery buttons designed for furniture manufacture, reupholstery, repairs and contract seating applications.
Unlike a conventional fabric-covered upholstery button, the metal head does not need to be covered before fitting. This makes it a practical choice where a clean, consistent button finish is required without the additional button-covering process.
The 18mm metal button head is fitted with a loop back, allowing it to be secured as part of a suitable upholstery buttoning system.
A Practical Alternative to Fabric-Covered Buttons
Fabric-covered buttons provide a traditional upholstered finish, but in demanding environments the covering material can become worn, damaged or separated from the button.
These ready-finished metal upholstery buttons provide an alternative for applications where durability and straightforward replacement are important.
They are particularly suited to:
- Contract seating
- Chairs and sofas
- Upholstered headboards
- Footstools and ottomans
- Buttoned seat and back cushions
- Furniture restoration
- Replacement upholstery buttons
- Commercial and high-use furniture
For larger button detailing, see the 24mm Metal Loop Back Upholstery Button.
18mm No-Cover Button with Loop Back
The 18mm head gives a relatively neat, compact button detail and is suitable for furniture where a smaller visible button is preferred.
Because the button is supplied with its finished metal face, there is no need for a button shell, fabric cutter or covering die simply to create the visible button head.
The loop back provides the fixing point for the chosen buttoning method. For traditional buttoning work, it can be used alongside suitable buttoning twine and an appropriate upholstery buttoning needle.
Available Colours
Choose from:
- Black
- Bordeaux
- Brown
- Cream
- Gold
- Nickel
- Pearl
- White
The range provides options for both discreet colour matching and contrasting decorative button details.
Pack Sizes
18mm metal upholstery buttons are available in:
- Pack of 50 – useful for repairs, smaller projects and shorter production runs
- Pack of 500 – suited to regular upholstery work, furniture production and trade workrooms
Suitable for Contract and High-Use Upholstery
Metal no-cover buttons are particularly useful for contract and commercial upholstery where damaged fabric-covered buttons can create unnecessary repair work.
Using a ready-finished button removes the fabric covering from the button itself, making these a practical option for furniture where the button is likely to receive regular wear.
For other ready-finished options, browse the full No Cover Upholstery Buttons range, including 24mm metal and 20mm plastic buttons.
Fitting 18mm Upholstery Buttons
The correct fitting method depends on the furniture construction, upholstery depth and required button tension.
For buttoning through foam, fibre or other upholstery fillings, use a suitable buttoning needle together with a strong buttoning twine and a secure fixing or anchor point.
Livedale supplies a comprehensive range of Buttoning Parts & Equipment, including buttoning needles, twines, button backs, button presses, dies and specialist upholstery buttoning tools.
18mm Metal Upholstery Buttons for Trade & Professional Use
These metal loop-back buttons are suitable for professional upholsterers, furniture manufacturers, repair workshops, contract seating companies, headboard manufacturers and domestic upholstery projects.
With two useful pack sizes and eight colour options, they provide a straightforward solution for new upholstery work as well as replacing damaged or missing furniture buttons.
