How to Reattach Broken Wicker

Wicker furniture is beautiful on your patio, sitting room or living area. Wicker is a durable substance, but over time the weave can come loose or break off altogether. Don't give up on your wicker furniture and throw it out; simply repair the broken pieces to continue enjoying your wicker items.

Scissors or shears
Sandpaper
Replacement wicker fibers
Carpentry glue

Instructions

- 1
  Cut off stray and torn pieces of wicker that may be dangerous. Use a sharp pair of scissors or shears to remove the broken wicker. Sand down any rough edges with sandpaper before beginning the repairs.
- 2
  Place the replacement pieces of wicker in water and allow them to soak for 10 minutes. This will make the wicker pieces easier to work with and blend into the existing wicker.
- 3
  Twist the replacement fibers into the existing wicker to recreate the pattern of the wicker. Use carpentry glue to hold the wicker into place. Do this for any areas that have broken or missing wicker. Stick wicker ends into existing wicker to blend them in. Allow the glue to dry thoroughly.

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