Caster sockets on furniture

Caster sockets are helpful for those times when a chair, table or other furniture item needs new wheels putting on. The sockets allow for the wheels to be attached without damaging the furniture they are fitted to, and can be easily removed when not needed anymore. Getting the right size of socket is important for this, as ones that are too small or incorrectly built will wobble and fall out over time.

Replace rather than fix broken caster sockets

Some people suggest putting liquid filler in the leg of a chair or table that has damaged caster sockets. This might help with the temporary situation of a broken socket but means that it will be harder to remove it when it needs fully replacing. The best thing to do is to remove the damaged part and buy a new one that is made by a decent manufacturer.