The stretcher bars (components that hold the moving blades of the points the correct distance apart) had been found to be disconnected or missing.

Now the lower chain was prevented from slipping entirely free only by the stretcher bar between the legs on the right side.

The profiles on the stretcher bar should be slightly rounded.

Another way in which stretcher bars can be strengthened is by having a cross brace inserted.

A clean towel was draped over the table legs' stretcher bar.

No stretcher bar had ever linked the two front legs.

The legs of the chair and the stretcher bars between the legs seemed to be intact.

Measure the inside of the window frame and have the stretcher bars cut to fit.

Rice paper and stretcher bars can be bought at most artists' supply stores.

The hardware is also unique; the stretcher bars are thinner allowing the fasteners to show on the sides.