Where can I buy textured vinyl to re-cover my perching stool?

easy

I know this is a weird question?

I've had my perching stool for about 10 years, and the seat cover and cushion has fallen apart.

Sooooo, I went to the local market, bought new foam, and some oilcloth to re-cover it. We did that BUT the oilcloth is too slippery. The original plastic/vinyl covering had a textured surface. I don't know where to look to buy something similar (haven't seen anything similar in the market or shops I've been to), and I don't know what it's called to look for it on-line

Anyone here have any ideas ?

mummyroysof3

I got some faux leather from eBay to cover my dining chairs. Have you tried on their?

cattermole

I agree ebay is the best place.

This is an example

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VINYL-Faux-Leather-TEXTURED-Any-Length-4-colours-FR-Cars-Boats-Upholstery-/120937220206

Some suppliers will send you a small sample swatch if you request it.

easy

Not here they dont!
My kit was sorted by an occupational therapist when iwas post op 10 years ago.

Once my spell of physiotherapy ended after about 6 months, I've had no contact with anyone official about such matters.

Hubby replaced the handrail by our back doorstep when it gave way a while back.
Anyway I receive DLA, why is it social services job to provide these things ? I'd rather they were helping children at risk or something.

easy

But really, seriously ... I don't NEED social services to be involved in this.
Surely in these times of need, those of us who CAN look after ourselves should do so - without relying on the state ?

easy

I don't believe that social services do have responsibility for my safety or care. I am an intelligent woman who happens to have physical disabilities. I am able to make decisions about my own life to keep myself safe. I also have a husband who is willing and able to take some responsibility for me (as I am for him - just to be clear)

Now if I was mentally incapable, with no family able to help, then it is right that there should be some authority to take on that responsibility - that is when social services should step in.
But for me to expect the public sector to come and check if a handrail at my house is loose or make sure that a piece of furniture I sit on isn't falling apart would be a misuse of taxpayers money. It's just morally wrong, no different to someone claiming benefits when they don't need them.

We do at least agree on this:
If a handrail fails and I fall down, or I slip off the stool and damage my back I only have myself to blame
These are items I use in my own home, and just like anyone WITHOUT a disability, I am responsible for making sure they are safe to use.

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easy

Blimey

All that simply because I asked if anyone knows where I can buy textured vinyl upholstery covering

Looks like I need to search eBay then ....