BRETTUNS VILLAGE TRUNK SHOP

SLAT CLAMPS, BRACKETS, AND HARDWOOD SLATS


Replacement Trunk Slats and Slat Clamps, Decorative Brackets

Brass Corner Guards

The squares you see in the two pictures above are 1 inch by 1 inch

Decorative edges are cast brass, and that means solid brass.  The plating won't fall off in a few years and leave behind a mess of rust, because there is no plating on these.
Some makers in the late 1800s used these to protect the edges of their trunks, but over time this style of edge became more decorative than anything else.
Nail them in place and then watch your shins, brother, because you don't want to smash it into one of these brass edges in the middle of the night.
Three-legged decorative edges, or four-legged decorative edges.  You decide.
Prices include shipping to any USA location
3-legged decorative brass edge:  $6.00 each  These are 3-11/16" long and the legs reach out 1-1/4"
4-legged decorative brass edge:  $8.00 each  These are 5-1/16" long and legs reach out 1-1/4"
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No problem - you can print out our order form and mail or fax in your order

Cast Brass Slat Clamp or Corner Guard

Solid cast brass slat clamps can also be used on any corner anywhere on your trunk.  Very decorative, and very sturdy.
Squares you see in the pictures are 1 inch by 1 inch, to help you gauge the size of this clamp.
Basically it's 1.5" wide and 2.25" along each leg.  Nice addition to any trunk or case.
Price includes shipping to any USA location
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Cast Brass Slat Clamp:  $5.00 each 


Slat clamps are the metal pieces that cover the ends of the wooden slats on the outside of your trunk.  You knew that already, probably.
What you may not have known is that we carry authentic reproductions of original slat clamp styles, and we have two varieties.  Both styles were commonly used; one is just a bit fancier than the other.
Each style comes in four shapes - one is for the end of a slat, plain and simple, the second is for use on a "T-intersection" of two slats, common on the lids of many older styles.
The third is called a 'flat clamp' and can be used on almost any type of slat intersection.  The fourth style is larger - called a top-side clamp, and is used when you need a clamp that both covers the end of a slat and bends down over the edge of the trunk.
See them all below, along with our replacement oak slats:
Minimum Order size is $5.00!

Slat End Clamps

Slat end clamps go over the end of a slat anywhere on your trunk.  Plain steel, paint them or let them age naturally.  These have a nice 'step-down' over the edge of the slat, as shown.
Useful for slats up to 2.25" wide, probably shouldn't try to use them on slats that are less than 2" wide.  Priced by the each at $2.50, USA postage included.
Plain (left) or Fancy SLTEC-01  $2.50 each
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Slat T Clamps

Use these where two slats meet.  Stamped from plain steel, just like the originals.  Paint them or let them develop that fine patina known as rust.  Useful for slats from 2" up to 2.25" wide.  Priced at $2.50 each, with USA shipping included.
Plain (left) or Fancy SLTTC-02  $2.50 each
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Flat Clamps

Use these anyplace two slats intersect - the 'ears' can be folded down over the edge of the slat for a nice finished look.  These measure 3-3/8" by 2-1/2" overall.
Distance between the nail holes is 2.5 inches.  Made for slats that are 1.5 to 2 inches wide.
Plain (left) or Fancy TFC-03  $2.50 each
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Top-Side Clamps

These long clamps are used where a slat runs down to the edge of the trunk lid - they easily bend to fit over the edge of the trunk - then the 'ears' wrap over the edges of the slat.
Overall length is 5.25", made for slats that are anywhere between 1.5 and 2 inches wide.  Has a total of four nail holes ready for your nails.
Plain (left) or Fancy TSC-04  $2.75 each
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Please keep in mind that we have a $5 minimum order size

Don't want to use your credit card online?
No problem - you can print out our order form and mail or fax in your order


Hardwood Slats
We can custom-cut replacement hardwood slats for your trunk refinishing project.  Slats are 2" wide and are priced at $12 each, cut to your specifications -  just let us know the dimensions you need.
These are cut from new milled Maine ash and are 2 inches wide and a quarter of an inch thick.  We cut them to length for you.  You can stain them to your liking.

Hardwood Slats - $12 each (for most common lengths - 28 up to 40 inches long)
Shorter slats (up to 28 inches long) are $8 each.

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Prices include shipping costs to any location in the USA

When ordering these just drop us a line and let us know the lengths you need
or include it as a note during the payment process (you'll have a chance to do this during checkout).
Custom cut slats are not returnable.

Need the darned things bent to fit the curve of your trunk lid?  OK, we'll do that too,
but it'll set you back $75 per slat, which about covers the cost of the steam generation.
We have a steam cabinet we use to soften the wood, then we build a form to your specs, place the
steamed slats in, and let them dry slowly in the form.  Give us a holler if you need some bent slats.


Decorative Oak Slats

These oak slats have grooves that are similar to those found on many styles of older trunks.  Made from decent quality oak.  Each slat is 2 and 1/4" wide and 36" long.  We only offer them in this size.  You can cut them shorter as needed.  You can't cut them longer, and neither can we.  Stain them to suit your tastes, then attach to your trunk.  We recommend you pre-drill your nailholes to avoid splitting the slats.
Decorative slats, 36" long
$16 each, free shipping in the USA

Don't want to use your credit card online?
No problem - you can print out our order form and mail or fax in your order
Minimum Order size is $5.00!
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