Spitting Upholstery TacksMany years ago upholstery tacks were the only way of attaching fabric to the upholstery frame. The upholsterer would use a tack hammer with a magnetic end to put the tacks on. He would place them in his month and put them on the magnetic end of the hammer, from which the saying spitting tacks came from. The other side of the hammer, a larger end, was to drive the tacks in. If you try this do not sneeze or cough. It could be dangerous. They are still used to keep antique pieces authentic. The tacks were number 2-14 with 2 being the smallest and 14 the biggest. Below is a chart of the actual sizes.
Decorator tacks or nails come in all sizes and shapes.
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