Frequently Asked Questions

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How has the Standard Floor Loom changed?

Schacht introduced its Standard Floor Loom at Convergence in 1978—our first floor loom ever! Its weaving widths, wood, castle style, shaft options, and treadle options...

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Can I convert a Single Treadle Matchless to a Double Treadle?

If your spinning wheel is in good condition, it can be converted to a double treadle. Actual shipping charges for shipping your wheel back to...

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My new Schacht product arrived with broken parts or parts missing—how can I get replacements?

If you bought your product on this website and it arrived with broken parts, contact Customer Service. If you purchased from a Schacht dealer, contact them...

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Why is it hard to treadle my Matchless or Schacht-Reeves spinning wheel?

The Matchless and Schacht-Reeves wheels have solid wood drive wheels. The Sidekick, Flatiron, and Ladybug have nylon drive wheels, which are significantly lighter. It takes...

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How has the Matchless spinning wheel changed?

We introduced the Matchless spinning wheel in 1987, with a single treadle. In 1996, we began making double treadle wheels. The treadles rested on a...

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