Furniture wheels

Are you looking for wheels for furniture, chairs, or displays? Then you’ve probably noticed there are many options. Furniture castors come in various types and materials, each suited to specific applications. In this blog, we’ll explain the different types and what to look out for when choosing the right furniture castor.

What are furniture castors?

Furniture castors are small swivel wheels specifically designed for light-duty applications such as chairs, side tables, or displays. They are suitable for use on various surfaces and are available in different materials, sizes, and load capacities. At Neita, you’ll find furniture castors with a load capacity of up to 40 daN, suitable for temperatures ranging from 0°C to 40°C.

Overview of our furniture wheels

Series 33: Rubber Ball Furniture Castors

Suitable for indoor use on hard floors

Available with black or grey rubber ball
Diameter: 30–50 mm
Load capacity: 10–30 daN

Banner for Series 33 furniture wheels with black or grey rubber ball, suitable for tiles, asphalt, resin-cement, and chips

This series is ideal for indoor furniture placed on hard surfaces like tiles or laminate. The black rubber ball may leave marks with frequent use; if that’s a concern, opt for the grey version. These wheels are not suitable for PVC flooring.

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Series 34: Polyamide Furniture Castors

Suitable for light constructions such as chairs or displays

Swivel castors in transparent white, grey, or black polyamide
Diameter: 35–100 mm
Load capacity: 10–40 daN

Furniture wheels with paired black polyamide wheels, suitable for tiles, asphalt, resin-cement, and chip surfaces.

Series 34 is highly versatile. These swivel castors are available with or without a brake, and some versions comply with the DIN 68131 standard for office chairs. This standard ensures the chair is automatically braked when the user stands up – practical and safe.

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Series 39: Plexiglass Furniture Castors for Designer Furniture

Developed for modern (designer) furniture

Soft, non-marking polyurethane tread
Diameter: 50–75 mm
Load capacity: 20–40 daN

Furniture wheels with transparent methacrylate centre, suitable for tiles, asphalt, resin-cement, and unpaved surfacesn-cement, and unpaved surfaces

This premium series is available in three variants:

Plexiglass + transparent polyurethane: For furniture that remains stationary.
Plexiglass + black rubber tread: Ideal for furniture that is occasionally moved.
Aluminium wheel + double rubber ring: Extra grip and a stylish design.

This series is perfect for those who value both functionality and aesthetics.

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What to consider when choosing furniture castors?

Surface type: Soft floors require different materials than hard floors.
Load capacity: Choose a wheel that can handle the weight of the furniture plus any extra load.
Usage: Will the furniture be moved often or stay mostly in place?
Design: Especially for designer furniture, the look of the castor can make a difference.

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