{"product_id":"sissew-pro-heavy-duty-upholstery-thread-kit-10-color-tex-138-uv-resistant-spools-with-needles-tools","title":"SISSEW PRO heavy-duty upholstery thread kit — 10-colour Tex 138 UV-resistant spools with needles \u0026 tools","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSISSEW PRO UV-resistant heavy-duty upholstery thread kit is a complete sewing set with ten 1oz spools of Tex 138 bonded polyester thread plus needles and ripping tools for hand or machine repair.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed for demanding upholstery, marine, and outdoor repairs where strength and sunlight resistance matter. It pairs robust Tex 138 (420D\/3) bonded polyester thread treated for UV resistance with a selection of heavy-duty hand needles, seam rippers and snips so you can tackle canvas, leather, vinyl, and sailcloth without hunting for compatible accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow strong is this thread for upholstery and marine use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SISSEW PRO Tex 138 thread is constructed from three 420D polyester filaments with a high-bond coating, delivering tensile strength close to nylon 66 and about 10–20% stronger than ordinary polyester. That strength makes it suitable for high-stress seams like boat covers, awnings, auto upholstery and heavy canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTex 138 \/ 420D\/3 bonded polyester for heavy workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-lubricated and coated to prevent fraying and ply untwisting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with domestic and industrial sewing machines and hand stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10 spools, 1 oz (≈1500 yds total per colour spec), assorted colours for matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the thread withstand sun, moisture and outdoor exposure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the fibres receive UV-stable dyes and additional exterior bonding treatments to preserve colour and tensile integrity when exposed to sunlight and wet conditions. This reduces fading and degradation compared with untreated polyester or nylon threads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUV-resistant treatment for prolonged outdoor durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColourfast dyes to minimize fading on awnings and boat covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eResists moisture and abrasion typical of outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for sails, tents, grill covers, umbrellas and outdoor furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this thread with my home or industrial sewing machine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSISSEW PRO threaded spools are compatible with many domestic heavy-duty and commercial machines when paired with appropriate needle sizes. The kit lists common compatible models and includes hand-sewing needles for repairs where machine access is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with heavy-duty domestic machines (e.g., Singer, Brother, Janome) and many industrial models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well with larger needles such as 140\/22 where required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBonded finish avoids skips, breaks or lint build-up during machine sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes 7 heavy-duty hand needles for leather and canvas repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tools and colours are included and how do they help repair tasks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes ten colour-matched 1 oz spools, seven heavy-duty hand needles with large eyes, four seam rippers (two large, two small) and one pair of thick thread snips. This combination supplies both thread options and practical tools to complete a repair from start to finish without searching for extra parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10 spools in assorted colours for better colour matching on projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e7 assorted heavy-duty hand needles with enlarged eyes for thick thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 seam rippers for easy stitch removal and correction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 thread snip for trimming thick thread cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This kit is built for upholsterers, marine and outdoor fabric repairers, leatherworkers, and DIYers who need a reliable, weather-resistant thread and basic professional tools. It suits users who sew by hand or on heavy domestic and commercial machines and want a ready-to-go assortment for furniture, automotive interiors, boat covers, tents and similar heavy-textile projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this thread safe for outdoor use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The SISSEW PRO Tex 138 thread has UV-resistant dyeing and exterior bonding to resist fading and strength loss outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will it work on my home sewing machine?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It's compatible with many heavy-duty domestic machines using larger needles and also suits most industrial machines and hand sewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SISSEW PRO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55296278561105,"sku":"B0GLQL1L65","price":45.82,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/sissewpro-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791942176","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/sissew-pro-heavy-duty-upholstery-thread-kit-10-color-tex-138-uv-resistant-spools-with-needles-tools","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}