Kromski 32″ (80 cm) Rigid Heddle | Wide-Format Harp Forte Reed

The Engineering of the “Long Span”

In 2026, we recognize that a 32-inch heddle faces unique physical challenges. On a loom this wide, standard plastic reeds often “smile” or flex in the center when you beat the weft, leading to uneven fabric. The Kromski 80 cm Heddle uses heavy-duty Hand-Finished European Wood rails that act as a structural brace. This ensures that the pressure of your beat is distributed identically from the far-left selvedge to the far-right, resulting in professional, “square” textiles every time.

Friction Management for 300+ Ends

When you warp a 32-inch loom at 12 DPI, you are managing nearly 400 individual threads. The anti-static, glass-smooth polymer eyelets in this heddle are essential. They minimize the “drag” that can occur on wide warps, allowing you to move the heddle between the ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ positions with a light touch. This reduces weaver fatigue and protects expensive luxury fibers like silk and fine merino from pilling during the thousands of passes required for a large project.

The Ultimate Production Tool

The 32-inch Harp Forte is the “Floor Loom of Rigid Heddles.” With the right 80 cm heddle, you can produce:

• Full-Size Throws: Weave blankets that actually cover a bed.

• Double-Width Fabric: Using two heddles, you can weave cloth up to 64 inches wide.

• Artisan Rugs: Use the 5 DPI heddle with heavy mop cotton or wool roving for high-durability floor coverings.