Ann Baxter Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 We've been debating the correct use of the term 'French brace' - opinions differ about to whether this refers to the hinged brace attached to the back of a flat or to a separate extendable brace attached with a ring bolt. How do other members use this term? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleO Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 We've been debating the correct use of the term 'French brace' - opinions differ about to whether this refers to the hinged brace attached to the back of a flat or to a separate expendable brace attached with a ring bolt. How do other members use this term? The former is correct. A French Brace is attached to the flat by hinges; It's a leg that flaps out to support the flat. I couldn't find a definition in the Wiki, but a came up with French BraceA rigid triangular timber brace attached to a flat to hold the flat upright. If hinges are used it can be folded flat for storage or to be moved. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contrib French BraceTriangular frame hinged to the back of a piece of standing scenery and folded flat for storage. Found on http://www.queens-theatre.co.uk/technica(E2A results) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry Posted February 10, 2011 Share Posted February 10, 2011 Yes as the previous poster has said a French brace is a hinged brace, normally made of wood, attached to the back of a flat.CheersGerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Baxter Posted February 13, 2011 Author Share Posted February 13, 2011 Thanks guys. I doubt if it will settle the argument but it's good to have others' views. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rossmck Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 I have heard the other type (which I'd call a "stage brace") referred to as a french brace... but I've always believed it to be a hinged wooden brace attached to a flat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the kid Posted February 13, 2011 Share Posted February 13, 2011 For ages I called French brace the solid version of a adjustable brace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeStoddart Posted February 14, 2011 Share Posted February 14, 2011 This is one of those situations where it is difficult to persuade someone that they are mistaken in their understanding (some would say "wrong") In my understanding a French brace is a triangular wooden arrangement hinged to the back of a flat. However I see from some of the references brought up by Google that the hinge is optional. Certainly the adjustable Lent or fixed length type of brace which is inserted into an eye screwed to the back of a flat is a "stage brace" rather than a "French brace" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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