A webbing stretcher is an upholstery tool used to stretch upholstery fabrics for a snug fit. It is used primarily for the stretching of webbing used in 8-way hand tying. It consists of metal spikes that grab the webbing and is used to pull the webbing tight. In 8-way hand tying, metal bands are affixed to the webbing for extra support and to facilitate the placement of the coils (or springs).