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From upholstery to costume construction, closed cell foam has many uses. Its flexible nature and insulating properties make it useful in virtually all walks of life. From seat cushions and...

It doesn't take too long, especially in a robust family where there is lots of activity, for a beloved futon to start looking a bit shabby. Generally, it's not the mattress itself that is in need...

What good is a window seat without a cushion? Window seats are designed as a hideaway to bask in the sun, daydream or enjoy a good book. Materials can easily be found at craft and fabric stores....

Microfiber sofas are constructed of thin fiber strands measuring less than 1 denier (a fabric measurement), woven together as fabric. It is one of the most popular furniture-covering materials.

Trunks and chests are old traveling accompaniments. These are great for packing a lot of items, but they are also very heavy and difficult to move. Now, people use suitcases much more suited for...

While refinishing furniture often implies stripping away an old finish and adding a new coat of exactly the same finish, this doesn't necessarily have to be the case. Sometimes it is better to...

Maybe you found a great deal on a bench at a flea market or thrift store. All that bench needs now is a little TLC and it will be as good as new. Reupholstering a bench is really not too...

When you make a slipcover for your footstool, you're creating a decorative touch that's also practical. Although it's small, it will have a big impact on your room when you choose a fabric that...

No-sew slipcovers for the backs of folding chairs are easy to make. This project requires simple measuring, cutting and ironing, and will take no more than 15 minutes to complete. The finished...

What do you do with a coffee table that has served its purpose to the point where it simply no longer looks good? Cup rings, scrapes and other damage can make coffee tables unattractive as they...

Folding tables have made impromptu gatherings easier than in days before collapsible technology. Picnics, sporting events, time with extended family and friends; wherever more table space is...

Square corners can add a nice crisp look to homemade cushion covers. There are several easy ways you can make them: a mitered corner requires a simple diagonal stitch across the point of the...

Reupholstering the family footstool that's used in a thousand different ways is a great way to get a brand new look for a fraction of the replacement cost. In fewer than 30 minutes, the footstool...

Chaise lounges contribute to the livability of a room. Whether you want a more tailored look by using muted colors or use an eclectic blend of colorful fabrics, chaise lounge chairs can set the...

Upholstering a chair or other piece of furniture is an inexpensive way to achieve a whole new look. Many outdated chairs and couches look lovely in a new piece of fabric. Unless the upholstering...

You can make upholstered furniture by working on a piece you built yourself, or by rejuvenating old furniture. Gather some instructional books and attend an upholstery class if possible, then...

Part sofa, part bed...futons are the furniture equivalent of an indecisive person. These handy convertible couches are natural for dorm rooms and small apartments. Even in a larger home, setting...

Room dividers can be used to visually separate spaces, define rooms or create privacy in shared rooms and spaces. There are a number of options to make your own homemade room divider depending...

Foam cushions are often the first part of a piece of furniture to deteriorate. That does not necessarily mean it is time to buy a whole new piece of furniture. Patio furniture is often only...

You will learn how easy it can be to make a bay window cushion.

If you are trying to save money, one of the best ways to do that is to complete simple home repairs yourself, as opposed to paying a professional to get the job done. Fixing your upholstered...

Upholstered furniture is characterized as any padded furniture that is covered with fabric, leather or vinyl. Because a simple wood frame usually sets the shape of and provides all of the support...

Have you ever seen a piece of furniture out on the curb or getting ready to be history and thought "too bad I couldn't recycle that". Well, you can and most of the time it only takes a...

Torn cloth on a pool table--the felt--will ruin any pool game. You can't even patch it up because that will also affect the movement of the balls. If there is even the smallest rip in the table...

If you're looking for an easy and inexpensive way to breathe life into your old furnishings, having them reupholstered may be the answer. But before you spend hundreds or maybe even thousands of...

Torn fabric on your pool table is a disaster. Patching up the torn cloth won't help at all, because it will leave the cloth surface uneven and disrupt the path of the balls. If there is even the...

If the cloth on a billiards table has been torn in any way, the entire table needs to be recovered. Patching up even a small tear will ruin all billiards games you may attempt to play, since the...

Furniture reupholstery can be an inexpensive way to revitalize an older piece of furniture or give it a completely customized look. Although you can upholster anything from an ottoman to your...

Furniture is an investment that requires careful consideration and research. Furniture stores hold hundreds of pieces of furniture, varying greatly in quality and durability. Finding the balance...

Perhaps the fabric on your couch isn't quite the color you'd like, or the slipcovers you bought for your chairs don't match the new coat of paint you gave your living room. You don't have to buy...

Many families find their homes overrun with too much stuff and no place to store it. Rather than covering your walls with shelves or filling the garage with boxes, you can instead incorporate...

Summertime evokes a feeling of rest and relaxation. In hard economic times, people look for ways to find contentment at home. One way to do that is to spend more time outdoors. But when you look...

Because evidence of the use of hammocks appeared in many different civilizations around the same time, it is believed that sailors spread the use of hammocks, if they were not also responsible for...

Build an upholstered bench for your bedroom or entryway quickly and easily with these step by step instructions. You can find the wood related materials and supplies at your local home improvement...

The look of a wooden bench can be changed dramatically simply by stapling on a seat cover. If the finish of the bench seat is worn, scratched or simply ugly, stapling on a seat cover is much...

If you've ever seen "Antiques Roadshow" on T.V. then you know that often cleaning an antique destroys its value. That can be true with upholstered items. Also, if an upholstered item is truly an...

Covering a piece of furniture with new upholstery fabric is a great way to breathe new life into an old piece of furniture. As long as the structure of the piece is solid, new fabric will make it...

Creating a pillow top for a bench is an easy craft project that you can do in less than an hour, once you have your materials and tools. You should choose upholstery fabric that will hold up well...

At some point in time, you may need to remove an accidental marker stain from a leather couch, purse or clothing. That eyesore that is hindering you from seeing the beauty of your leather can be...

You can make an old foot stool new again when you learn how to cover it with fabric. It's a quick and easy way to give an old piece of furniture new life or to give a subtle lift to a dingy room!

Room divider screens can create a dramatic effect in a room besides providing privacy or concealment. They can be easily assembled and personalized to reflect your style or decor. This project can...

This article will show you how to make cushions for a chair or couch, pillows for your bed or a bed for your dog.

If you need to replace your futon mattress, think about making it yourself. Purchasing a replacement mattress can be expensive, and you could be stuck with the choices the store has in stock. If...

All you need to reupholster a foot rest is a few tools and a little time. Spend time in advance planning what color you'd like your foot stool to be once you upholster it, and how thick the foam...

Adding upholstery to an ordinary wooden foot stool makes it more comfortable and gives a little punch of color and texture to your design scheme. You can upholster a foot stool using a few basic...

Sewing a new stool cover for your bar stools is an easy way to quickly make a decor change. You need very few supplies and crafting skills for this project. If you want to save money, recycle...

Have you always wanted something soft so you can sit in that bay window and watch the neighbors kids play on your lawn? If you answered yes then read on because in this article I will walk you...

If you have a bench seat or a chest with a flat wooden top, you can easily convert it into a padded bench seat with a few materials and tools. The advantage of customizing it yourself is that you...

How to make a seat cushion for a bench

Handmake A Seat Cushion