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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...

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....

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...

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...

Cushions provide extra padding or support in a seat. Unlike pillows, they are not usually focal points. You can find cushions supporting other parts of the body like the feet, the back and the...

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...

Reupholstering is a great way to revitalize an older piece of furniture. Antiques can be upholstered using a more modern pattern or using a pattern from the period of the furniture. If you are...

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...

If you're looking for a mattress to fit your sofa bed, there are many retailers that sell sofa sleeper mattresses in standard sizes such as twin, full, king or queen. Depending on your preference,...

Have an old piece of wood furniture that doesn't quite fit in? By painting it any color you choose, you can make your piece of furniture fit in anywhere in your home!

After working years in the furniture industry I have had many people stop in and ask how to re-stuff a sofa cushion. This is the easy way to do it.

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...

If you are both short on space and short on money but need to add extra storage and additional seating to your home, bench seats are a great way to do just that. If you have an old chest lying...

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 have a bathroom with a vanity, you can add a vanity bench. A bedroom's vanity can benefit from the same addition, too, especially if you want a better looking, more functional vanity bench...

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...

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...

Making a bench pad can instantly change a hard seat into a comfortable and inviting couch. This project is easy to accomplish, even by sewing novices, in just a few short hours. The pad has...

One of the most valuable discoveries in the world of upholstered furniture has been the development of hydrophobic foam. The name sounds quirky, but the definition is easy to understand:...

The earliest known form of upholstery was little more than a cushion or pad. Animal hair or plant fibers were gathered tightly together and wrapped in linen or cotton. The Egyptians were employing...

Unless your upholstered furniture holds sentimental value or it is a very expensive piece, it is probably cheaper to buy new than it is to reupholster the entire piece. Furniture stores rely on...