High-quality restoration of sofas with your own hands. How to repair or restore an old sofa with your own hands How to restore an old sofa

Not every old and sagging sofa belongs in a landfill. Restoring upholstered furniture can bring just as much joy as buying new one. Or maybe even more if you like to make things with your own hands. In this article, Dekorin will tell and show how to reupholster sofas and armchairs with new upholstery, how to replace the filling of pillows, how to repair springs and disguise minor damage. Let your old furniture become a source of pride!

Restoration of upholstered furniture inside and outside. Step by step examples

Repair and restoration of upholstered furniture may consist of the following stages:

1. Disassembling an object into its component parts. Typically, this is required for furniture with wooden legs, armrests or other parts that need repair or replacement.
2. Grinding wooden elements using sandpaper followed by cleaning with a damp cloth. The wet cloth should absorb all the small particles, so the paint (or varnish) will lie smoother and last longer.
3. Painting wood. Before applying paint with a brush, it is recommended to coat the surface with a primer. We still recommend using spray paint, which is applied easily and evenly, which will significantly simplify your work and save time. Usually 3 layers is more than enough. After the paint has dried, you can apply it protective covering which will prevent chipping.

1. Replacement of internal filling and upholstery. We will tell you in detail how to repair the springs inside an old sofa or chair below in this article. As for reupholstering upholstered furniture, everything depends on the characteristics of the product being restored. For example, the seat of the chair in this example was simply wrapped in new fabric, which was secured with a stapler. You will see more examples with step-by-step photos below!
2. Assembling a piece of furniture into a single whole.

How do you like this transformation?

Restoration of cushions for sofas and armchairs

Perhaps this point is the simplest and most inexpensive in the process of restoring upholstered furniture. You will need to measure the height, length and width of your pillows and, based on the data obtained, purchase the required amount of foam. Subtract about 5-10mm from each edge to get required sizes for filling the pillow. For softness and increased service life, be sure to wrap the foam rubber with batting or padding polyester. Here's what the finished filling looks like in the photo:

Repairing spring upholstered furniture: the best way

This method of repairing a spring sofa or chair is considered the most reliable of all existing ones, although it is time-consuming. Let's look at its implementation step by step:

1. Make sure you remove all trim, staples, and nails from the frame. IN in this case the furniture body was already completely ready for installing the seat (cleaned, sanded, washed, painted). The springs were removed and set aside for later use. Before this, the master took several photos so as not to forget how they were located.
2. Set to bottom part seat straps (slings) for attaching springs. The more strips you install, the stronger the seat will be. Secure them with a stapler, leaving a couple of centimeters of material on each edge. The tension should be moderate so that the sling bends slightly when pressing on it.
3. The extra centimeters on each edge should be folded and also attached to the frame with a stapler. Repeat these steps until you have installed all the vertical lines, then move on to the horizontal ones. Don't forget that they should intertwine with the vertical ones, and not just go under them.
4. Reinforce the strength of each strap with three small upholstery nails. This is what this whole process of upholstered furniture repair looks like in the photo:

5. Now you can proceed directly to installing the springs. You can use an old photo or just distribute them evenly on the sling support. The end of each spring should "face" in the same direction as all the others.

6. The springs are attached to the straps either using a special tool or with a thick strand of twine and a special button. Each spring must be secured at three points.

7. Drive 2 nails into the end of each vertical and horizontal row of springs.

8. Measure the length of the twine, which will be 2 times the length of the seat plus 40-50 cm. Fold the piece in half and create a loop around the nails, as shown in the photo below. After this, pulling the twine taut, hammer in the nails with the loop until the very end.

9. Now our goal is to intertwine the springs together to form the seat and connect all the springs into a single unit. Start and finish tying knots at each end on the second “ring” from the top, then immediately move on to the top rings. This will allow you to get a dome-shaped seat.

10. Once you have tied all the springs together, wrap the twine around the nail and hammer it in until it stops. Secure the free end of the thread with a stapler.

11. For the second thread from each secured loop, repeat steps 9 and 10, but it should be tied exclusively on the upper rings, without “falling” to the second level from above.

12. Tie everything like this vertical rows, then horizontal, and to be sure, you can also go diagonally. As a result, none of your springs will be able to move separately from the rest. Be guided step by step photos to secure springs in the seat of upholstered furniture:

Finally, all that remains is to reupholster the finished seat. In this case, the craftsman simply sewed on the fabric (which could also be done using a stapler), and masked the seams with ribbon.

Reupholstering or replacing upholstery of upholstered furniture

Reupholstering can also be quite a task, but it's definitely worth it, especially if you don't have any special plans for the weekend. Next, you will learn how to properly reupholster an old sofa or chair with your own hands.

Stage 1. Removing old upholstery

1. You may feel like you know this piece of furniture by heart. But still, before removing the upholstery, take a photo of it inside, outside, front and back, taking close-up Particularly difficult areas are around the armrests, etc.
2. Carefully remove the old upholstery, being careful not to damage it or the furniture itself. You may need an anti-staple gun, a screwdriver and other tools for this. It is recommended to remove the fabric in the following order:

• From the lower base (turning the sofa onto its back or upside down);
• From the outside of the back and armrests;
• From the inside of the back and armrests;
• From the seat.

You will use the old upholstery as a template. Before applying it to new fabric, we recommend ironing it.

Stage 2. Sewing new upholstery and reupholstering upholstered furniture

1. Use your photos and old upholstery as a guide. Start reupholstering the furniture from the bottom base, then work on the armrests, backrest and seat in that order.

2. Cut the fabric according to the finished template, taking into account the following:

• On the edges that will be sewn with thread, leave an additional 10-15 mm of fabric;
• At the edges that will be stapled, add about 50mm, which will be used to pull the upholstery over the sofa.

3. Sew sections of fabric where necessary and stretch it over the bottom, securing it with a stapler along the edges.

5. Next to it is the outer part of the armrests.

Notice how the craftsman avoided seams and secured the outer armrest padding with a hammer.

The photo below shows Alternative option restoration of armrests. The master secured them with a stapler, and then covered the staples with a beautiful braid.

1. Let's return to our example. After the armrests came the turn of the backrest. A rope sewn around the perimeter gives it an interesting and expressive shape.

This technique can also be used to add expressiveness to the armrests, which is what was done during the restoration of this chair.

1. The outer part of the backrest is secured in the same way as the outer upholstery of the armrests. Additionally, the sofa was decorated with buttons and new legs. On next photo you can compare the sofa before and after repair and reupholstery.

Restoration of upholstered furniture: before and after photos

At the end of this article, we offer you a few more photos of upholstered furniture before and after restoration. We hope that these examples will clearly demonstrate to you that any furniture can be restored beyond recognition and bring you pleasure with its new style, color and upholstery!

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And if you have no desire to engage in restoration and reupholstery of furniture, then here are a few simple solutions for masking problem areas and repairing upholstered furniture with your own hands:

Restoring upholstered furniture with your own hands: tips with before and after photos updated: April 20, 2018 by: Margarita Glushko

Even the most quality furniture during intensive use it breaks down or loses its former attractiveness. There is no need to immediately get rid of it after making purchases. There are many ways you can use to update your interior items. You don't even need a restoration specialist for this. It is quite possible to repair a sofa with your own hands. Below are methods that will help give things an updated look.

If a thing has lost its former attractiveness, you can return it to its original appearance through a number of techniques.

How to update old sofa:

How is furniture reupholstered?

In essence, this procedure is a major overhaul of furniture. If you try, you can get almost new furniture from an old sofa, fully meeting the idea of ​​an ideal piece of furniture.

This work is not as difficult as it might seem at first glance, even if you are not a home craftsman. To restore a leather sofa, you need to prepare all the necessary equipment and materials in advance.

To carry out the reupholstery you will need:

• screwdrivers and pliers (they are needed to remove old staples);
• a set of wrenches for nuts and bolts; tape measure (without it it is impossible to take measurements);
• construction or pneumatic stapler;
• staples (6-10 mm. In this situation, everything depends on the thickness and density of the material that will be used to upholster the repaired item);
• garbage bags.

To sew a new cover for sofas you will need:

• fabric for upholstery (or leatherette) and fabric for lining;
• tailor's scissors;
• special crayons for the material (in extreme cases, you can take remnants);
• reinforced threads;
• ruler;
• paper for creating patterns;
• sewing machine.

How to remake furniture at home?

Just follow the instructions:

Stage I: we begin restoring furniture by disassembling it, which involves unscrewing and removing locks, as well as detaching old staples that were needed to secure the upholstery to the frame. Be sure to keep trash bags on hand to immediately remove dust and previous litter.

It is necessary to remove all unusable parts and debris

Stage II: carrying out repair work and replacement of parts that have become unusable. In fact, restoring an old but beloved sofa is possible if you select the right spare parts. If you notice that cracks have appeared on the beams that form the frame, this indicates that their useful life has come to an end. Replacement should be carried out by choosing solid beams. If desired, you can order them from a carpenter or prepare them yourself. In order for the alteration to be carried out efficiently, the joints of the beams should be registered using PVA glue. If you notice broken parts, you also need to repair them or install new ones by cutting them out with a jigsaw.

If necessary, it is worth replacing the beams

For their subsequent fixation, the master uses nails or a pneumatic stapler. This tool will be needed if you decide to return the furniture to its original appearance. Springs often break during operation. We repair them by completely replacing the blocks. Sometimes this is the only solution that is suitable for bringing the seats of your favorite folding beds back to normal.

Stage III: replacement of the filler, which is often foam rubber. Over time, it cakes and becomes unsuitable for further use. We restore the seat by removing the old material and covering it with new. How to restore the seat? Only in this way, although it can be done easier by leaving the same filler if it is in good condition.

Replacing foam rubber is a mandatory step

Over the past ten years, it has become popular to restore old upholstered furniture - Soviet book sofas, seats of dining chairs, favorite armchairs. Reasons that make people give new life old things, practically sentimental - a relic sofa brought by a great-grandfather as a trophy from the war, or an armchair in which the grandmother knitted a lot of socks for a family of three generations.

But more often we are surprised to realize that good Soviet furniture in terms of quality and integrity of the frame is much better than new furniture found in the low and medium price ranges. Such furniture is often made from raw timber, cheap spring blocks, and covered with cheap and low-quality fabric on top.

A great number of master restorers have appeared - there are even craftsmen who can so transform appearance old sofa, that it will not differ from its modern counterparts in design and content. But, in fact, with minimal business skills, desire and patience, reupholstering upholstered furniture with your own hands is an easy and even creative task.

Do-it-yourself methods for restoring and upholstering furniture

Furniture restoration allows you to completely transform old interior items

There are two ways to update the appearance of upholstered furniture: washing and replacement. Both options are quite labor-intensive and technically cumbersome, but doable! All your efforts will pay off when you see and feel the fruits of your labor with a feeling of complete satisfaction.

This option is best suited for small pieces of furniture: chair seats, stools and small armchairs. If you like the upholstery fabric on your favorite old sofa and it is well preserved, has a unique woven pattern, and you understand that a modern analogue is unaffordable, then the sofa cover can be put in the wash.

To wash large furniture covers, it is better to use the services of a professional laundry.

• Saving money - you only spend time with small expenses including cost detergents And furniture fittings(staples, lining fabric).
• Reviving the authentic look of a piece of furniture.

There is one minus, but a significant one - there is a high probability that the cover will “shrink” during washing or even fall apart. Since upholstery fabric is not designed for washing, it is not treated for shrinkage, like clothing fabrics, for example.

Complete replacement of furniture cover

This path is the longest and most difficult, but true. Old and shabby upholstery is mercilessly thrown away, and the sofa can please you with brand new fabric in fresh colors. You can completely replace a furniture cover yourself at home. But be prepared for problems hidden under a leaky cover: cracked frame beams, broken springs, broken fiberboard or a faulty locking mechanism.

If, upon opening the cover, you are saddened to discover internal damage, do not despair - simply the operation of replacing the cover develops into a more complex, major phase of reupholstering upholstered furniture.

Padding

This relatively new concept includes not only replacing upholstery, but also: complete renovation frame, replacement of foam rubber, locks, spring blocks, everything that is needed. In essence, reupholstery is a major overhaul of upholstered furniture, as a result of which you will receive a new interior element made to your taste.

Major renovation allows you to save even the most “dead” furniture

Required tools and materials

In order for the work of reupholstering upholstered furniture to proceed comfortably, smoothly and without unnecessary nerves, you need to prepare the necessary tools in advance.

Tools d For disassembly and assembly work

• A large flat-head screwdriver and pliers are used to pick up and pull out old staples.
• A Phillips or flat-head screwdriver that matches the size of the slot in the heads of the screws securing the lock to the frame.
• Set of wrenches for nuts and bolts.

Almost all upholstered furniture frames are bolted, so you can’t do without a set of keys

• Tape measure - take the necessary measurements when replacing body parts.
• Stapler - construction or pneumatic. The second is preferable because, without effort on your part, it drives long, strong staples deep into the wood of the frame, even through several layers of fabric.
• Staples - from 6 mm to 10 mm depending on the thickness and density of the selected upholstery fabric.
• Garbage bags (larger and denser).

To sew new covers you will need:

• New upholstery fabric - the choice in stores is mind-boggling, choose according to taste and cost. In order not to be mistaken with the footage, sketch out approximate details before purchasing. Consider standard width roll - up to 145 cm (together with the edging of the edges of the canvas) and the location of the patterns relative to the pile and shine of the material.
• Lining fabric for padding the back surfaces of the back and seat. This is not necessary, but a layer of lining will protect the furniture from dust getting inside, and the cost of lining material is low. Therefore, it is better not to neglect this simple operation.
• Sharp scissors, preferably special tailor's scissors for cutting.

When cutting new covers, tailor's scissors will be simply irreplaceable.

• Crayons or thin pieces of soap.
• Threads - no less than No. 10, and better - special reinforced ones for rigid fabrics.
• Meter ruler.
• Paper for patterns if you are going to modify the appearance of the product: change the shape of the legs, back and seats.
• Sewing machine.

Constriction technology

Dismantling old furniture

This is the first and dirtiest stage - you have to unscrew and remove the bolts, locks and disassemble the frame. Then remove all the old staples that fasten the upholstery to the frame.

After removing the upholstery, a rather unsightly picture may be revealed to the eye.

Take care of the disassembly site - you will have to stir up the “dust of centuries” that has soaked the sofa or armchair. And staples have a sneaky habit of scattering across the floor and digging into the soles of sneakers (or feet). If it is not possible to disassemble the sofa outside, cover the equipment (TVs, computers, etc.) with film, and take everything that is possible into another room.

Keep garbage bags on hand - you will have to throw away a lot of rubbish that the inside of the sofa (chairs, chairs, etc.) has become. Once you've finished disassembling, immediately remove all resulting debris from your home. Various nasties can lurk in the interior dust of upholstered furniture - from allergens to dust mites.

Repair work and replacement of parts

Having removed the old cover, you may find a number of serious damages under the harmless abrasions of the upholstery; do not rush to give up and throw away the sofa, calculating in your head how much it will cost to buy a new one.

All repair problems solvable, and the parts are replaceable - the list of breakdowns and ways to fix them is not as extensive and scary as you might think at first glance.

Cracked frame beams

All old sofas and armchairs are based on frames held together with locking saws and glue. This is a strong and durable system, much better than modern installation with self-tapping screws. But when the service life ends, the corners of the frames become weak and crack. The beams need to be replaced. Choose dry wood, without knots, cracks and bark – bast or middle with an even straight structure. Otherwise, the beam, which carries a large load and lacks strength and integrity, will quickly burst. raw wood in warm and dry apartment conditions it will begin to dry out and warp belatedly. It is better to repeat the lock cut - order it from a master carpenter or do it yourself. It is better to soak the joints of the frame beams with PVA glue before joining.

Broken fiberboard parts (lintels of the seat frame and backrest)

Everything is simpler here - you measure the size and cut out new parts yourself with a jigsaw or make them to order in a furniture workshop. It is better to prepare separate parts of the jumpers (in old sofas there are usually three of them - the middle and two sides), which are easier to replace in case of a break. They can be attached to the frame with nails or a pneumatic stapler.

Broken springs not only impair the cushioning properties of furniture, but can also cause injuries and cuts.

The sore spot is the middle of the seat, where children love to jump and guests love to sit. Some craftsmen manage to “twist” spring blocks, replacing broken springs with new ones. However, there is no guarantee that after some time another one will not burst. old spring and for her sake you won’t have to start all the work all over again. Therefore, it is more rational to replace the spring blocks completely.

Replacing seat belts

Any dense tape of suitable width can act as belts.

Typically, the frames of the seats and backs of old chairs are tightened with intertwined wide belts, on which foam rubber is laid. And the belts very rarely break; most often the place where the belt and the frame meet is worn out. Any belts that you consider durable will be suitable for replacement. The main thing is that they are tightly woven, preferably from synthetic materials and a width of at least 5–7 cm.

Caked foam rubber

Any type of foam rubber has this technical characteristics, as the number of compressions. This is an indicator of how many times the material will withstand compression and be able to restore its original shape and elasticity. Almost always in old furniture, foam rubber has long outlived its usefulness in this respect and has turned into dust or into a viscous substance reminiscent of sticky plasticine. Throw it away without regret and lay down new foam rubber.

It’s better not to skimp on foam rubber - it’s not only a soft layer, but also protection internal structure from breakdowns

Replacing locks

Another common problem is that over time, the steel lock mechanism becomes loose, there is play in it, or the springs that lock the lock into the “sitting” or “lying” position fall off. Inspect the lock carefully; you may need to change the screw or install a new latch spring. If not, then the lock will have to be changed - fortunately, this is not a problem, furniture fittings stores will offer you big choice modern castles.

Master class on sewing new covers

The most creative stage of work. You can leave the look of the furniture the same; in this case, you can use old covers as patterns. Before work, they should be thoroughly shaken and vacuumed.

When cutting new parts, carefully monitor the location of the weft and warp threads, as well as the direction of the pile. This is especially true for the patterns of the backrest and seat-back, if the width of the fabric does not allow making a one-piece cover (meaning the upholstery of a sofa-book).

With creativity and sewing skills, you can transform the look of old furniture to make it more modern, comfortable, and suit your taste.

The main part of the modifications is achieved with foam rubber overlays - soft bolsters are added on the side panels, and backrest headrest pads are added. You can take into account the position of the body in a sitting position and add foam pads on the seat (under the knees) and inserts under the lower back.

By using darts, folds, and curly details, the covers will take on a completely new shape and become more modern.

In order to do a high-quality and beautiful job of modifying the appearance of upholstered furniture, you need basic cutting and sewing skills. If you are not confident in your abilities, it is better not to risk doing it yourself, but hire a specialist to do the work.

• Nuances of cutting and sewing

Leave seam allowances of 1 – 1.5 cm depending on the density of the fabric.

• When cutting fabric, be sure to leave 1-1.5 centimeters for seams

• Upholstery fabric with a large pile must be basted by hand before machine stitching to avoid moving parts.
• If leatherette, artificial or natural leather is chosen for the upholstery, then when making facial finishing seams, use it as a presser foot sewing machine use a special roller. As a last resort, you can coat the surface of the fabric under the presser foot with a thin layer of machine oil.
• In case of sewing into a cover decorative overlays, baste the folds by hand.

As often as possible during the sewing process, do fittings - foam rubber, a softening hard spring frame, a pliable material, the shape of which is determined by the cover.

Attaching new covers to upholstered furniture parts

The repair work has been completed, the covers have been sewn, it’s time to begin the important stage of stretching the new upholstery. You need to clearly understand that the final result and appearance of your chair or sofa depend on the quality of this stage. You will need patience and accuracy in your work.

At the stage of the last fitting, it will still be possible to correct mistakes - sew in or loosen the corners a little, alter the darts. Don’t be alarmed if the cover fits very tightly onto the frame - in the process of attaching it, you will still “shoot” it even tighter. It's worse if the cover is put on loosely, because... By attaching it with staples, there is a high probability of getting unsightly folds and creases.

The sequence of work on attaching new upholstery covers:

• First of all, put the covers on the parts and, while they are in a free position, straighten them as much as possible. The seams should be positioned evenly and parallel to the edges of the parts; match the corners of the covers with the corners of the frames.
• Then start attaching the cover with staples - holding the stapler in right hand, with your left hand, constantly, using ironing movements, pull the fabric from the middle of the part to the edge. Make sure that the bevel is even and evenly rounded - this especially applies to the edges of the backs and seats of chairs and sofas. It is better to start “shooting” staples from the middle, so any excess tissue will move to the edges, where they can be sutured manually.

Stapler - best tool for fastening furniture covers

• When upholstering the former, carefully cut out the holes for the bolts with scissors and fill the edges of the cutouts with staples. If necessary, use a hammer to drive the staples into the wood more tightly.
• After stretching the upholstery, you need to cover the wrong sides with sheets of lining fabric. There is no need to waste time carefully cutting out the lining with scissors. Having outlined the approximate length, taking into account the folding of the edges 3-4 cm on each side, make a notch with scissors and tear the fabric; the synthetic lining breaks exactly along the thread, which you will not get when cutting with scissors. The inside of the lining should be shot from the corners, pulling the fabric tightly.

Byltse - (from Ukrainian) the back of a bed, chair, armrest of a sofa, armchair, etc.

Final stage work - assembly. When assembling a sofa, first of all we attach the lock to the back and seat, then attach the resulting structure to the pallet of the sofa book and attach the bolts. When assembling a chair, you gradually install the seat and backrest to one frame, then attach the second to the structure. The legs are installed last.

Restoration helps transform old furniture into a new, stylish piece of furniture

Video: reupholstering an old chair

Since the process of reupholstering furniture is quite complex, we bring to your attention a short video that will clearly demonstrate all the stages of reupholstery, using the example of restoring an old chair.

Reupholstering upholstered furniture with your own hands is a responsible, labor-intensive task, but with excellent practical benefits and moral impact. You get satisfaction from the work done and the updated look of a piece of furniture you personally repaired. And most importantly - experience, which, who knows, can mark the beginning of a new hobby, and possibly a profitable business. Good luck with your renovation!

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Regardless of the type and quality of upholstery, cushioned furniture Over time it loses its attractiveness. The upholstery is worn out, looks old and dirty, although the base of the structure remains quite strong and sound. Is it worth spending money on new sofa? It is not at all a fact that it will be better than the old one. Restoring a sofa is best option in such a situation, you can find out more on the website - http://rem-mebel.kiev.ua/restoration-of-leather-furniture/. This is a way to update existing furniture in the house, while saving a considerable amount of money.

Possible difficulties

Before you begin restoring an old sofa, it is useful to find out what difficulties you may encounter in the process of performing this work:

• Problems associated with disassembling the structure into individual parts.
• If the sofa has a complex shape, it can be difficult to cut out the upholstery.
• During the restoration process, it turns out that not only the upholstery needs to be replaced, but also the filling and (or) individual parts.
• It is quite difficult to work with individual upholstery materials. Thus, leather and leatherette are much more difficult to work with than textiles.

Important! If the sofa is antique, it is better to have the work done experienced craftsmen. If you have minimal carpentry skills, it is better not to undertake the restoration of antiques.

Stages of work:

1. Dismantling the sofa, dismantling individual elements.
2. Removing worn upholstery.
3. Cut out the upholstery material. In this case, old parts can be used as patterns.
4. Upholstery fastening.
5. Assembling the structure together.

What will you need for the job?

So, before you restore the sofa with your own hands, you need to prepare tools and supplies:

• Upholstery textiles.
• Flat blade screwdriver.
• Hex key.
• Furniture stapler.
• Anti-stapler.
• Filler material.
• Scissors.
• Wire cutters.
• Threads.

Now let's look at each stage of recovery in more detail.

Disassembly

Remove the following parts of the sofa structure step by step:

• Overlay elements.
• Pillows.
• The back.
• Sidewalls.
• Seat.

Important! As a rule, the only difficulty at this stage is that fastening materials are constantly lost. To prevent this from happening, it is advisable to collect them in a special package.

Removing worn upholstery

Here are the best helpers home handyman are a flathead screwdriver and an anti-stapler.

Important! Try to remove the material with extreme care, as it will still be needed for cutting new upholstery.

Be sure to remove dust and debris. Be sure to evaluate the condition of the filler. If the foam is very worn, it's time to replace it. Sometimes it is necessary to change the springs if they have lost their elasticity. Check all connections. If necessary, secure them with screws or glue.

Cutting upholstery material

How correctly, beautifully and accurately you perform the cutting upholstery fabric, depends on how the restored product will look. Use old upholstery as patterns, not forgetting about 2-3 cm allowances.

Important! It is advisable to purchase fabric with a small margin so as not to make mistakes when cutting.

How to choose material?

When choosing upholstery material, you need to take into account not only aesthetic, but also practical qualities. It is important that the material is well cleaned from dirt, does not fade, and does not have a strong odor. If the fabric is fleecy, consider the direction of the pile.

Important! Want to save money on upholstery? Then choose fabric without a pattern or with a small pattern. Then the problem of selecting a pattern will not be relevant; you can place the patterns as economically as possible.

Can be used for upholstery fabric different shades. It is best to make the armrests dark, as they become more dirty. For back and seat suitable fabric lighter.

Now about choosing a filler. The most common options are padding polyester or furniture foam:

• Sintepon. The quality of the material can be judged by its color. White color indicates good quality material. Any other shade indicates that the filler is made from low-quality recycled materials. Good padding polyester odorless, durable, with uniform density.
• Foam rubber. High-quality furniture foam rubber is dense, porous, with small bubbles. If foam rubber good quality, then after deformation it almost instantly restores its shape. Optimal thickness material is 5 cm. If you want to make a more rigid structure, take 2 sheets of foam rubber 3 and 2 cm and put felt between them.

Assembly of the structure

It is carried out in the exact reverse order of the disassembly process. It is advisable to take photographs of each stage of disassembly. Then assembling the furniture will be much easier.