Refresh Your Cushions for the New Year

Saggy cushions not only make furniture look old and dated, but also turn armchairs, sofas, and love seats into uncomfortable eyesores that mar the aesthetic of your living room. Fortunately, it’s possible to rescue furniture from this condition by finding a foam cushion replacement for worn or lifeless cushions. Replacing cushion foam is simple, and we have plenty of upholstery foam to help you get the job done.

How to Easily Order Replacement Foam to Renew Floppy Cushions

Tools and Materials

• Tape measure
• Custom foam cushion replacement

Steps

1. Remove the old cushion foam from its cover. You will actually be measuring the cover and not the old foam. Foam breaks down and shrinks with use, so measuring the cover will ensure that your new foam completely fills out the cushion.
2. Using the tape measure, take seam-to-seam measurements of the length, width, and height of the cover. Take extra measurements as needed for non-rectangular cushions, such as L-Cushions and T-Cushions.
3. Decide if your cushion will need dacron (polyester fiberfill) wrap or not. If your old foam has white fluffy material wrapped around the foam, you will want it on your new foam. If it does not, you should still consider it, as it gives the cushion a rounded, less angular look, and extends the lifespan of the foam.
4. Adjust your measurements to get the final measurements for the foam you will be ordering:
   • For cushions with dacron wrap: If the thickness is ¼” or less above the whole number, round it down. If the thickness is more than ¼” above the whole number, round it up. If it is exactly a whole number, no change is needed. Also, if the thickness is ¼” or less above the whole number, we suggest double dacron wrapping your cushion.
   • For cushions without dacron wrap: Add ½” to both the overall width and length. If the thickness is ¼” or less above the whole number, round it down. If the thickness is more than ¼” above the whole number, round it up. If it is exactly a whole number, no change is needed.
5. Using your final measurements, find your cushion shape in our Custom Cushion service and order replacement foam for your cushion.
6. Once your new foam arrives, simply slip it into your existing cover!

For instructions on reupholstering your own cushion, see our articles on Do It Yourself Seats and Cushions.

Renew Your Cushions with Foam by Mail

Renewing your saggy furniture cushions as a DIY project is a surprisingly easy way to extend the life of your favorite armchair, sofa, or loveseat. It’s also far more affordable than sending the item out for professional repair or replacing the piece in its entirety, so try following these steps to help reclaim that fresh-off-the-showroom-floor look! Check out our selection of foam seats and cushions to find everything you need to complete your foam cushion replacement. We even offer custom seat cushions, replacement cushions, and more to cater to your specific needs.

And don’t forget to read more of our helpful resources, including our comprehensive foam cushion guide Cushion Foam: The Ultimate Guide, where we explore cushion types and share our tips for the best replacement ideas.