How To Upholster A Couch

Upholstering a couch is a great way to give it a new look and feel and extend its life. While it may seem like a daunting task, it is actually quite simple with the right tools and materials.

Here are the steps on how to upholster a couch:

1. Gather your materials. You will need:

Upholstery fabric
Upholstery foam
Upholstery batting
Upholstery thread
Upholstery needle
Scissors
Staple gun
Screwdriver
Hammer

2. Remove the old upholstery. Start by removing the cushions from the couch. Then, use a screwdriver to remove the staples that are holding the old upholstery in place. Once the old upholstery is removed, you can discard it.

3. Cut the new upholstery fabric. Measure the couch and cut the new upholstery fabric to size. Be sure to add a few inches to each side for overlap.

4. Apply the upholstery foam. Cut the upholstery foam to size and apply it to the couch. Use a staple gun to secure the foam in place.

5. Apply the upholstery batting. Cut the upholstery batting to size and apply it to the couch over the foam. Use a staple gun to secure the batting in place.

6. Staple the new upholstery fabric to the couch. Start by stapling the fabric to the bottom of the couch. Then, work your way up the sides and back of the couch. Be sure to pull the fabric taut as you staple it.

7. Trim the excess fabric. Once the fabric is stapled in place, trim any excess fabric around the edges. You can use scissors or a utility knife to do this.

8. Replace the cushions. Reattach the cushions to the couch. You may need to use a screwdriver to tighten the screws that hold the cushions in place.

Your couch is now reupholstered! Enjoy your new-looking couch.

Tips

If you are unsure about how to do any of the steps, consult a professional upholsterer.
Use a heavy-duty upholstery fabric that is durable and will last for years to come.
Be sure to pull the fabric taut as you staple it to avoid wrinkles.
If you make a mistake, don't worry. You can always remove the staples and start over.