Measuring Upholstery 101 (Part 3): Upholstered Ottoman

Upholstered Ottoman

In the third installation of our “Measuring Upholstery” series, we’ll be talking about how to get the correct dimensions for an upholstered ottoman. Despite being small, this furniture creates a beautiful impact in your room, being versatile in many ways. It can be used as a seat, a footrest, and sometimes, a mini table. Because of its use, it can be easy for your ottoman to wear out. However, refurbishing it can be fun. Unlike chairs and sofas, a DIY upholstery project for an ottoman is more straightforward.

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Measuring Upholstery 101 (Part 2): How to Measure a Sofa

how to measure a sofa

We talked about how to measure fabric size for your chair reupholstery project last time. In our second “Measuring Upholstery” series, we will tackle getting the correct sizes for your sofa. A threadbare, old long couch looks tacky in the middle of your living room, but you can turn it into a lovely piece once you refurbish its usable parts. By replacing the aged and dirty fabric, your sofa can blend into your interiors, looking brand new.

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Measuring Upholstery 101 (Part 1): How to Get Chair Measurements

chair measurements

Are you thinking of reupholstering your favorite chair? Reupholstering your chair is a good decision. For one, you are reusing an item of sentimental worth and giving it a new, fresh design with the help of newer patterns and better fabrics. But a common fear you may have is measuring upholstery accurately. You may have … Read more

How To Measure Furniture for Upholstery: Basic Fabric Measurements

how to measure furniture

When choosing fabrics for your upholstery, it’s essential to get your furniture’s measurements right. Otherwise, you’ll end up buying more or less than you need. While you should purchase an extra few inches of fabric, buying too much can cost you a lot. Getting a reasonable estimation is crucial. Today, we’re talking about upholstery measurement … Read more