{"id":1303,"date":"2015-03-03T08:00:20","date_gmt":"2015-03-03T14:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.kovifabrics.com\/?p=1303"},"modified":"2024-08-17T20:15:31","modified_gmt":"2024-08-18T01:15:31","slug":"how-to-get-chair-measurements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kovifabrics.com\/blog\/how-to-get-chair-measurements\/","title":{"rendered":"Measuring Upholstery 101 (Part 1): How to Get Chair Measurements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may have found your favorite material, perhaps a floral printed fabric<\/a> or something with stripes<\/a> for a more contemporary look. But how do you get the correct measurements? Fret not; measuring upholstery can be easy if you know how to get the correct numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Get Your Measuring Tape Ready<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you reupholster your favorite chair, you’ll need to measure each part. Grab your measuring tape and find out how!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Examine the Furniture Piece and Its Parts <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Make sure to note its size and shape. You’re not going to cover a flat-piece object; each section of your chair is covered with fabric and padding. For example, it can be a fully upholstered chair or an armless stool. This will give you an idea of how much you’re going to spend on your material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Measure the Section Sizes <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Measure from side by side, then up and down. When measuring the bottom part, take only the visible area. For cushions, measure at the broadest point and consider any border or piping included in the design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jot Down the Measurements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Measure these parts and write them down:<\/p>\n\n\n\n