Features of replacing foam rubber in the sofa

Any kind of upholstered furniture wears out over time and needs reconstruction. On the sofa, scuffs, dents, dips can be found most often on the back and seat. If the frame of the interior item is strong, then in order to return it to its original appearance, it is worth changing the foam rubber.

If the foam rubber in the sofa has become unusable, then it is not necessary to change the furniture to a new one. In this case, it is better to replace the filler. You can quickly and efficiently return softness and comfort to your sofa by contacting specialists. However, it will be much cheaper to do all the work yourself. To do this, the owner of upholstered furniture will need to have the necessary tools and materials.

Repair of upholstered furniture involves not only replacing foam rubber, but also fixing faults, as well as restoring the upholstery, if necessary. According to the advice of professionals, it is worthwhile to independently replace the foam rubber of the sofa in the following cases:

• furniture has been in use for a long time and has become an inconvenient place to rest;
• the sofa has a factory defect or its filler was originally of poor quality;
• with excessive softness of furniture.

It is possible to independently replace the foam filler only if you are confident in your own abilities, otherwise it is better to entrust this responsible business to professionals.

If you want to preserve the attractive appearance of the sofa after replacing the filler in it, you should choose the right material.

The thickness of the filler sheet must be at least centimeters. The optimal indicator of density is considered to be 30 kg / m3. The life of the sofa depends on these characteristics.

If a thin foam rubber is chosen, which is characterized by excessive softness, then after several months it can be squeezed out. Then you will have to change the filler again. If you buy too dense material, the upholstered furniture will be uncomfortable for sitting and relaxing.

When choosing foam rubber for replacement, it is worth considering its brand and quality. In the marking, the first digits are responsible for the density, and the last for the stiffness. These indicators are responsible not only for the service life of upholstered furniture, but also affect its price.

Typically, foam sheets have standard dimensions with a width of 100 centimeters and a length of 200 centimeters.

The following filler can be an alternative to foam rubber.

• Spring block - long-lasting, reliable, rigid filler with orthopedic qualities.
• Polyurethane foam Is an environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, resilient material that can withstand heavy loads and does not accumulate dust.
• Sintepon characterized by environmental friendliness, hypoallergenicity, elasticity and affordable cost.
• Periotec does not cause allergies, the peculiarity of its fibers does not contribute to the development of pathogenic bacteria. The material is comfortable, safe for health and quickly regains its shape.
• Structofiber Is a filler in which mites and microorganisms do not multiply. The filler is hypoallergenic, long-lasting and does not rot.
• Felt, the quilted jacket increases the life of the sofa, is dense, wear-resistant, regulates heat and is inexpensive.

Do-it-yourself step-by-step replacement of foam rubber for upholstered furniture includes the following steps.

1. Detach the sides and back from the sofa.
2. Remove the transforming mechanism.
3. Inspect the frame. If necessary, make additional fastening of the plywood to the bottom. For this purpose, it is worth using nails or furniture glue.
4. Remove the upholstery from each piece of upholstered furniture, for this you can use a staple remover or a flat screwdriver.
5. Old upholstery material should be washed and ironed to restore it to its original appearance as much as possible. If you plan to upholster the sofa with a new fabric, then you will need to make patterns on it.
6. The cut foam rubber must be placed on the wooden surface of each part of the sofa. Then the material is firmly pressed and fixed with staples. If you want to make the back more voluminous, you can add an additional layer of foam rubber to it.
7. In order to ensure the density and evenness of the fit of the filler, each piece of furniture should use canvas.
8. Carry out the tightening process. To do this, it is worth pulling the material and securing it with a construction stapler.
9. Collection of all the components of the sofa into a single whole.

Foam rubber is considered the most common filler for upholstered furniture.

A master class on replacing foam rubber in a sofa can be found in the video below.