How Do You Reupholster A Chair Seat

Reupholstering a chair seat is a great way to give an old chair a new look or to fix a damaged seat. It's a relatively easy project that can be completed in a few hours with a few simple tools.

To reupholster a chair seat, you will need the following materials:

New fabric
Foam or batting (optional)
Scissors
Staple gun and staples
Hammer
Screwdriver
Measuring tape

Before you start, remove the old fabric from the chair seat. If there is any foam or batting, remove that as well.

Cut a piece of new fabric that is large enough to cover the seat cushion. The fabric should be at least 2 inches larger than the seat cushion on all sides.

If you are using foam or batting, cut a piece that is the same size as the seat cushion.

Place the foam or batting on top of the chair seat. Center the fabric on top of the foam or batting.

Fold the edges of the fabric over the foam or batting and staple them to the bottom of the seat cushion.

Use a hammer and screwdriver to tighten the staples.

Trim any excess fabric around the edges of the seat cushion.

Your chair seat is now reupholstered! Enjoy your new look.

Additional Tips

If you are not sure how much fabric to buy, measure the seat cushion and add 2 inches to each side.
You can use any type of fabric to reupholster a chair seat, but some fabrics work better than others. For example, canvas and denim are durable fabrics that are easy to clean, while velvet and silk are more delicate and require more care.
If you are using foam or batting, choose a thickness that is comfortable for you.
Be sure to pull the fabric taut when you are stapling it to the seat cushion. This will help to prevent the fabric from sagging.
If you make a mistake, don't worry! Simply remove the staples and start over.