No matter how good the quality of the furniture, it will still become unusable. But how sad it is to part with your favorite upholstered chairs! After all, they are comfortable and stable, but the upholstery fails. Do not throw furniture in the trash, it is better to give it a second life. Chair upholstery is a very exciting and simple process. A little effort, patience - and your interior will change, and the budget will not suffer from the purchase of new furniture. Show your imagination and design abilities - and your family and friends will be surprised and kindly envy such chairs!
Down with the old
The chair upholstery will go like clockwork if you prepare everything you need and stock up on a good mood. First, carefully inspect the frame for damage and scratches. If there are any, they can be eliminated with wood putty and varnish. You can paint the frame with paint to match the color of the upholstery, it will turn out original and stylish. Such unusual chairs of bright colors can decorate both the children's room and the living room. Pick up the fabric and accessories, and you can safely proceed towork.
Dismantling
All old soft elements of the chair must be carefully removed. Arm yourself with a nail puller, scissors, a hammer, a knife. All these tools will help to remove fabric and filler without any problems. Remove the seat first, taking care not to damage the wooden structure. Pry up the nails with a nail puller and pull up. Now separate the fabric from the seal to make a pattern. Thus, you will definitely not be mistaken with the size, and the hauling of the chair with your own hands will go like clockwork.
Be sure to remove all springs by cutting off the twine holding them, but only if they are badly worn and damaged. Typically, springs last several decades. If they are in satisfactory condition, simply cover the springs with a piece of burlap and secure with an industrial stapler.
If the springs still had to be removed, it was the turn of the old nails. Only the base and plywood or slats on the seat should remain of the chair. Repair and upholstery of chairs is done in order to save money, so ordinary foam rubber can serve as a sealant.
Do the same with the back of the chair. Remove all soft materials without damaging the fabric.
Noble tree
If you properly care for wooden furniture, it will last a long time faithfully. Tighten all the bolts of the wooden frame, and you can start painting. Lacquer is perfect for any kind of wood. Cover all elements with two layers of varnish or acrylic paint. Legs if desiredyou can decorate with decoupage technique or apply a pattern through a stencil. On sale there are special waterproof stickers for furniture. They can also decorate chairs, but then it is better to choose a plain fabric. It will turn out original and unusual.
Soft seat
Before going to the fabric store, measure the chair and calculate the number of meters of material. Upholstery of kitchen chairs requires special attention. Their seats quickly become unusable, as they are used constantly, they are subject to soot, grease, and dirt. Jacquard, tapestry, chenille are well suited. Fabrics are not so cheap, so you should not buy too much.
To make a pattern, take a sheet of thick cardboard and circle the old fabric from the seat. Now transfer the pattern to the new material and cut. We do the same with foam rubber. When all the blanks are ready, you can begin to assemble the structure. Chair reupholstery in full swing! Using universal glue, we attach the foam rubber to the base (usually plywood). After the glue dries, apply the fabric and begin to fold the edges inwards, sealing the seat.
Tightly stretch the fabric and staple it to the plywood. Now we fasten our work of furniture art to the frame and enjoy the work! The backs need to be covered with fabric and at the back so that the look of the chair is neat. Bend the edges evenly, make sure that there are no wrinkles or folds.
Leather substitute can be used instead of fabric. The look of the chairs will be presentable and strict. Edges can be trimmedfurniture carnations with shiny hats. Create stylish things with your own hands!
Golden Hands
Creating comfort and beauty in your home is a great pleasure. If you stock up on patience and feel a creative impulse, the home will be transformed beyond recognition. Do not spare your strength, show your imagination, and everything will work out! Chair upholstery can be a fun activity for the whole family. You will get great pleasure, and even save the family budget!
