It is no secret that the upholstery of upholstered furniture loses its original appearance very quickly. Mechanisms and accessories are often still in excellent condition, when the fabric is already heavily rubbed. It’s good to know how to drag a sofa yourself. This skill does not require the knowledge of an experienced furniture maker; you only need desire and accuracy. Here is a step-by-step instruction with photos and video tutorials.

Preparatory stage

The first thing to do is to evaluate the difficulty and appropriateness of the work. If the design of the sofa is very ornate, consists of many elements of complex shape, serious difficulties may arise in the construction of patterns and directly sheathing. Antiques, antiques that require the special care of a professional restorer to pull home properly are almost impossible. However, if a completely ordinary sofa is distinguished by its base strength, fully functional fittings and mechanism, replacing the upholstery will give excellent results. Here is a step-by-step instruction.

You need to stock up on simple tools in advance:

1. Pliers.
2. Screwdriver.
3. Antistapler.
4. Nippers
5. Screwdriver.
6. Scissors.
7. Stapler.

When everything is prepared, proceed to disassemble the sofa. First, the sidewalls are disconnected, then all the shabby elements are removed from the central part. Watching a video that demonstrates disassembling a sofa can save you a lot of time.

If there are springs in the couch, they are inspected and replaced if necessary. Belts should be replaced. Foam rubber and other soft stuffed elements are in almost all cases subject to replacement. When disassembling a sofa into its components, it is important to be careful about the integrity of the old upholstery. Since this fabric will serve to build new patterns. After all, the home master does not have the knowledge of a cutter.

Tip. When disassembling the sofa, take step-by-step photos of the process. This will eliminate any confusion in the subsequent hauling and assembly. You will definitely know where to attach what and in what sequence.

The removed upholstery must be carefully smoothed and the elements transferred to a new fabric. When cutting, allowances for bending are taken into account. You also need to pay close attention to the shared thread. That is, the elements should be placed directly on the fabric along the weave of the threads. If one of the parts is positioned obliquely, the material acquires excessive ductility and may deform.

In some cases, an important part of the beauty of a new upholstery is the location of the patterns on the fabric. For example, large floral motifs, stripes located along or across, a combination of different prints. If a fabric with complex patterns is chosen, it is necessary to produce cutting even more carefully. It is also recommended to buy material with a margin. By analogy with wallpaper, having a large pattern, requiring combination.

The upholstery process

All details must be cut with sharp scissors on a flat surface. At home, this is best done on the floor. Depending on the complexity and configuration features of the sofa parts, a sewing machine may be required. But usually the elements are simply stitched together using traditional technology. Therefore, the ability to make a straight seam on a sewing machine is quite enough. The choice of fabric for the new upholstery is very wide, but if there is no experience in furniture assembly, it is better not to choose materials difficult to work, such as eco leather, suede, slippery fabrics. The following types of furniture fabrics are well suited:

• shenill;
• micro-velor;
• mat;
• jacquard;
• flock;
• thermoacchard.

In most cases, the frame of the sofa, suitable for hauling, is made of wood. Therefore, it is most convenient and practical to fix a new upholstery with a furniture stapler. You should try to position the staples as evenly as possible, at an equal distance from one another. This will ensure uniform tension of the fabric.

Tip. A number of design sofas involves parts filled with thick foam. Working with such elements often causes difficulties, the tissue wrinkles and lays unevenly. It is recommended that you first wrap the foam rubber with a thin padding polyester, and then install it in place. It’s much more convenient to work and the result is much more accurate.

The raw edge of the fabric should be folded inward. The most important stage is ensuring uniform tension of the material on the furniture, without distortions and creases. If we talk about this part of the work step by step, then first you need to determine the middle on the pattern and the center of the tightened part. Fasten the fabric to the designated place. Then the upholstery is attached at the corners, then on each side. Further, it evenly and accurately breaks through brackets around the entire perimeter. This is a very responsible job, requires a firm hand and a keen eye. In order to notice possible errors in time and easily fix them.

No matter how we try to maintain the comfort in the apartment at the proper level, sometimes you just need to look around and admit to yourself that you need to change or fix something in the design. Over time, each piece of furniture becomes unusable. Sofas are no exception.

We would like to see the place where we spend a fairly large amount of time with our family, or simply receiving guests, or reading a book, in good condition. How often we use the sofa, so quickly it can take an unpleasant appearance.

Scuffs, aging, a stain from spilled coffee, which cannot be completely removed, no matter how hard you try, and children in the heat of games do not always understand what their actions can lead to. Here are just a small part of what can affect the outer skin of the sofa.

Now ask yourself the question: “Is it possible to do something with all this, at home?” Answer: "Yes, you can."

In the article, we will consider the process of step-by-step hauling upholstery of a sofa without resorting to outside help. Of course, it is worth mentioning that the call to the house of specialists who will show the master class will be less time-consuming, but more expensive. Choose you.

First of all, it is worth indicating cases when you do not need to restore a piece of furniture yourself:

• a very complex process of disassembling and assembling furniture;
• in the upholstery elements such details are presented whose configuration it is not possible to perform, or their implementation is difficult, in view of the use of a material different from the original one;
• not only the upholstery needs restoration, but also the frame itself, or the filler;
• material that needs to be sheathed is difficult to apply;
• lack of basic skills and experience.

So, we decided to carry out the restoration process of our sofa on our own. All of the above options are not about us. So, we are moving towards the intended goal.

Preparation work

First of all, it is worth deciding on the material and equipment that we will use in the process.

The choice of upholstery material should also be based not only on your personal preferences, but should take into account, for example, the design of the room as a whole. Moreover, there is a large amount of information on the skin, and before choosing it is worth consulting first.

The photo in the catalogs of any sewing store presents a wide range of materials that can be used to upholstery a sofa and sew pillows. Leather, leatherette, velor, flock, tapestry and jacquard are in demand.

Here are some tips for choosing fabrics:

• do not use synthetic or coarse fabric;
• it is worth taking the upholstery on the cover, which is pleasant to the touch;
• to reduce the cost of the material used, you need to use plain material or with a small pattern;
• you can achieve any kind of contrast or pronounced style if you combine plain material with some kind of colorful fabric;
• in order to give the necessary softness to furniture, materials such as foam rubber or synthetic winterizer are used.

The synthetic winterizer will add airiness to upholstered furniture. The pronounced smell of chemistry can serve as a bell for low-quality origin.

The synthetic winterizer is a durable material, and therefore it changes extremely little if everything is done technologically correctly. When applying, it is worth paying attention to the thickness of the material and its strength. It is imperative that it be the same throughout the area of \u200b\u200bapplication.

With the use of foam, everything is a little easier. The quality of the material is responsible for its structure. A high quality material, when compressed, will immediately restore its original shape, while a low one will take time. It is worth mentioning that in high-quality furniture between the human body and foam rubber use linings made of batting, etc.

Tip:  pay attention to the smell of future upholstery, it should not repel.

The preparation of the tool also occupies a separate place, here is part of the necessary:

• scissors;
• threads, durable;
• spanners;
• sewing machine;
• an anti-stapler or a screwdriver, to whom it is more convenient;
• stapler.

Furniture disassembly

Of course, before we get to work, it’s worth disassembling the item of our furniture (keys to help us).

Do not forget about some notes for yourself in this process, otherwise we can disassemble it, but collect it back - problems may arise. The process requires accuracy on our part, which means that you shouldn’t barbarously tear off the fasteners if it didn’t work out with a run.

Elements such as sidewalls, backs must be disassembled in the first place. Step-by-step disassembly process:

• seats
• fasteners are subject to designation and storage in a certain place;
• there are staples - use an anti-stapler or a screwdriver;
• handle the old upholstery carefully, this is our stencil for the new;
• if it is necessary to replace foam rubber or other material, and we will see it, then boldly do it;
• we look at the elements of the exposed structure (if necessary, replace the springs, tighten the structural elements, glue where necessary);
• eliminate defects that are visible.

It is not necessary to follow this instruction strictly, but it is definitely worth paying attention to it.

Upholstery

Here is the finish line. In order not to delay the process of hauling, on the hands, after disassembling the sofa, there should be an old upholstery material.

This is the best option, which will reduce the time for restoration. Especially for corner sofas or furniture with a complex structure.

We take a new upholstery fabric and cut out the details from it, using the contours of the old. You can preliminarily mark this contour with chalk or soap, applying the old upholstery as a stencil and adding 3-5 centimeters in addition.

For most of the sofa, such actions are enough, but the situation with pillows is not so rosy. Here you can’t do without a master at hand, but we don’t have it, so we are arranging our own master class:

• we take a tape measure and make the necessary measurements (length, width, height to help us);
• take the upholstery fabric and apply the appropriate measurements, adding approximately 3-5 cm to each (additional dimensions will be used for bending the fabric);
• the figure is - cut out;
• place the pillow in the center of the resulting figure (it is unforgettable that the fabric has a back side so that you do not have to redo it);
• we wrap the material and fix it with brackets, for the most part the staples are located at a distance of 3-4 cm;
• if there is a pattern, we stretch the material evenly so that the pattern does not warp;
• then we repeat the hauling method for the rest of the pillow.

Note:  When buying material, pay attention to the shade, it may not match.

This method will allow us to fit the remaining parts of the sofa with our own hands. Do not forget that the material that is taken “back to back” may not be enough, be careful.

Buying upholstery material with a reserve will save you from unnecessary expenses. The remaining material can be put on the hauling of something else, the benefit of imagination is enough.

And finally. You should not jump above your own head, if you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to contact specialists. They will help transform the sofa. You can also watch a special video below to better imagine the entire process of hauling:

Good changes are loved, if not all, then most are for sure. In the end, the old, but so familiar and beloved sofa was worn out, but there is no money for the new one, or are you just so close to it that it is a pity to throw it away? Refresh it, put on it a beautiful upholstery, in harmony with the interior of the room, and it will be transformed, and you will not have to be upset, looking at the old junk every time. How to fit a sofa with your own hands and at the same time to repair, we will discuss below.

Tool

In order to not be distracted by searches during such an exciting process as covering the sofa, pre-assemble the tool that is in the house, and if not everything, then get the missing one. Here's what you need to stock up on:

• a set of screwdrivers;
• a hammer;
• scissors;
• stapler with a stock of staples. The most suitable 8 or 10 mm;
• pliers;
• different wrenches;
• self-tapping screws;
• with a screwdriver;
• glue - best PVA.

Sofa Cover Material

Decorative material

The upholstery fabric must meet the basic requirements:

• to be strong;
• keep its original appearance when in contact with the environment;
• easy to clean.

Most commonly used:

• tapestry - the fabric is dense, noble, has a dust-repellent property. Suitable for retro style design;
• jacquard - very aesthetic, with a double-sided pattern of artificial silk. It looks solid, well cleaned;
• flock - the basis is natural or artificial: cotton, polyester, respectively. Velvety, voluminous, pleasant to touch. The main advantage is that the cat can scratch as much as desired, no traces will be visible. Cleaning tolerates well, both dry and wet;

• velor - durable material, low pile, does not crease;

• shinil - resembles velor, but better. The material is semi-synthetic or natural, fleecy, durable, breathable;

• non-woven and woven faux suede - the material is environmentally friendly, strong. At first glance it is difficult to distinguish from natural suede. It is well cleaned, it can even be washed with warm water;
• leather - natural or artificial. The material is practical and durable.

  What else?

In addition to decorative, you will also need another consumable. So take care and get:

• furniture tape;
• foam rubber;
• braid;
• include the edging here.

How to fit an old sofa?

To determine how much it costs to fit a sofa, first disassemble it and determine what elements need to be changed. For clarity, consider a specific sofa with a telescopic mechanism.

Sofa components

The sofa consists of the following parts:

• backs;
• seats;
• armrests;
• the lower part is the tsars;
• locks to secure the back.

Disassembly

• We unscrew the bolts that hold the armrests on the base;
• remove the seats;
• disconnect the king;
• we lay out the sofa and turn it over with the front part to the floor;
• remove the back;
• remove the locks;
• dismantle the seats;
• remove old fasteners: nails, staples;
• remove the old upholstery;
• we take out everything that filled the sofa;
• if the springs are whole, then leave it as it is, and if there are faulty ones, we take out the block.

Note: do not throw away the upholstery. When you sew new covers, the old ones will serve you as a pattern for the pattern.

We repair the internal parts

First, we repair the spring blocks located in the armrests and backrest:

• unscrew the faulty springs using pliers;
• install in the block, if necessary, new springs;
• we fix the blocks with nails on the frame.

Since the springs, which we did not replace, still have wear, especially on the seat, we make them more elastic:

• cut foam into small pieces;
• we tightly pack the spring block with pieces of foam rubber;
• well, if there is an old blanket - they can cover the spring block on top, if not, then we select some other similar material. You can use burlap for these purposes;
• nail the layer of material with nails to the frame;
• sew the springs to the covering material using a thick needle and twine;
• cavities may form between the springs. Add stuffing to them: either foam rubber, or cotton;
• we cover everything with binding material with a calico or calico, pulling it tightly and fixing it with nails;
• the foam sheets are spread on one side with glue;
• with the coated side we put them on top of the material. It will stick and will lie flat.

On a note: if sagging springs come across, it is not necessary to throw them away, instead of this, stretch them. They will serve further. To make the sofa look more voluminous, on top of the foam, you can lay a sinepon.

All the work that had to be done before covering the old sofa was behind. Now for the fun part:

We sew covers

• we lay out on a large table or on the floor the fabric that was chosen for upholstery on top of the curve. Left the old covers - remember?
• circle the samples;
• we cut, leaving allowances;
• shorten by typewriter.

Dress up the sofa

• We put covers on the armrests, back, seat;
• the places where new clothes will be fixed should remain in the same place where the old covers were fixed;
• we fix the covers with a stapler, and we pull the fabric every time we drive in the next fastener.

This will help you: so that the upholstery is flat, start work on a long side and move to short.

Assembly

Assembly is performed in reverse disassembly sequence:

• strictly follow the coincidence of labels;
• we fasten the lock to the back, then to the seat and to the king;
• mount the sidewalls;
• we attach armrests to the sidewalls;
• we fix the wooden panels, having previously varnished them, if necessary.

As you can see, everyone who wants it can fit a sofa, because nothing is impossible for an addicted person.

How to fit a sofa book

In many houses there are still sofa-books or, as they are also called, sofa-beds. The design of this old-timer sofa is simple:

• seat
• back;
• sidewalls.

The main thing that it differs from other sofas is that the back and seat are covered with one common cover, which, when folding and unfolding, simply bends. Just the inflection is the weak point in its design: there the cover most often breaks. If you have this legacy of the Soviet era in your apartment and have already decided to get rid of it, do not rush: repair, cover with budget material and take it to the cottage, there it will be like a find.

We disassemble and repair

The work will consist of the following operations:

• remove the side walls;
• disconnect the mechanism by which the sofa folds and unfolds;
• remove the berth from the pallet and turn it over;
• we disconnect the back and seat;
• we study the state of the removed mechanisms. If spoiled, it is necessary to change;
• remove the cover;
• we take out the springs, most likely they are already quite worn out. What do you do with them, you know, since we talked about this above;
• with everything else, we do the same as in the case of a sofa equipped with a telescopic mechanism.

And is it important: since the sofa has two mechanisms, try not to confuse them: right set on the right side, and the left - on the left, otherwise you will not be able to fold the finished sofa.

  How to leather sofa

A sofa with leather upholstery looks respectable. If you fit the sofa with this natural material without even having a little experience, then you can fail. First, study the question thoroughly. How to leather upholstered a sofa the photos available on the Internet will certainly help, somehow navigate in terms of material selection, but it is better if you see the whole process. On the topic of how to fit a sofa, the video will allow you to get acquainted with all the problems that arise along the way, small nuances.

Did you gain some experience theoretically? Then proceed. The process will consist of several stages.

Work sequence

1. Parse:

• first dismantle the armrests;
• disconnect the back and seat;
• very carefully remove the old covers;
• check what is being done inside;
• change what has fallen into disrepair.

2. We will not use the old upholstery as a pattern. Here you need a lot of accuracy, because to cover the sofa with such material you have to pay a decent price, so we do the patterns. Along with the details of the external decoration, we also cut out the lining, and for this we will need a special adhesive material.

3. Once again, checking everything, cut.

4. You can stitch, while:

• exclude the sweeping operation - the needle will leave holes;
• fasten upholstery elements with adhesive tape;
• the foot of the sewing machine, moving through the material, may cause deformation. To prevent this, lubricate the skin with petroleum jelly, it will easily glide without stopping under the foot.

5. The allowances that we left for the seams when cutting, after the parts are sewn, fold together and will protrude from the front with a tubercle. To make the surface smooth, we separate the allowances and iron them with a slightly warm iron through gauze soaked in water.

6. Glue the seam allowances from the wrong side;

7. We apply a self-adhesive lining;

8. It is better to strengthen the seams using braid.

  Hauling

• We put on the covers very carefully, smoothing them along the way;
• we fasten the covers to the details of the sofa with a construction stapler;
• assemble the design of the sofa.

A little bit about skin as a material for skin-tightening

If the leather itself is wrapped around a sofa, the cost of it, of course, will be lower than if you bought a new one. But, the skin should be really high quality, then it will justify the price paid for it. Skin has obvious advantages:

• it’s easy to clean;
• she is hygienic;
• resistant to abrasion;
• elastic;
• hardy;
• soft and pleasant.

The excellent Pelle Nobile leather for furniture is launched in Italy. Here there are samples and very expensive and with an average price. The peculiarity of the Pelle Nobile skin is naturalness. When processing, a minimum of chemicals is used, the natural top layer with its inherent pattern is preserved.

In Russia, they also produce high-quality furniture leather - this is Dizzaro. The manufacturer is a tannery in Ryazan. The quality of the skin provides:

• proven source material;
• the use of only quality chemistry;
• the latest equipment;
• control at all stages;
• international certificate.

Naturally, leather from a Russian manufacturer is cheaper than from Italian.

Choose foam

When buying such a filler for a sofa, as foam, or rather polyurethane foam, you need to pay attention to its characteristics:

• density. For parts with different loads, the foam rubber is selected with an unequal density: for a seat with a larger one, and for the armrests and backrest a little less:

1. The seat is heavily loaded, so you need to take PPU with a density of 30 kg per 1 cubic meter - brand EL3040, or even higher - EL4050, only then cover it with super soft HS grade polyurethane foam;
2. On the armrests and backrest a density of 25 kg / m3 is suitable.

• Softness;
• elasticity.

High-quality, safe PPU that meets all standards is produced by the Russian company Muromporolon. Its advantages include:

• environmental friendliness;
• hypoallergenicity;
• affordable cost.

Upholstering and repairing furniture is carried out by special firms. Hauling can be done both at home and in the workshop. If the work is carried out at home, this does not mean that it will be performed worse than in a specialized room. The work will be performed efficiently, regardless of the location of the workplace. Location does not affect the quality and terms of work. The availability of tools and knowledge of technology allows you to do the job efficiently.

Is it possible to drag upholstered furniture with my own hands?

You can drag furniture upholstery material completely or only parts of it. You can use different textures and colors. Internal filling consists of elements:

1. spring blocks;
2. elastic belts;
3. racks;
4. cotton wool;
5. foam rubber.

After a banner the form and volume of furniture changes. From the former object, only the frame block remains. For decor you will need:

1. edging;
2. tightening ;,
3. buttons
4. braid and ribbons;
5. cloves;
6. assemblies and all kinds of elements that you consider appropriate in the decoration.

Of the additional elements are replaced:

1. legs
2. pens and other parts.

Knowledge of various market secrets and highly skilled workers helps companies   repair old and unsuitable models of upholstered furniture. For a short time and a reasonable price, old shabby furniture can be given a modern look and improve quality.

For constriction, furniture fabrics and artificial leather are used, of which there are more than two thousand species. The range is constantly updated. The materials used for working with upholstered furniture are testable. Most companies give a guarantee for their work within two years.

With prolonged use, upholstered furniture may lose its original beauty: spots may not be removed on the upholstery, various puffs and many different traces of priority during operation. In such cases, hauling furniture with your own hands is appropriate.

If only the upholstery has deteriorated, and everything else looks quite normal, you can work on the upholstery itself. Well, if the work is done by professionals in furniture art. They will definitely be able to turn your old, but so dear memory sofa into a real masterpiece. But if you are familiar with the basics of furniture constriction, you can handle it yourself.

To save money and time, it is better to try to cope with the task yourself. The procedure is simple, as it may seem at first. The main thing is to work slowly and carefully, follow the instructions. Then you will have a new exclusive item at no extra cost and tremendous transportation.

There are circumstances in which the hauling should be trusted only by specialists, therefore, before working read about the hauling and whether it is possible to do it yourself on your piece of furniture.

Under other conditions, arm yourself with the necessary tools and feel free to get to work. Be careful and attentive and you will succeed. Include imagination, experiment and your efforts will help you make a luxurious detail for the interior.

How to haul a sofa yourself

  Padding the sofa with your own hands, due to considerable labor costs and volumes of materials, will take a moderate amount of time. But it can be significantly reduced, having previously prepared.

Prepare all the necessary tools and begin to disassemble the sofa: disconnect the sides, remove all the upper parts.

Sofas are designed so that the disassembly procedure is not complicated, difficult and long. After untwisting, put the fasteners in a small box so that they are not lost during operation. A flat screwdriver will help pull out the staples that hold the old material.

During operation, you must be very careful so as not to damage the upholstery. From the cover, make a pattern for making a new one.

After this, it is necessary to remove debris and dust.

Foam filling has lost its aesthetic appearance - throw it away. The filler must be changed. This will give the sofa elasticity, and the texture of the product will be soft and even and without defects.

  Sometimes a metal mesh is used as a filler. Stretch marks and springs over many years of use can stretch. In this case, the stretch marks must be removed and inspected by the spring, to eliminate the formed defects or breakdowns. After repair, the springs are fixed with new stretch marks. If the sofa is made of mesh or belts, you must change them. After that, carefully tighten the screws and secure all the joints.

Refresh the upholstery. It is necessary to make a pattern accurately and accurately. It is useful for hauling an item. Using the old pattern, simplify your work. But do not forget about allowances - add 4 - 5 centimeters for seams.

First you need to mount the pillows, measure all sides with a tape measure. Labels can be made with chalk on a flat plane. Add 5 centimeters on the bend from each edge. Cut the pattern along the drawn lines. Flatten the prepared workpiece face down, place a pillow in the middle and tuck the fabric. Then fasten to the frame using brackets. Staples should be placed with a distance from each other no more than 4 centimeters. To simplify the work, the material must first be fixed on the sides, then turned under the top under the ears.

The opposite untreated end of the fabric at the back must be fixed. Tighten the fabric evenly and tightly. If you do not take this recommendation into account, the drawing will be skew, and the material will not last long. Also fasten the remaining untreated cushion areas.

With such a simple technology, it is easy to replace the upholstery of all the details of the sofa.

Buy fabric with a margin. Incorrect counting is the main reason for the lack of acquired tissue. You can buy more, but not the fact that the next batch of fabric is identical to the previous one. Prudence does not hurt. The remaining fabric can be spent for hauling stools or making small pillows.

Choose the fabric according to the functional features. For a sofa used as a berth, choose a fabric made from natural fibers, for a seat - strong and wear-resistant, composed of synthetic fibers.

The final stage is the assembly of the sofa.

If you took a photo before disassembling, then it will help you a lot when completing work. You will collect the parts in the correct order, guaranteed not to confuse anything. Padding the sofa may seem easy, but if you don’t know the special details, it may turn out to be a bad idea. Your efforts will not be in vain if you carefully prepare.

How to drag a soft chair with your own hands

Do-it-yourself arm-chair does not take much time if you strictly follow the instructions. First you need to disassemble the chair. Separate the back, unscrew the armrests and legs, untwist the cross-beams. Separate the seat and back. They are connected by removing the brackets for furniture. In order to avoid mistakes during assembly, it is necessary to photograph the nodes and places of tissue attachment.

The most unpleasant moment is pulling out nails, removing fabric, foam and old belts. After cleaning, wash the frame with soap and water using a brush. Dry it.

  Measure the material for the waist with a margin, then to tuck it. With force, pull the sling. On top of the sling, lay the fabric, fasten with brackets.

  Cut the foam so that it does not completely cover the frame. When attaching the fabric, follow the pattern. The first meter of fabric is used for the back, and the second for sitting.

Foam rubber when pulling parts of a piece of furniture needs to be slightly pressed down. It is necessary to fasten from the center from four sides, turning the fabric. Strong pressure is not necessary, otherwise the chair will be pulled over and sitting will be uncomfortable.

  Fit into parts, fill the back and beat to the back and seat. You need to make money, but do not tighten the screws. The fabric on the back should overlap on the side. All ugly moments are hidden under the armrest.

Features of hauling furniture

First, calculate the amount of fabric before buying it. First, carry out work to replace the old foam, then you can pull the furniture. Upholstery for the banner is mounted with brackets.

Over time, any upholstered furniture, no matter how sound it may be, loses its original appearance. The upholstery does not become so bright, and here and there there are various scuffs, and even holes. But this is not a reason to buy a new sofa. The usual hauling of furniture will give it a new life. About how to properly pull the sofa yourself at home and talk further.

In order to proceed to the main stage of work, you must first prepare all the tools and materials that may be required:

stapler with staples;

screwdriver with various nozzles;

• strong threads;

  sewing machine.

The hauling of an old sofa with armrests with its own hands is divided into several stages:

selection of fabric for upholstery;

disassembly of furniture;

removal of old upholstery;

consolidation of a new covering;

assembly of furniture.

The right choice of material

For the constriction of furniture it is best to use natural materials, especially if it will be constantly used for recreation. At the same time, they should be practical and wear-resistant, but synthetic and coarse fabrics should be avoided. The shade and texture of the material is usually selected based on personal preferences. In addition to the above characteristics, when choosing an upholstery, it is necessary to take into account that:

she was smooth and pleasant to the touch;

there was no repulsive odor;

the pile always lay in one direction;

for a sofa-book, tapestry was mainly used;

drawings or curls lay flat.

To minimize material costs, it is best to use a plain fabric or material with small curls, and a sofa with armrests can be made more original thanks to the combination of multi-colored material with plain. To make furniture soft, the synthetic winterizer or foam rubber is most often used. When choosing a synthetic winterizer, you need to pay attention to some characteristics:

smell - it should be absent or not very sharp;

shade - only white;

strength and thickness - the material should be the same throughout the area.

As for the foam rubber, when choosing it, attention, first of all, must be paid to its structure. The smaller the bubbles, the higher the quality of the material. How to distinguish quality foam from the first minutes? Everything is very simple. Just squeeze it. High-quality material will immediately take its former shape, and low-quality foam rubber will take some time.

Furniture disassembly

Before you pull the old sofa at home, you must carefully disassemble it. At the same time, it is very important not to damage the fasteners when removing the back and sidewalls, which, by the way, are removed first. Further, a step-by-step instruction for disassembling furniture is as follows:

the seat and poufs are removed;

all fasteners are marked and placed where they are definitely not lost;

a flat screwdriver is used to remove the staples;

the upholstery should be tried not to damage much, because she will serve as an example for cutting new fabric;

foam rubber is removed completely, because most likely, he has already lost all his properties;

if necessary, the stretched springs are changed;

all visible defects are eliminated;

all wooden parts of the structure are inspected, glued if necessary, and screws are tightened.

All of the above work will allow you to return to the old sofa with armrests elasticity, as well as prepare it for the subsequent hauling.

Upholstery Features

To pull the sofa itself to begin with, you need to properly make a pattern. It is good if you have an old upholstery fabric on hand. Then it’s enough to cut a new one along its contour, adding a couple of centimeters to each edge. What to do with pillows? A master class on their do-it-yourself hauling is as follows:

pillows are removed from a fixed place;

with the help of a tape measure their length, width and height are measured;

corresponding signs are made on the fabric with chalk, adding another 5 centimeters to each so that the material can be bent (see photo);

the resulting figure is neatly cut along the lines;

the fabric is placed bottom side down and a pillow is placed in its center;

on the sides the material is wrapped and fixed with brackets in increments of about 3 centimeters;

so that the pattern does not move and does not warp, the material is stretched evenly;

the rest of the pillow is pulled in the same way.

This method of hauling furniture is relevant not only for pillows, but also for other parts of the structure. The main oversight that beginners make in the process of making the casing is inaccurate material calculations. If you get a little fabric in order to pull the sofa with your own hands, then it may not work, because its shade in different lots is likely to differ. That is why experts recommend always buying materials with a margin. After the sofa can be pulled over with a cloth, its remnants can also be used to haul chairs, stools or pillows.

When hauling furniture at home, it is recommended to avoid complex patterns and follow the presented step-by-step instructions exactly. In more detail the master class on how to pull the sofa yourself is shown very well in the video.