How do you measure for fabric for kitchen chairs.
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SHERRY
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I want to recover kitchen chairs. Should the pads be replaced? How thick? Any secrets about this job?
4 answers
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I like to leave myself plenty of room ...often chairs are bigger in the front than the back..so just cut squares of fabric to the largest size (front to back, plus thickness of padding you want, plus 4" or so to tack underneath) and you should be good. When I did mine I used 1" foam and a layer of thin quilt batting...I'm sure the thickness of the pad is up to you. Make sure you run the grain of the fabric the same on each seat. Hope that helps and good luck with your project!
Moxie
on Feb 01, 2014
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I will have to try this too, my kitchen chairs could use an update :)
Tami
on Feb 02, 2014
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lots of extra fabric! it's easier to cut some extra off than it is to wish it was there when you are half way through the job! i replaced the padding, using 1 1/2 inch foam. tacked that down (without the adhesive spray) and then flipped the seat upside down on the fabric. i start at the 4 sides, leaving the corners for last... google it. you CAN do it!! and then post pictures!! :)
Kari Samuel
on Feb 02, 2014
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Be sure to buy extra fabric especial if you have a fabric with a pattern or nap. Also use the old material as a pattern. You will need new foam if the old is old. Try to mat or slightly increase the thickness as the old foam may be condensed.
Marlene Haigh
on Sep 14, 2015
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