Repair the underside of a chair and couch?
Our dog, when she was a puppy, made holes in the bottom of my couch and chair, and actually uses them to hide inside of. What material is best to recover the underside of the two furniture pieces and how to repair a tear in a leather couch?
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The fabric is a polyester woven material called Cambric. It's a dust cover and allows for air circulation so the wood doesn't dry out
https://www.amazon.com/Sofa-Chair-Dust-Cover-Replacement/dp/B06ZYRYC8K
I use black weed mat for all the furniture that i make.
This fabric is polyester or polypropylene and is used for the underside of furniture, it keeps out the dust and dirt. You can find this at Joann's and of course on Amazon. Just staple it into place.
Its a black dust cover. You can get it at Walmart in the upholstery section which is cheaper than Joannes. I have a picture of it in my post....
https://karupp-did.net/bench-part-3/
scroll to the bottom...."upholstery dust cover Fabric". I applied it to the bottom of that bench so you can see how I applied it. You will need a staple gun. Good luck!
Check at a fabric store in the upholstery section. It's called Cambric.
Here's a post that might help you - https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Replace+Underside+Fabric+of+a+Chair/64247
Here is some information on the fabric:
https://www.upholsteryconnection.com/products/cambric
Hi Marion, depending on whether the fabric will be seen or not, there are many choices. You can use something inexpensive like a tight weave burlap if it won't be seen or something like a muslin.
If it’s just the fabric on the underside that hides the springs and stuff - you can just pull the torn fabric off and have nothing. :)
I would recover. It the dog gets back under too dangerous and could get stuck. Cover with any type of thick cloth. Check material department for remnants (sale priced) at places like JoAnn fabrics and tear off the old and staple new on. Take measurements and allow enough to turn under a half inch of so on all sides.
Our cats did that to the underside of our box spring mattress. I took an old sheet and attached it with a staple gun. They never ripped that off.
Hello Marion,
Hessian or Sacking might be an idea, or maybe an old sheet stapled to the frame. Good luck!
I used an old sheet. I folded it so it was two ply and used a staple gun to attach it to the borrom.
You need thin sheet like materials but I would wait till he can’t get under there anymore
Upholsters use a light weight black cotton which you can buy online or any upholstry fabric store. I used heavy black plastic and staple gun to repair the underside of my box springs my two kittens made a hole in.... and they never did make another hole.
Hey team....thanks for all the tips! The original material is a dark gray woven material but I couldn't find anything like it. Now that I have a tip for a sheet, I can check the thrift stores, or I can order the Cambria.
Be well, be safe and thanks again!
Mobile home belly covering. Try a good hardware or mobile home supply store. Should sell in two or three different sizes.
You need a black weaved fabric something thin but strong go to Michael’s and ask the associates for it they should recommend someething if not have it.
Hi Marion, hope this helps you out.
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/replace-fabric-underside-sofa-31266.html
It sounds like your dog's antics led to some unexpected interior decorating! To cover the underside of your couch and chair, consider using a durable fabric like canvas or upholstery-grade material. These options can withstand wear and tear, providing a lasting solution for your furniture.
For more detailed advice and recommendations, you might want to explore Furniture Lux's website. They could have helpful tips or products specifically tailored to your repair needs. Don't hesitate to reach out to their customer service team for personalized assistance—they're there to help!
Canvas, fine Sacking, Close woven fabric, cambric.
Hi Marion: I had this same problem with my cats and, you are asking at the right time :) The Dollar Tree has a product called a weed blocker in the spring. This is just about the same thing that is used as the dust cover on the bottom of chairs. It's woven, tough, pretty wide and long, so should cover the underside of the couch. I don't particularly like it for weed blocking as the weed seeds will germinate on top of the dirt that's put on it. But, for a dust cover for couches and chairs, it's great and cheap. Buy several as you may need them :)