How To Repair A Couch Cushion
How To Repair A Couch Cushion
How To Repair A Couch Cushion Learn how to patch a hole in a couch cushion
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
INTRODUCTION If you have a ripped cushion that cannot be removed from the couch, use this guide to learn how to repair the hole and prevent the damage from getting worse.
TOOLS: Upholstery Needle (1) Upholstery Thread (1) Anti-Fray Glue (1) Utility Scissors (1)
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Step 1 — How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Apply a thin layer of the anti-fray glue to both edges of the rip. Let it dry completely.
Fold the edges of the fabric over to make a clean edge and hide any fraying.
Crease the fold with your fingers.
Step 2
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Step 3
Cut the upholstery thread to a length appropriate for the size of your rip.
The thread should match the color of the fabric as closely as possible.
Thread the needle and tie a double knot at the end.
Step 4
Hold the two edges of the rip together
Begin sewing ¾ of an inch from where the rip begins.
You might want to use a pin to hold the edges together while you sew
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Step 5
Continue sewing until you are past the rip. Knot and cut the excess thread.
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion Learn how to patch a hole in a couch cushion
Written By: Alexis
© iFixit — CC BY-NC-SA
www.iFixit.com
Page 1 of 5
How To Repair A Couch Cushion
INTRODUCTION If you have a ripped cushion that cannot be removed from the couch, use this guide to learn how to repair the hole and prevent the damage from getting worse.
TOOLS: Upholstery Needle (1) Upholstery Thread (1) Anti-Fray Glue (1) Utility Scissors (1)
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Step 1 — How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Apply a thin layer of the anti-fray glue to both edges of the rip. Let it dry completely.
Fold the edges of the fabric over to make a clean edge and hide any fraying.
Crease the fold with your fingers.
Step 2
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Step 3
Cut the upholstery thread to a length appropriate for the size of your rip.
The thread should match the color of the fabric as closely as possible.
Thread the needle and tie a double knot at the end.
Step 4
Hold the two edges of the rip together
Begin sewing ¾ of an inch from where the rip begins.
You might want to use a pin to hold the edges together while you sew
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How To Repair A Couch Cushion
Step 5
Continue sewing until you are past the rip. Knot and cut the excess thread.
This document was last generated on 2017-07-11 11:41:37 AM.
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