Reupholster Help!I would like to reupholster my fiance's brown plaid couch. I know that reupholstery costs around $1000, so I would like to attempt to do it myself. However, there doesn't seem to be much info on how to do it yourself!
Replacing The Canvas In a Sleeper Sofa?Replacing The Canvas In a Sleeper Sofa. The canvas on my sleeper sofa is ruined. Is there anywhere I can order a replacement?
Cut on a Leather Sofa?How can I repair a cut on a leather sofa?
Fading Leather Furniture?My leather sofa is fading. Any advice?
Buying New Foam for Cushions?Any idea where to get new foam for sofa cushions? I found a site online where you can measure your own cushions and send away for the foam, but measuring myself makes me REALLY nervous, especially since I have 5 cushions to replace and the price is $75-$100 per cushion - that seems really high.
How To Quiet A Squeaky Sleeper Sofa?I have a full sleeper sofa that is 18 months old. It squeaks every time you sit on it. I also have a queen sleeper in the set that doesn't make any noise. I had to have the full sleeper replaced once because it was defective. Since getting the second one, I have had to have someone come out to adjust the frame, but this has not helped with the squeaking. Any advice?
Repairing a Sofa Sleeper?I need advice on repairing a sofa sleeper.
Purell Took Color Out of Leather Sofa?An accidental Purell gel spill has taken the color off my brown leather sofa. I tried mopping the spill up with a damp paper towel, but the stain is still very obvious. It looks like a whitish patch on a dark rust/brown leather sofa. Please help! Is there anything I can do to restore the color?
Repairing a Couch When a Strap Comes Loose?How do you fix a couch when a strap comes loose?
Furniture Repair: Upholstery Damage From Cats?We are moving from a trailer to a house and I need help! I have a couch that my cat ripped up the sides and front. It is comfortable and sturdy. I hate slipcovers. They seem to fall off every time you sit down. Is there any other way to bring it back to life?
Broken Board Inside a Sofa?The wooden board inside of my sofa that holds the springs in place and gives support is broken and now the sofa sags all the way when you sit down. Can this be repaired and how.
Scotch Tape Removed Color From Leather Couch?I removed a piece of scotch tape from a leather sofa, it took the color off where the tape was. How do I return the brown shade to the area where the tape was?
Couch is Getting Lower and Softer?My couch is getting lower and softer. How hard is it to refresh the structure?
Dog Ate Couch Arm?My Doberman ate the arm of my Berkline wallaway couch. There are two chambers to the arm, the one closest to the back of the couch is fine. How can I repair it myself?
Cat Urine Bleached Leather Couch?I have a leather couch that our cat decided to use rather than the cat box. Unfortunately, there are a few areas that the urine or vomit took the color out of (merlot color). I've cleaned the couch and replaced the foam cushions, but is there a way to re-dye the areas that seem to be bleached out and are a little rough feeling? I've tried shoe polish, but it didn't work. Thanks!
Marks from Wear on a Leather Couch?Can you get a wear mark out of a leather couch?
Removing Scratches on a Microfiber Couch?One of my dogs scratched the microfiber fabric on the couch. Is there anyway to fix it?
Repairing Cat Scratches on a Leather Sofa?My cat has put some scratches on my leather sofa. Does anyone know how to cover these marks?
Repairing a Hole in a Leather Couch?My wife's dog ate the corner of my leather couch. It is 8 in. x 4 in.. Is there anywhere that sells corner covers or something like that? Does anyone have any suggestions on how to fix the couch?
Couch Cut by a Knife?How can I fix a new couch after my son sliced it with a knife?
Sofa Bed Release Bar Stuck?My sofa bed is stuck in the sofa position. The horizontal bar that I formerly could pull out from under the sofa back cushions to release it into a bed is now stuck in the front of the sofa cushions that you lean back on.
Repairing a Hole in a Microfiber Couch?My dog chewed a hole in my microfiber couch. How can I repair it? The tear is a little smaller than a baseball.
Repairing Spring Hook on Couch?My heavy husband fell onto our circa 1970's sturdy, oak couch and flattened out a hook that holds one of the S curve springs taut. We'd like to get it back together, as it's a very solid couch and we really need to have it back in order.
Nail Polish Remover Stain on Sofa?I recently spilled some nail polish remover on my sofa and it has removed some color. It has left a gray stain on what was a black sofa. Can someone help me before the other half finds out!
Repairing Cat Scratches on Wicker Furniture?My tenant's cat scratched the wood on the arm rest of my white wicker couch. Any repair suggestions? Thank you!
Black Streaks on Microfiber Couch?Can high heat cause black streaks in microfiber sofa?
Sofa Bed is Stuck Open?I need advice for repairing my sofa bed. It is stuck and I can't put back.
Repairing Legs on Couch?The wood that the couch legs screw into is completely obliterated. What can I do to fix it? I'd like to have a couch that doesn't sit on the floor.
Baby Wipe Caused Leather Couch To Peel?My leather sofa's top coat has peeled off, because of using a baby wipe. What can I do to fix it? Thank you for your help.
Adjusting a Sofa's "Back Pitch Angle"?I would appreciate professional advice regarding decreasing an upholstered sofa's "back pitch angle" other than having to raise the front of the frame. Thank you.
Removing Leather Dye from Leather Couch?I have a couch and I want to remove the dye. So how do you remove leather dye from leather, if this is possible? Thanks.
Restoring the Nap on a Microfiber Couch?I was wondering if anyone had any tips on how to get my microfiber couches to look new again.
Estimating Fabric Needed for Reupholstering a Couch?How much material on average does it take to reupholster a sofa 90 inches long, with a straight skirt?
Repairing a Sofa Spring?My sofa apparently has a broken spring. It make a loud noise when you get up from sitting on it. I want to repair the sofa and stop this noise. Any suggestions?
Bleach Stain on Leather?How do I fix bleached leather? Can I color it in?
Sofa Pillows Sagging?How to fluff sagging leather sofa pillows?
Touching Up Worn Spots on a Leather Sofa?I have a taupe leather love seat. I am looking for a creme consistency dye/tint to blend worn areas and scratches. The furniture manufacturer is no help. Has anyone used shoe dye cream, or another product, for a similar problem?
Dyeing Leather Furniture?I need helpful advice for repairing and dyeing my old and loved leather couch.
Can Skin Oil From Dog Paws Fade a Leather Couch?I was told that the oil from my little dog's paws can cause the color of my leather couch to wear away. I was told that by a repair man from the company from which we bought the set. Is that true?
Repairing Heat Damage to Microfiber Sofa?A floor unit scorched my micofiber sofa. It is suppose to be olive green. However, parts of it are now orange. Is there anyway I can safe the sofa. I'm just ill about this. The manufacturer won't answer my emails.
Repairing Leather Furniture with a Cigarette Burn?I need to repair a good sized cigarette burn in a leather sofa. Any suggestions? Does anyone have any experience with leather repair kits, that can be used by the homeowner? Thank you.
Shortening a Too Long Sectional Sofa?I have a sectional that is too long to fit in my new place. Can it be cut down?
Making Couch Cushions Firmer?My sofa cushions are too soft. What can I do other than putting wood underneath the cushions to make it firmer?
Repairing a Couch with Cigarette Burns?How can I repair a cigarette burn in a couch?
How Can I Restuff a Leather Couch Cushion?I have a leather couch with non-removable cushions. One side of one cushion is entirely broken down and needs to be re-fluffed. How can I do this myself?
Bleach Stains on Upholstered Couch?Clorox bleach was splashed on the fabric on my couch. Is there anything I can use to get the original color back on my couch?
Replacement Sofa Bed Mattress Support?Where can I get a replacement sofa bed mattress deck?
New Upholstered Sofa Transfers Dye to Clothing?Friday my newly re-upholstered red microsuede sofa was returned after being re-upholstered. It's beautiful, but the red seems to "run" on white/light fabrics. The man who did the work said he could see it rubbing off on his clothes, some, also.
Removing the Color from Sofa Covers to Make Them White?I have cotton, mustard color sofa covers. I want to bleach them white, but the label says no bleach. I tried it anyway and the color remained the same. Can you help me to get them white please?
How Do I Dry a Microfiber Couch That Was Rained On?I found a microfiber couch at a garage sale that I want, but it got rained on today. I was wondering if there was a relatively quick way to dry it? Or is it a lost cause?I don't think the cushions come apart from the couch either.Thanks!
Repairing a Volterra Sofa Bed Frame?I have a very expensive Slumberland Volterra sofa bed that is under two years old and the support beam at the head end of the bed frame has bent. It is aluminum I believe. I have contacted the company I purchased the bed from have been told its out of warranty.
Repairing a Peeling Leather Couch?My leather sofa is peeling. Is there any way to repair it?
Scratches on Leather Furniture?Does anyone have any idea how to repair dog scratches on leather furniture?
Slipcovers for Reclining Couches?I desperately need to find covers for sofa recliners. Any thoughts?
Repairing Wood Arm Framework on an Upholstered Sofa?My wife and I own a sleeper-sofa. The arms are made of wood. One of the arms is cracked right through. The cracked arm did not go through the upholstery.
Covering Cat Scratches on Imitation Leather Sofa?I have imitation navy blue leather sofas. My cat has scratched the cushions leaving white marks on it.What can I use to cover the marks? Fabric paint? RIT dye? Any suggestions? Thank you.
Repairing Tears on Microsuede Furniture?How do you fix a tear in a micro suede couch?
Buying Replacement Furniture Springs?I need to find new spring for an old sofa. Where can I buy it in England and how much would it cost?
Painting a Leather Sofa?I want to paint my leather sofa green. The color is beige, but it looks too old.
Repairing a Burn Hole in a Faux Leather Couch?I have a medium/dark colored couch. On one end there are about five small cigarette burns on the arm rest. Also, where you sit, on the same side under this arm are about five holes. I actually want to fix it. I think this material is called faux leather.
Burn Hole on Microfiber Couch?Someone burned a hole in my microfiber couch. Can it be repaired?
Can I Dye a Microfiber Couch?Can I dye my microfiber sectional couch by hand, and if so what can I use?
Repairing a Sofa Seam?The seam on my sofa, on the seat has come undone. It needs stitching from the inside, but I am not sure how to get in without causing more damage. I need to stitch it back up through the existing stitch holes. If anyone has any ideas, I would be happy to try them. Thank you.
Lemon Juice and Vinegar Stain Remover Discolored Couch Cushion?I got a dot of permanent marker on my new brown microfiber sofa and I read on a website that lemon juice and vinegar worked so I used those. I think I might have discoloured the fabric. How can I correct this? How much would it cost to get just a new seat cushion replaced?
Buying Coil Spring Sofa Seat Cushions?I have a good leather 3 seat sofa with coil spring seat cushions. I took them to be repaired, what I got back were foam cushions and the upholster telling me he threw the old coils away! Is there anywhere I can buy new firm good quality coil filled cushions?
Can I Dye Microfiber Sofa Pillows?Can I dye my micro fabric sofa pillows?
Cigarette Burns on Microfiber?Does anyone know how to repair cigarette burns in microfiber sofa?
Hot Plate Left a Mark on Fabric Sofa?I've put a hot plate down on my fabric sofa that has now left a mark. Any ideas of how to get rid of it?
Repairing Fabric Trim on Antique Couch?I have an antique couch that is over 100 yrs. old. It has trim running down the side of the arms. At Christmas time my grandson starting pulling on the trim and it is hanging half way down.
Repairing a Rip in a Microfiber Couch?I have a microfiber couch that has a rip in the seat cushion. The hard part is the cushion is attached to the couch and won't come up so I cannot just put a piece of fabric under it. Any suggestions for what I can do? Also what should I use?
Repairing a Sofa Sleeper Frame?I have a bent frame on my sleeper sofa. I need to have it repaired in home, who will fix it for me? It is a leather couch with the frame bent at the foot of bed.
Repairing a Spot on Leather Couch Where Cleaner Removed Dye?I had Resolve spill on my leather couch and the color came off. Is there a product that can help me?
Repairing Broken Arm Framework on Couch?The wood frame in both arms of my sofa is broken. The wood panel is broken on the inside of each arm. A tall person was laying on the sofa, their feet extended all the way to the arm. They accidentally pushed on the arm with their feet and the wood snapped.
Cigarette Burn on Leather Couch?Someone dropped a cigarette on my leather couch, it didn't burn a hole in it, but it left burn marks. I want to get those marks off. It's an offwhite leather and they were very expensive. Please help.
Repairing a Burn Hole in Microsuede Sofa?How do I fix a burn mark on my micro suede sofa?
Refilling Couch Cushions?Where can you buy fiber fill to firm up couch cushions?
Repairing Torn Couch Upholstery?Our cats tore up a corner of thecouch, clear to the wood. How can we fix it and keep them from doing it again?
Fixing Lumpy Couch Cushions?I purchased a new couch from Lazy Boy. On one of the cushions there is a lump from front to back. This of course happened after the guarantee had expired. Is there a way to rid the cushion of this lump?
Fixing a Sagging Couch?Can anything be done for couch cushions that are old and no longer have support when I lie on couch. They are foam inside. I feel like I am almost on the floor. Thank you.
Repairing a Burn Hole in Suede Couch?How can I fix a burn hole in my suede couch?
Faded Spots on Italian Leather Settees?The leather is fading in various places especially where my head rests. The response I got from the manufacturer is that it was the ph in my perspiration. If this was so, why is it fading on other parts of the settees that I don't sit on.
Burn Mark on Leather Sofa?My mother has accidentally placed the hot iron on the leather sofa leaving a burn mark of the iron on it,. Any ideas on how to tackle this problem?
Fixing a Fading Leather Sofa?My leather sofa is fading, on one of my sofas on the armrest at the front where your hand would be if you know what I mean? On another sofa where your head would rest on it, it is also faded. I only bought these sofas last Christmas, about 11 months ago.
Repairing a Broken Couch Arm?The arm of my couch has broken away. It just seems that the only thing keeping it on is the cloth. What should I do or were should I start?
Fluffing Up a Flat Couch Cushion?I have a leather sofa with one cushion that is flatter. There is no zipper and the cushions are attached. Does anyone have any idea how to fluff this up?
Repairing Shredding Fabric Trim on a Vintage Sofa?I have a beautiful sofa from the mid-1920s that has the original velvet upholstery on it. There are the expected areas where some of the nap has been rubbed off and that's not a worry to me.
Repairing Candle Wax Burn on Suede Sofa?I hope you can help? I accidentally spilled pink candle wax on my new suede sofa. The wax has gone as I used a hot wet towel to remove it, but it has left 3 burn marks. How do I remove these?
Repairing a Bleach Mark on Micro Suede?How do you repair a damaged mocha color micro suede sofa done by bleach? please help I just bought it.
Repairing a Tear in Fabric Couch?I have a tear in my couch, not leather, some kind of fabric. It's 2-3 inches long, almost like a slit. I just needed some idea of how to fix it easily and not costly?
Repairing a Sagging Sofa Bed?I have a 3 cushion sofa bed that has a sagging spring? What parts do I need to repair it?
Arms on a Cheap Sofa Keep Falling Off?I bought a very cheap, but attractive, leather sofa for our spare room. The main seating area plus back rest are fixed together, but the arms have to slide on. There are two metal brackets on the side of the sofa and two brackets on each of the arms.
Fixing a Saggy Wrinkly Leather Sofa?My leather sofa looks so horrible. I hate it. It has two seat cushions and two back cushions (attached to the sofa) and the back cushions just sag into two big lumps when you sit down and the seat cushions are like a pile of wrinkles.
Repairing a Sofabed?I am looking for a sofa repair person, I have a broken rivet that is connected to the bar that closes the sofa bed. I have looked at Home Depot and Lowe's and they say it is a custom made part.
Help Adjusting TV Headrest on Sofa Bed?The TV headrest on my sofa bed either stays all the way up so you can comfortably watch TV or falls all the way down so it can fold up. I know there is probably something I need to do to get it to stay flat. I just can't figure out what it is. Thanks in advance for your help!
Sofa Sleeper Metal Frame Diagram?Where can I get a readable description of the metal frame diagram for a 1989 Sofa sleeper by Lazy Boy?
Repairing Sofa Bed Webbing?The cambrick under the mattress that is held with small springs is broken. Where can I buy one?
Removing a Heat Mark on a Leather Couch?My daughter's boyfriend set his coffee cup on the arm of the leather couch and it has left a discolored ring mark. How do we fix this?
Fixing Lumpy Sofa Cushions?I have a Broyhill sofa and the cushions are extremely lumpy. Are there any fixes for this?
Cleaner Removed Leather Dye on Couch?I have no idea what took the color out of my leather couch on the head area. I wiped down the entire couch with the cleaner provided by manufacturer and it took the color off the head area only.
Replacement Mattress Supports for Sofa Bed?What do you call the mattress supports that hold the mattress on the sofa bed frame when it is pulled out? They keep the mattress in place on the frame, usually at the foot. Does any one know where they can be purchased?
Repairing a Leather Couch Cushion?I have a lovely overstuffed leather couch. Both the seat and back cushions are attached. The center seat cushion is much flatter and more squished than the others, so I'd like to re-stuff it....
Repairing a Broken Couch Back?I have a suede 2 piece sectional. The back of the couch wood broke kinda in half. Can you tell me what to do and if I remove the staples should I get a staple gun to put the fabric on and can the wood in the back be saved?
Repairing Springs on Sofa Bed?I found two large springs under my Lazy Boy sofa sleeper and am uncertain where they go on the sleeper. Any help would be appreciated.
Thread on Couch Seams Has Faded?I have an imitation leather couch. The thread on the seams is very dry and has turned a very light color, almost white. How do I get them dark again?
Repairing a Cigarette Burn on Faux Leather Couch?I have a cigarette burn on a faux leather couch. I have the same problem as most. If I cut a spare piece from a hidden area on my sofa can I use it instead of the repair material sent with the kit?
Repairing a Sofa Frame?The wooden seat slat of the sofa frame is broken in half. The break is thorough enough that replacement is a must. It is also located at one end of the seat frame, thus an area of high wear and tear. Is replacing the slat possible without disassembling a great deal of the sofa?
Repairing Sofa Upholstery?I replaced my 25 year old living room set with a new one thinking it would last rest of my life. Unfortunately I got 2 puppies that have a "licking problem" and they have licked the fabric to the point of it looks like it has holes in it. They have licked off the top layer of fabric.
Replacing the Springs on an Old Couch?I have a 65-70 year old couch, that has been in the family since I was little. I am attached to it, but my kids think I should get rid of it and buy a new one. I can't afford that, I just want to repair it. It sags alarmingly.
Repairing in Tear in Microfiber Couch?How do I repair a tear on a micro material sofa?
Repairing Stitching on Faux Leather Furniture?I've got a faux leather sofa and a footstool, both require repairs to the stitching. I intend to do this by hand because I've never used a sewing machine; both are fairly small repairs; and I'm a complete novice to this so please help me with advice on how to repair these items and what with.
Sofa Bed Cushions Raised?My cushions rise after closing. Is one of my bar frames bent? How do I solve this problem?
Repairing Tear in Faux Leather Sofa?I bought a sofa second hand. I just needed one urgently and this was a cheap one. I was just wondering can I fix the tears and messed up sewing jobs?
Repairing Sofa Upholstery Damaged by Cat?My cat used a portion of the sofa arm for claw sharpening, leaving a damaged area. I have plenty of the (white) original fabric. I thought of cutting a patch and fusing it with an iron to the damaged area. What sort of fusible product would I use?
Leather Sofa Cushions Keep Slipping?I have a leather sofa and the cushions keep on slipping out and down. What can I do?
Repairing Frayed Upholstery?How can you repair fraying upholstery fabric on couch arm and foot rest?
Repairing Tiny Holes on a Microfiber Couch?I bought a Miami Dolphins microfiber couch a couple of years ago and just recently noticed some little tiny holes on the back of the couch. Does anyone know what I can do to fix this?
Scratches on Leather Couch?How do you get scratch out of a leather couch?
Faux Leather Sofa Is Peeling?I have a "leather like" sofa that has spots where it is peeling away. What can I do to fix it or just prevent it from getting worse?
Repairing a Sofa Sleeper Joint?Recently, I had a rivet break on one of the joints that puts the top of the bed up into the couch. Any suggestions on how to replace/fix it?
Repairing a Loveseat?I stepped on my loveseat cushion and felt a string or something catch. Now the cushion won't come back into the original position. What can I do? This is on a leather loveseat.
Repairing Cat Claw Punctures in Faux Leather Furniture?I have a beautiful sofa and chair with faux leather arms and backs. The cat has made small punctures in the arms. They aren't bad, but you can feel them when you run your hand over the arm. Is there a way to get rid of them or make them less noticeable?
Repairing Cigarette Burns in Couch Upholstery?I have a couch that has 3 cigarette burns in the suede fabric. The couch is expensive and I would like to repair it myself or pay someone to do this. Where can I get help?
Keeping Couch Cushions From Sliding?The cushions at the base of my sofa keep sliding out.
Repairing a Burn Hole on Couch?I have a burn hole in my couch. What is the best way to repair it?
Reattaching Arm on Reclining Sofa?I like my leather recliner sofa. It's in good shape except for one arm that separated from the frame! The reclining mechanism continues to work. Can we repair this or does it needs professional help?
Repairing the Footrest on Recliner Couch?I have a leather recliner couch and on one side the recliner footrest is broken in half from somebody slamming their feet on it. How would I repair this?