In this video we will be reupholstering this armchair with brand new decorative fabric from Sailrite to bring it back to life and give it an updated fabulous new look. The process may seem daunting, but it really is not too difficult, especially after watching this video. Every step will be clearly shown, so if you can do a little sewing and use a staple gun. Chances are you can also reupholster a chair. This tutorial video will show reupholstering the frame with new fabric. A second video will show pattering and sewing the chair’s top and back cushions.
See how to make the seat cushion for this Armchair, watch this video: https://youtu.be/fGZoAmkZx7k
How to Reupholster an Armchair Chapters:
Intro 0:00
• Evaluating the Chair – 0:50
• Removing Old Upholstered Fabric – 2:16
• Patterning & Installing:
Deck – 14:43
Inside Arm – 42:16
Inside Back – 01:01:22
Outside Arms – 01:07:07
Outside Back – 01:14:07
Front Arm Stump Panel – 01:24:02
• Making Piping – 01:30:20
• Applying Piping – 01:35:09
• Applying Dust Cover – 01:41:15
• Fastening Front Arm Stump Panel – 01:43:00
• Materials List – 01:45:15
Materials List
Home Décor Fabric from Sailrite: https://www.sailrite.com/Fabrics/Home-Fabric/Decor-and-Upholstery-Fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Thread Nylon V-69 - https://www.sailrite.com/shop/notions/thread?facet_notions_material=Nylon&facet_thread_size=Tex+70+%28V-69%29&utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Polyester Batting White - https://www.sailrite.com/Batting-83-Thick-55-Wide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Cardboard Upholstery Tack Strip 1/2" - https://www.sailrite.com/Cardboard-Upholstery-Tack-Strip-1-2?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Medium 5/32" Welt Cord - https://www.sailrite.com/Medium-5-32-Welting-Cord?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Cambric Dust Cover Black Fabric - https://www.sailrite.com/Furniture-Lining-Dust-Cover-62-Fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Upholstery Tack Strip 27" - https://www.sailrite.com/Upholstery-Tack-Strips-27-5-pack?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
21 Gauge 3/8" (10mm) Staples 10,000/Box (Galvanized) - https://www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-21-Gauge-3-8-10mm-Staples-10-000-Box-Galvanized?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Tools
Tack & Staple Remover - https://www.sailrite.com/Tack-Staple-Remover?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Rawhide Upholstery Mallet - https://www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Bakelite-Mallet-13-oz?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Seam Ripper Deluxe - https://www.sailrite.com/Seam-Ripper-Deluxe?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Multi Use Pins 1 1/2" (250 Pins) - https://www.sailrite.com/Multi-Use-Pins-1-1-2-250-Pins?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Assorted Curved Hand Sewing Needles - https://www.sailrite.com/4-Assorted-Curved-Hand-Sewing-Needles?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Sailrite® Short Nose Upholstery Staple Gun - https://www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Short-Nose-Upholstery-Staple-Gun?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Comfort Grip Rotary Cutter 60mm - https://www.sailrite.com/Olfa-Deluxe-Rotary-Cutter-60mm?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Cutting Mat 18" x 24" - https://www.sailrite.com/Cutting-Mat-18-x-24?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - https://www.sailrite.com/Clear-Acrylic-Ruler-6-x-24?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=How_to_Reupholster_an_Armchair
Marker, Pliers, Wire Cutters, Scissors, Tape Measure, Twine, Pencil, Nails, Sewing Machine
See how to make the seat cushion for this Armchair, watch this video: https://youtu.be/fGZoAmkZx7k