Easy Process Of Adding A Cushion To A Wooden Stool
Long-term sitting on a hard surface, like wood, can result in soreness and the need to wriggle around to find a comfortable position. Stool cushions give padding to the stool, boosting support while raising the seating height and enriching the décor. To up the richness and sophistication of wood stools, you can select from a variety of cushion types and patterns.
Step 1: Determine The Diameter Of A Circular Stool
Using a tape measure, determine the diameter of a circular stool as well as its length and width. Calculate the distance between the bar or table and the stool's seat.
Step 2: Choose A Cushion Thickness
Depending on how much cushioning you want and the height of the bar or table, choose a cushion thickness. About 10 inches should separate the seat of the stool from the bar or table. Counter stools are normally 24 to 26 inches high, whereas bar stools are often 30 inches high.
Step 3: Choose A Sturdy Fabric, Such Cotton Or Polyester
Choose a cushion pattern or color that complements the color scheme and décor of the space the stools are in. Choose a sturdy fabric, such cotton or polyester. While cushions in neutral or light colors blend in, those with patterns or strong colors serve as the room's focal point.
Step 4: Put The Cushion On The Seat Of The Wood Stool
Put the cushion on the wooden stool's seat. Place the ties that protrude from the cushion around the legs of the stool and around the seat to secure them. To keep the cushion from moving around on the stool, pull the ties snugly around the legs and tie a knot and bow.
Upholstering Bar Stools
Foam and printed fabric can be used to transform a plain wooden stool into a chic padded seat. One of the simplest ways to add style to any area is with this easy DIY, which only requires a basic staple gun and can be finished in about an hour.
- Mark & Tape Off The Stool
At the area that will be painted, trace a line with a pencil. To get a uniform height all the way around the stool, use a ruler to measure up from the bottom of each leg. Use the rungs as a point of reference to draw a line parallel to the ground if the legs are not straight. To mask off the area that won't be painted, use painters tape. Making sure the tape's edge is parallel to the ground, carefully wrap the tape around each side. To prevent paint spatter on the legs and rungs, cover them with plastic wrap. - Prepare The Wood & Paint The Stool
The wood that will be painted can be roughed up with a piece of sandpaper. The paint will adhere to the surface better as a result. Spray a thin layer of paint onto the surface while holding the can of spray paint about 10 inches away from the stool. Prior to putting a second layer of paint, let the previous one dry. Continue doing this until the wood is completely covered in paint. - Trace The Stool & Cut Out The Cushion
Place the stool on a piece of foam upside down. To outline the stool's cushion seat, trace around it. Every time you make a cut along the line, peel the additional foam away from the seat. The foam's rough edges are acceptable. - Glue The Foam Seat & Add A Layer Of Batting
Apply hot glue to the foam cushion's underside to secure it to the stool. Hold it firmly in place until the foam is in place. Turn the stool upside-down and encircle it with one or more layers of batting. One point of the batting should be stapled to the underneath border of the seat to secure it to the stool. - Staple The Batting Layer Around The Stool
Add a second staple exactly across from the first one after pulling the batting taut all the way around the stool. Up until there are four evenly spaced staples, keep tightly wrapping and stapling the batting around the stool. Place a staple on each side of the stool, if the seat is square. Up until it is completely fastened to the stool, keep attaching the batting. - Trim The Batting & Add A Liner
Close to the staple line, trim off any extra batting. Over the batting layer, place a piece of simple liner fabric. Just past the row of staples holding the batting layer down, attach it with staples. - Staple The Liner Layer & Add The Fabric
Keep attaching staples to the stool's seat. As each staple is put in place, pull the fabric tightly and uniformly around the batting. Stack the last piece of fabric atop the seat. Just after the final row of staples, turn the stool upside down and staple it. - Pull Tight And Staple & Trim Excess Fabric
Continue around the stool, pulling the cloth tightly at each additional staple, until the fabric is completely fastened. Close to the staples, trim off any extra fabric. To prevent the fabric from fraying along the edges, use pinking shears or a hot glue gun.