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Old 11-17-2010, 01:13 PM   #21
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Good day all.
This is for the folks in Ontario. I am looking for an inexpensive way to replace the foam cushions only. I can sew, it's just the foam I'm looking for. Working on a couple of leads but everyone in the retail wants an arm and a leg. Alternatively, I would take advise on cleaning the old foam, although I think it's the original ('73) and recovering that. Any products on the market for that? I don't think the foam is too bad, but has an older, "used" smell (wife is very sensitive). Thanks in advance for any thoughts.
We purchased a Queen size 4" memory foam mattress topper from Sears and cut the cushions from it. This was far cheaper than buying foam from the upholstery places. It has turned out very well

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Old 11-22-2010, 06:46 AM   #22
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Hi: astroboy... The foams cleaned up like new. They actually smell better than the new stuff. New latex foam will not last or stay firm like the old foam due to lack of petrolium content. Thats why I went to the trouble of cleaning the old.
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Old 11-22-2010, 10:03 PM   #23
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I've had great success washing everything from wool carpets to strollers to van seats(removed) to foam with a basic pressure washer. Usually I just use whatever detergent I have on hand for the pressure washer, general cleaning, house and siding etc. and use a fairly diffuse nozzle to avoid damage.

I got the idea when I went to an automotive cleaning specialist to steam clean an oil stain from my van seat. Since it was a soaked in stain he said it would be better if I removed the seat so he could pressure wash it instead, so I took it to the local do it yourself carwash myself and saved $80. I then took a couple wool carpets which also worked great, but they get pretty heavy once soaked with water.

Now I do it on my deck so I can leave them drain for a day before trying to hang up to finish drying. Anything that absorbs water like foam or a rug will take at least a few warm sunny days to fully dry. (None of the wool rugs I've done were very special so I wasn't worried if I damaged them. I did ruin one from ikea - the carpet pile itself was fine but the glue or sizing holding the backing on disintegrated and continuously shed a fine white powder on the floor underneath, so try this at your own risk...)

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Old 11-22-2010, 10:11 PM   #24
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New latex foam will not last or stay firm like the old foam due to lack of petrolium content.
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Alf I think you have a good point, I'm amazed that my 40 year old cushions are still pretty comfortable, no sagging or crumbling foam.
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Old 12-26-2010, 11:16 AM   #25
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ok, had to bit the bullet and get new foam cushions. Thanks to all for the advise. i may clean the foam to do something with, but the foam was just a little too old to try to cover. i had to consider my wifes sensitivity. the trailer will already be a bit of a challenge for her to really enjoy. anyway, thought I would pass on the company i bought it from. for all of those in TO, try Foamite just south of the Vaughn Mills mall. it's the factory and i paid about $280 for the new foam. no tax, a little negotiable and quite a bit of selection for different grades. I took the middle of the road for density and firmness. thanks to all for the advise and suggestions, including Paul's offer. Paul, i'm still considering making a few cushion covers. I don't know about making another set, but i will make the patterns and perhaps that will be a good option for people who want to make them themselves. do you think people would be interested in measurements and templates? anyway, i will keep you all posted as this is my first goal for the spring reno. have a great holiday season everyone.
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Old 12-26-2010, 02:07 PM   #26
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Kyle, I'm sure folks would be interested in templates and patterns. For instance, something like this: Cushion Template
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Old 12-26-2010, 03:47 PM   #27
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Good Move on Foam

Just to applaud your purchase and plan to recover new foam. So far you've done so well, the mid density is a good choice. You will be displeased by the results if you make covers that are the same size as foam pieces. When constructing a cushion cover you should draw an outline of the shape of the top and the bottom and the length and height of the sides. Do not be generous when you add seam allowances, as the cover will not fit snug. I would strongly advise you to do "a test cover," and see if you are pleased with the results. If the cover is too loose, use a 1/4" seam allowance, but take a 1/2 inch seams, or more. That should tighten things up.
I've made cushion covers with zippers, and without zippers. I've found that you really don't take the covers off often, so I avoid using zippers. Then, when using a blind stitch to sew up the back you can determine how tight you want the cover to fit, including more fabric in the SA if the cover seems too loose.
I wrap the foam in dry cleaning bags, before attempting to stuff them into the covers. After the foam is in the cover, you pull out the plastic wrapping. ( Or take them to an upholstry shop where they have a machine that compresses foam before the covers go on.)
If after you sleep on the cushions, and you decide that they aren't firm enoungh, you can buy thermorest mattresses (self-inflating) and place them under the cushions for more support.
Choosing a medium weight, tightly woven fabric will be good to work with. If you have a bankrupt and liquidation sales outlet in the area, those kinds of places have good selection of upholstry fabric at low, low prices. Nothing more than 6 dollars per yard (60" wide). Some at 3 per yard. Have a good time. The process gets repetative, but is worth the effort. monasimpson



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ok, had to bit the bullet and get new foam cushions. Thanks to all for the advise. i may clean the foam to do something with, but the foam was just a little too old to try to cover. i had to consider my wifes sensitivity. the trailer will already be a bit of a challenge for her to really enjoy. anyway, thought I would pass on the company i bought it from. for all of those in TO, try Foamite just south of the Vaughn Mills mall. it's the factory and i paid about $280 for the new foam. no tax, a little negotiable and quite a bit of selection for different grades. I took the middle of the road for density and firmness. thanks to all for the advise and suggestions, including Paul's offer. Paul, i'm still considering making a few cushion covers. I don't know about making another set, but i will make the patterns and perhaps that will be a good option for people who want to make them themselves. do you think people would be interested in measurements and templates? anyway, i will keep you all posted as this is my first goal for the spring reno. have a great holiday season everyone.
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Old 12-29-2010, 02:02 PM   #28
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Just to applaud your purchase and plan to recover new foam. So far you've done so well, the mid density is a good choice. You will be displeased by the results if you make covers that are the same size as foam pieces. When constructing a cushion cover you should draw an outline of the shape of the top and the bottom and the length and height of the sides. Do not be generous when you add seam allowances, as the cover will not fit snug. I would strongly advise you to do "a test cover," and see if you are pleased with the results. If the cover is too loose, use a 1/4" seam allowance, but take a 1/2 inch seams, or more. That should tighten things up.
I've made cushion covers with zippers, and without zippers. I've found that you really don't take the covers off often, so I avoid using zippers. Then, when using a blind stitch to sew up the back you can determine how tight you want the cover to fit, including more fabric in the SA if the cover seems too loose.
I wrap the foam in dry cleaning bags, before attempting to stuff them into the covers. After the foam is in the cover, you pull out the plastic wrapping. ( Or take them to an upholstry shop where they have a machine that compresses foam before the covers go on.)
If after you sleep on the cushions, and you decide that they aren't firm enoungh, you can buy thermorest mattresses (self-inflating) and place them under the cushions for more support.
Choosing a medium weight, tightly woven fabric will be good to work with. If you have a bankrupt and liquidation sales outlet in the area, those kinds of places have good selection of upholstry fabric at low, low prices. Nothing more than 6 dollars per yard (60" wide). Some at 3 per yard. Have a good time. The process gets repetative, but is worth the effort. monasimpson
Dear Mona,
Thank you for the reply. I saved from the original covers the vinyl bottom. These vinyl bottoms make a perfect template for the new covers. I was at the fabric store yesterday. Brought the family because the fabric choice will be the foundation for our color pallet (new doors and curtains) for the interior. I was going to avoid zippers. Possibly use an overlap flap on the hidden side. I am not sure if I'm going to 5 thread serge my seams, or an folded seam. That will determine my seam allowance but I was going to do what you suggest and make a trial version. I remember seeing a thread about yardage requirement, but it will depend on my yield from what ever roll width I'm working with. It seems like 54 and 60" are the standard. I want to get a good deal on fabric, and there's a sale at retail outlets, but I'm going to continue my search for wholesale locations. One interesting thing. The cushions that I replace are all 4", except the one that is the back of the bench seat that turns into the top bunk. My poor daughter would have had a 2" thick cushion. I could have used the thermal rests we have now, but I thought I would just get 4" for that as well. It will make the seat shorter I guess and I hadn't heard anyone else with that experience. I figure just get it all the same thickness. Anyway, I will keep everyone posted, perhaps with some pics because I know how everyone loves to see pictures! Happy new years all.
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Old 12-30-2010, 01:12 PM   #29
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Kyle, I'm sure folks would be interested in templates and patterns. For instance, something like this: Cushion Template
Donna you always come up with the most amazing links! :-) You would not happen to have one up your sleeve for a Scamp would you??
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Carol, the Boler template should work for Scamp, except the top bunk. It would be worth cutting the template out on paper and laying the Scamp cushions on the paper... See this post for more info, it's an oldy!: http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...tml#post131633
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