Chair Cushions
How To Style an Area With The Perfect Chair Cushions
Chair cushions have come a long way. Just think, not too long ago a chair cushion was nothing more than a flimsy foam pad with a boring beige color and an scratchy material that made sand paper feel like a dream. Today, there are thousands of chair cushions on the market ranging in style, size, and price.
Things to Consider When Getting a New Chair Cushion
Everyone has their own personal style and the way they decorate a room should reflect a part of that style and them. If you are considering purchasing or refurbishing your chair cushions, consider the following elements:
- Color. Think about the color of the room and of the color chair frame. You will want to get something that will match both.
- Pattern. Decide if you want to go with a solid color or a pattern. If you like a patter, think about the size of the pattern and how it will look on the chair frame. For example, if you're working on an outdoor chair cushion, you might consider strips as it will hide any dirt, spots or stains better.
- Texture. Consider the texture of the material. Do you want something soft and warm like corduroy or cool and sleek like leather.
- Shape. Consider the shape of the chair frame vs. the chair cushion. Try not to match a large chair with a thin cushion or a narrow chair with a wide cushion. For example, if you have lounge chair cushions, then you'll need something longer with a thicker padding for comfort.
- Size. Make sure the cushion will fit in equal proportion to the chair.
- Usage. Think about how the chair will be used. If it's an office chair cushion you're looking for, consider something ergonomically shaped. If it's an outdoor bench cushion, then you'll want something weatherproof and durable.
Create a Story Board to Make Sure Your Chair Cushion Will Match
In order to help you keep all your concepts and thoughts together you might consider creating a story board.
- Head down to your local paint store and pick up some color samples of the colors you're considering.
- Go to a fabric story and ask for samples of different patterns and textures that will match the color samples.
- Draw some sketches of your ideas and thoughts.
- Think about padding. Consider a memory foam cushion for optimal support.
- Pin all of these onto a foam board or cardboard to keep everything in one cohesive place.
Take this story board with you to the store when you're shopping for new chair cushions. It will help you stay focused and pick the right one for your needs. If creating a story board seems like too much work, shop around online, print pictures of chair cushions that you like, and bring them with you to the store. Or, you can always buy online.
Refurbishing a Chair Cushion
Chair cushions can be easily refurbished if you don't want to shell out the money for a new cushion. As a general overview, you'll need fabric, chalk, scissors, and a staple gun. You'll basically be cutting pieces of fabric that will cover the chair cushion and stapling the fabric to the bottom of the chair cushion. There are lots of videos online that can walk you thought this process in detail. Refurbishing a chair cushion is recommended if you have a custom cushion to begin with, such as custom outdoor cushions or outdoor replacement cushions.
A chair cushions primary role is to be sat on so the most important thing to consider is comfort. Always test drive a chair cushion in a store before buying. You're living space will feel brand new with updated chair cushions.
Keep in mind that patio cushion covers and sunbrella outdoor cushions are great for your pool deck or garden.
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Every Chair Cushion Needs A Home
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