Fabric & Foam Calculator
Estimate the upholstery fabric and foam a sofa, chair or headboard needs — for a new build or a reupholstery. Pick an item to preload sensible defaults, then adjust every figure to your piece.
Assumes ~54 in wide fabric. Velvet and large repeats need more.
Rate rises with density: 32D economy < 40D good < HR/high-resilience premium. Seat foam should be 40D or better to avoid sagging.
~Rs 3,726 of fabric
~Rs 1,680 of foam
Indicative only. Upholstery fabric depends heavily on the fabric width, the pattern repeat and the piece's exact shape; foam depends on the cushion build and density. These are ordering estimates — an upholsterer measuring the frame gives the real figure. Choose the foam and fabric wisely in the upholstered furniture guide.
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