{"id":241,"date":"2026-08-31T18:08:32","date_gmt":"2026-08-31T10:08:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.indiansaddlery.com\/blog\/?p=241"},"modified":"2026-08-31T18:08:32","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T10:08:32","slug":"how-to-measure-for-new-upholstery-on-furniture-4fc2-0b746a","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.indiansaddlery.com\/blog\/2026\/08\/31\/how-to-measure-for-new-upholstery-on-furniture-4fc2-0b746a\/","title":{"rendered":"How to measure for new upholstery on furniture?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hey there! I’m an upholstered furniture supplier, and I know how crucial it is to get the measurements right when it comes to new upholstery for your furniture. Whether you’re looking to give an old piece a fresh new look or you’re in the business of making custom – made upholstered furniture, accurate measurements are the name of the game. So, let’s dive into how you can measure for new upholstery on furniture. Upholstered Furniture<\/a><\/p>\n

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Understanding the Basics<\/h3>\n

Before you start grabbing that measuring tape, it’s important to know what you’ll be measuring. Typically, you’ll need to measure the length, width, and height of the parts of the furniture that will be upholstered. This includes the seat, backrest, arms, and any other exposed areas. Each piece of furniture is unique, so you’ll have to adapt your measuring approach.<\/p>\n

Measuring the Seat<\/h3>\n

Let’s start with the seat. The first thing you want to do is measure the length. This is the distance from one side of the seat to the opposite. Make sure to measure from the outermost points, usually right at the edges of the seat frame. You don’t want to measure the cushion itself, as it can be compressed and give you an inaccurate reading.<\/p>\n

Next up is the width. Measure the front – to – back distance of the seat. Again, measure at the frame level. If the seat has a curve, use a flexible measuring tape to follow the curve as closely as possible.<\/p>\n

For the seat depth, measure from the front of the seat to the backrest. This will give you an idea of how much fabric you’ll need to cover the seat all the way to the back.<\/p>\n

If your seat has a cushion, you’ll need to measure the cushion separately. Measure the top surface of the cushion for both length and width. Also, measure the thickness of the cushion, as this will affect the amount of fabric that wraps around it.<\/p>\n

Measuring the Backrest<\/h3>\n

The backrest is another vital part to measure. Start by measuring the height of the backrest. Measure from the top of the backrest down to where it meets the seat.<\/p>\n

For the width, measure the horizontal distance at the widest part of the backrest. Similar to the seat, if the backrest has a curve, go for a flexible tape.<\/p>\n

Some backrests have a tilt or a slope. In this case, you’ll want to measure the angle as well. A protractor can be handy here. If you’re not too sure about measuring the angle precisely, you can describe the tilt to your upholstery fabric supplier. They can help you figure out how the fabric will drape over that kind of angle.<\/p>\n

Measuring the Arms<\/h3>\n

Arms on furniture can vary a lot in shape and size. First, measure the length of the arm from the front to the back. This is usually from the point where the arm starts at the front of the seat to the end of the armrest.<\/p>\n

The width of the arm is measured at its widest part, often near the top of the armrest. You’ll also need to measure the height of the arm from the seat level to the top of the armrest.<\/p>\n

If the arms are curved, measure each curve separately. You might want to break the curve into smaller, straight – line segments and then sum up the lengths. This will give you a close approximation of the total length of fabric needed to cover the curves.<\/p>\n

Special Considerations<\/h3>\n