Guide
How to recover cushions
Recovering a cushion means putting a new cover on the foam you already have. It makes sense when the foam still springs back and only the fabric is worn; if the foam has gone flat, lumpy or crumbly, replace the insert at the same time, because a new cover will not restore lost support.
| Sew it yourself | Order a made-to-measure cover | |
|---|---|---|
| What you need | Sewing machine, fabric, zip, the old cover as a pattern | The width, depth and thickness of your foam |
| Fit | Depends on your pattern and seams | Cut to the measurements you enter, in inches or centimetres |
| Hard shapes (L-shape, curve, trapezoid) | Much harder to cut and sew accurately | Chosen on the product page for that shape |
| Closure | A zip along the back boxing strip is easiest | A zip |
How do I recover a cushion myself?
- Unpick the old cover carefully and flatten each panel: top, bottom and the boxing strip around the sides.
- Use the panels as a pattern on the new fabric and add a seam allowance on every edge.
- Sew a boxed cover and put a zip along the back boxing strip, where it is hidden in use.
- Put the foam back in; the care guide shows an easy way to slide foam into a tight cover.
Can I order a new cover instead of sewing it?
Yes. Foamera sells covers on their own, for example the Custom Cushion Cover with Zipper and the Custom Bench Cushion Cover. Measure the foam itself, not the old cover, which may have stretched, and the customizer shows the price before you buy. To compare a new cover with a complete new cushion, see cover only vs full cushion.
What should I read next?
- Cover only vs full cushion
- Cushion care guide
- Cushion inserts — made to the shape and size you enter
- Custom Cushion Cover with Zipper
- Custom bench cushions
How we know
The options and prices described here come from Foamera's own product pages and customizer, checked on September 26, 2026. The customizer calculates each price live from the size and options you choose.
Key facts
- Units
- Sizes can be entered in inches or centimetres on each product page.
- Fit guarantee window
- 14 days from delivery