How to reupholster a chair seat with Barry Murphy, master upholsterer

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  • With this DIY tutorial with Barry Murphy of Murph's Custom Furniture Works in Grand Falls-WIndsor you'll learn how to remove the old fabric and replace it with new materials.
    To view a full list of materials, as well as the required tools, visit the accompanying article for this video at www.homeandcabin.ca

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  • @philgray1023
    @philgray1023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video. In your case, master is the well deserved and earned title.

  • @samuelmurphy
    @samuelmurphy ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! Thank you so much! I reupholstered two old chairs today and my wife is over the moon!

  • @nicwright2932
    @nicwright2932 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    THE BEST VIDEO I'VE SEEN. And I've watched A TON of upholstery videos. So helpful and easy to understand! THANK YOU SO MUCH.

  • @anitalloydjones3738
    @anitalloydjones3738 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job, easily explained too - Thank you from North Wales GB !

  • @starfire8314
    @starfire8314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. I like how you break down all your instructions. I am a beginner and did not where to begin. I'm here stuck in my home during corona virus pandemic. Now is time to start this again.

  • @theinvisiblebrain
    @theinvisiblebrain 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Superb illustration..apart from master upholsterer you also are an excellent teacher. Waiting for more videos from your side

  • @hardwarehenrietta5099
    @hardwarehenrietta5099 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Wow, the best video I have watched(and I have viewed many) on reupholstering a chair seat. The visuals, and audio are perfect. Your knowledge, and expertise attest to the fact that you are truly a Master Upholsterer! I'm redoing just one chair. But, I was really struggling with the corners on the chair seat. After watching this I realized it was about so much more than the corners. Now I feel confident in getting the job done. Thank you for taking the time to share your expert advice.

    • @mumandauntyglad
      @mumandauntyglad ปีที่แล้ว

      Chair seats, are what apprentices start out on.

  • @tomstuart2652
    @tomstuart2652 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful. We have a very old chair which needs a new seat. I followed the instructions and în an hour my wife had a new cushion and she was very happy. And for a hubby’s DIY project that was the goal.

  • @ChandlerCor
    @ChandlerCor 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the video

  • @PrincipalScratcher1
    @PrincipalScratcher1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Landscape fabric as dust cover? Never thought about it and now it seems so obvious! Thanks!

  • @MsHeathenly
    @MsHeathenly 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    There was no mention of how much profanity I would need while using a staple gun, but... you did warn me generally. I did a trial run with the old fabric and feel a lot more confident, but now I'm investing in some kind of pneumatic nail gun that doesn't require me sweating, grimacing, and cursing as if I were giving birth. Thanks for the great instruction!

  • @nonathomas6087
    @nonathomas6087 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great video. I really appreciated you giving the material information concerning replacement of the set padding. The detailed steps and explaination set this presentation apart from others

  • @wceager
    @wceager 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thank you. I splurged $40 for the arrow electric stapler. So glad I did....and I splurged $8 for an Irwin scratch awl. great tool.

  • @oddsandendsofstuff
    @oddsandendsofstuff 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have given me new hope! I have six old chairs to do and this was super helpfful!!!

  • @LKeenan
    @LKeenan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANKS!!!! Looked a long time for a good, simple corner demo!

  • @starrystarrynight9822
    @starrystarrynight9822 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Very good, clear video!

  • @heathermclean5233
    @heathermclean5233 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Very detailed and helpful. Thank you for posting!

  • @ntong4952
    @ntong4952 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like you care the details! Love it!

  • @rebeccapando6801
    @rebeccapando6801 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing your expertise!

  • @colinthomson1002
    @colinthomson1002 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video,makes it look simple!

  • @joebaker44
    @joebaker44 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video! It really helped us figure out how to do the job without much hassle. The corners were really tough because our fabric was pretty thick. With practice and patience, the job is halfway done. I'll have the other 3 chairs done before dinner on Saturday! thanks again Barry!

  • @paulatruman7218
    @paulatruman7218 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you I have just started upholstery ,
    struggling with corners very helpful

  • @DavidRice111
    @DavidRice111 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    "You're gonna be all happy about it." (loved it!)

  • @oliviakassis3600
    @oliviakassis3600 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you you were very clear and concise with your instructions took time to go over every step
    I appreciate this can't wait to start !

  • @enchantedwooddesignz3607
    @enchantedwooddesignz3607 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video I have seen to date. Very Informative. Thank you Sir, You, Your work and teachings are definitely appreciated. Have a Blessed Day !

  • @editherman.2555
    @editherman.2555 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative! Thank you so much! Best video so far!

  • @agshplc
    @agshplc 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just finished my first chair and it looks great! Thanks Barry!

  • @reneleon8593
    @reneleon8593 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative easy to understand I'm just barely getting into trying to reupholster some old furniture that's at my parents house I don't like throwing stuff away so I'm trying to surprise them your video helps out a lot thank you I don't have any of the tools you're using and I got a hand stapler going to try my best

  • @sheilajones4491
    @sheilajones4491 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great detailed yet simple instruction- I could not find any videos showing how to cut the foam correctly - thank you

  • @DougHidalgo
    @DougHidalgo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you! That was very informative and lots of good tips.

    • @davidmaggio612
      @davidmaggio612 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great video,easy to follow and valuable information for my 1st time ...turned out perfectly

  • @miccastorm
    @miccastorm 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much I found this so so helpful!

  • @Bling_bling124
    @Bling_bling124 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's really helpful I'm watching from va richmond

  • @jamestongas3554
    @jamestongas3554 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great explanation! Concise into the point. 👍

  • @francesca222australy
    @francesca222australy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info, sadly my chair is different. It has some kind of webbing that is damaged.
    I will work around it and tour video has given me the courage to open it and fix it. Thank you!

  • @vladdan4390
    @vladdan4390 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. It helped me do a good job. Thank you.

  • @ranicohoward3140
    @ranicohoward3140 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much thanks for this video ...you saved me alot of headache

  • @dodgygeezah4707
    @dodgygeezah4707 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Barry. Exactly what I was looking for =)

  • @rosecintronallen8811
    @rosecintronallen8811 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was excellent! I did a really quick job on my chairs but knew it wasn't correct. I was rushed for time. While the wood is getting refinished, my plan is to re-do the correct way.

  • @rosewildbill6368
    @rosewildbill6368 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks for sharing your expertise with us ...

  • @ukdodger
    @ukdodger 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant. Thanks very much.

  • @teresaluna1936
    @teresaluna1936 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Barry!

  • @BrentnHendry
    @BrentnHendry 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wonderful video. So helpful

  • @pamzulauf8218
    @pamzulauf8218 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Wish I would have watched this before I started but now can finish a bit better!

  • @discovertree55
    @discovertree55 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video. I do quite a bit of work like this and found that CushionCraft upholstery foam and supplies work great for these types of projects.

  • @1970brenz
    @1970brenz 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent. Instead of using a dust cover for frays I just folded my fabric for a smooth edge before stapling.

  • @roadrunner123
    @roadrunner123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great shop!

  • @246trixie
    @246trixie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely, thankyou!

  • @melissabarron1574
    @melissabarron1574 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you great video!

  • @bjsmoker
    @bjsmoker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My hubby and I covered our dining chair seats, only 2, without taking off the old stuff. We never did it before, and used an upholstery vinyl we bought at JoAnn’s. It probably would have gone much better to take it all off before putting on the new stuff, but we’ll know better next time. 🥴 That being said it looks pretty good! But we’ll do it right next time.

  • @Ecuaman77Ord
    @Ecuaman77Ord 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job thank you

  • @montrealstars60
    @montrealstars60 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really great video!!! Thanks for sharing! BTW I noticed your small Canadian flag on your work table. Yeah!

  • @cindyweyman1878
    @cindyweyman1878 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for mentioning the center line, cutting out notches for center and for tailoring the corners. I do not like the fold I like your way much better. Thank you. :)

  • @lisawagner256
    @lisawagner256 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!

  • @marrietrueman3080
    @marrietrueman3080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video , would love a video on how much fabric needed hate math lol

  • @Solaristist
    @Solaristist 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. Very useful.

  • @omegalgo297
    @omegalgo297 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!!!!

  • @anthonycontrino5592
    @anthonycontrino5592 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Our problem is removing the seat. There are no screws in the corner blocks or any where on the perimeter after we remove the dust cover
    There is webbing that appears to be glued to the top of the frame
    Our cushions are very good but the fabric is stained and we want to change it but removing the seat is puzzling and before I go further I wanted to inquire

  • @annieterniak1799
    @annieterniak1799 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good.

  • @samuelpuckett7954
    @samuelpuckett7954 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One inch overlap on each side with material is cutting it a little close for me. 😊

  • @stephenbaker1060
    @stephenbaker1060 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a video on covering the curved back of a bar stool?

  • @dnguyen2708
    @dnguyen2708 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    love it

  • @scottavery7215
    @scottavery7215 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good thorough video, but, this guy hasn't answered a single question posted here. I was going to ask what size/gauge staples he uses, but... I do appreciate the instruction about centering and alignment with the guide lines.

    • @davegoggings7073
      @davegoggings7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I answered a couple for ya. 1/4 or 3/8" Staples depending on fabric thickness and hardness of the wood.

  • @timd567
    @timd567 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you

  • @patmalan3902
    @patmalan3902 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What differences when using 2 inch foam?

  • @randysmith4344
    @randysmith4344 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question......I have seats just like yours and they are covered in leather, which is in great condition. I just want to change the color. I have bought a faux leather product. Can I upholster over the leather or should I remove it? I'm thinking it would be extra padding plus there are dozens and dozens of staples in the chairs now. Thank you!

  • @mjp5129
    @mjp5129 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look real good

  • @paulagiles7083
    @paulagiles7083 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    where do you buy your dense foam from? I was looking for 2.8 density and places like joann do not give you that information. I am getting ready to do 93 restaurant chairs. The big foam companies that do have those specs around me want 1500 dollar order? which do you recommend? thanks in advance

  • @anniehgower
    @anniehgower ปีที่แล้ว

    What depth foam do you usually use for a dining chair? Thanks so much!

  • @RoyalMajestyCreators
    @RoyalMajestyCreators 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job. very formative,I like to know if you can give me a tip on stronger fabric what would be your tips on how to do the corner not sure if the same rules apply cause i had a hard time getting the shape you indicated, much appreciated

    • @gloriaporras2380
      @gloriaporras2380 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi what's the name of the sofa behind of you I want to upholster one of it.

  • @246trixie
    @246trixie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pipings easy to make, cut fabric on the bias and sew on a sewing machine!

  • @tserevenad
    @tserevenad 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    very informative. thanks. what size staple did you use?

    • @davegoggings7073
      @davegoggings7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      1/4 or 3/8 " Staples. Depends on the thickness of the fabric and how hard the wood is.

  • @glennkrzeminski7539
    @glennkrzeminski7539 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about if the plywood has the center cut out? I need stretchy webbing that goes under the foam. Do you know where I can get that?

  • @rlgman
    @rlgman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im guessing that foam is 2 inch? I just started some dining chairs from the 50s and I think I better replace this old cotton mat. Confused on foam width.

  • @michaelbrisson1305
    @michaelbrisson1305 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you I appreciate your help. I guess there are some good Yankees LoL Your rival Red Sox God Bless Go Sox

  • @Vinniegret
    @Vinniegret 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you make your own piping the same way you make a bias strip for pillows? Bias strips are not hard to do on a sewing machine.

    • @davegoggings7073
      @davegoggings7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can do it either way,but on the bias for all pillows and cushions for my shop.

  • @NiceAnonymous
    @NiceAnonymous 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    How the foam is attached? Is it stapled right to the edge? I cannot see it being wrapped around the seat part. Any suggestions? In the video he completely omitted that part.

    • @HomeAndCabin
      @HomeAndCabin  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The foam is cut to the same size as the seat. It is not wrapped around the seat. You can attach it to the seat board with spray glue.

    • @OMGWTFLOLSMH
      @OMGWTFLOLSMH 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HomeAndCabin - You said to cut the foam 1/4" larger all around the seat, not the same size. 1:47

  • @donnaalexander7763
    @donnaalexander7763 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can you recommend a good electric staple gun pease?

    • @cluek9780
      @cluek9780 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like an electric stapler, Stanley makes one that can be adjusted for strength

  • @SaltyAlaskan79
    @SaltyAlaskan79 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'd recommend leaving more than an inch of fabric. It's a lot easier if you have something to grab!

    • @Vinniegret
      @Vinniegret 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree, but my fabric is $30 (US) a yard, so I'm not going to be toooo generous.

  • @ilvsurfin
    @ilvsurfin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    do you recommend a 1" HD foam for a dining chair? adding poly wrap over it?

    • @davegoggings7073
      @davegoggings7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I recommend 1 1/2 " foam and Dacron on top for a nice full and comfortable look and feel.. foam density is up to you. Here in California I use a medium density open cell foam for most customers.

  • @nicecutie
    @nicecutie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    just noticed slight tear on my kitchen chair i have no idea how it got there. any ideas?

  • @jayeli6402
    @jayeli6402 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I find the wood panel part of the seat??

  • @elizabethmcdonald8030
    @elizabethmcdonald8030 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the best stapler

  • @kenpappas9520
    @kenpappas9520 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How thick is that foam?

  • @Mochi88981
    @Mochi88981 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use all purpose glue instead?

  • @ukdodger
    @ukdodger 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video but it's a shame the corner wasnt in close up the whole time you were doing it.

  • @Bobster986
    @Bobster986 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why not use needle nose pliers to remove the staples vs a wire cutter?

    • @davegoggings7073
      @davegoggings7073 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wire cutters are ideal,but use whatever works for you.

  • @shelleymason1170
    @shelleymason1170 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    can i use a staple gun

  • @JnJShiffler
    @JnJShiffler 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Darn it. I was looking up videos for corner tips as I am that far but my foam, repuposed from other chair cushions doesn't have the poly batting, just a thin fabric layer. What is the negative from not having the poly batting around the foam?

    • @edwardmedina1236
      @edwardmedina1236 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Justin Shiffler - Justin I know this was two weeks ago so you may not need the information now. The batting just gives it a better finished look and feel.
      It all depends on the chair and what you are trying to do (and the foam, the type of fabric being used, etc). However, what the batting does is soften the lines and round out the top of the cushions in a smoother fashion (especially with thin fabric) and provide a small soft barrier between the person and the cushion.

    • @jennhoff03
      @jennhoff03 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It shows every little lump and bump and irregularity without the batting. The batting will just make sure it looks a little smoother and better finished. :)

  • @HsingSun
    @HsingSun 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why did you use wire cutter?

    • @OMGWTFLOLSMH
      @OMGWTFLOLSMH 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Needle nose pliers would be my go-to for that job.

  • @topraksaglam5200
    @topraksaglam5200 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, I am a sofa upholsterer.

  • @wildwestadventures3583
    @wildwestadventures3583 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Camera man zoomed out at the worst time. Really would have liked to see the corner of the chair up close while being finished.

  • @jennhoff03
    @jennhoff03 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear cameraman, we don't care what kind of hat he's wearing. We care how to do the upholstery corners! :)

  • @cluek9780
    @cluek9780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds like a Virginia accent-- or maybe Canadian?

  • @rudy2tute
    @rudy2tute 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ehh.

  • @cindyhodgdon2160
    @cindyhodgdon2160 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!

  • @jenniferr7440
    @jenniferr7440 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!