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

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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  • @darleneb3694
    @darleneb36942 күн бұрын

    Thank you, crazy skills you have. You make it look so easy, I'm sure it will take more than 15 minutes for me to staple it down and get the corners right!😂

  • @philgray1023
    @philgray1023 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @samuelmurphy
    @samuelmurphy2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @nicwright2932
    @nicwright29324 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @hardwarehenrietta5099
    @hardwarehenrietta50995 жыл бұрын

    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

    2 жыл бұрын

    Chair seats, are what apprentices start out on.

  • @anitalloydjones3738
    @anitalloydjones37382 жыл бұрын

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

  • @nonathomas6087
    @nonathomas60879 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @starfire8314
    @starfire83144 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @LKeenan
    @LKeenan6 жыл бұрын

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

  • @theinvisiblebrain
    @theinvisiblebrain4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @joebaker44
    @joebaker448 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @enchantedwooddesignz3607
    @enchantedwooddesignz36079 жыл бұрын

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

  • @oddsandendsofstuff
    @oddsandendsofstuff5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @heathermclean5233
    @heathermclean52339 жыл бұрын

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

  • @paulatruman7218
    @paulatruman72186 жыл бұрын

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

  • @oliviakassis3600
    @oliviakassis36002 жыл бұрын

    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 !

  • @tomstuart2652
    @tomstuart26522 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @reneleon8593
    @reneleon8593 Жыл бұрын

    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

  • @PrincipalScratcher1
    @PrincipalScratcher17 жыл бұрын

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

  • @DougHidalgo
    @DougHidalgo6 жыл бұрын

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

  • @davidmaggio612

    @davidmaggio612

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @sheilajones4491
    @sheilajones44913 жыл бұрын

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

  • @colinthomson1002
    @colinthomson10026 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant video,makes it look simple!

  • @ntong4952
    @ntong49525 жыл бұрын

    I like you care the details! Love it!

  • @agshplc
    @agshplc7 жыл бұрын

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

  • @rebeccapando6801
    @rebeccapando68013 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your expertise!

  • @wceager
    @wceager2 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @francesca222australy
    @francesca222australy2 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @rosecintronallen8811
    @rosecintronallen88119 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @editherman.2555
    @editherman.25552 жыл бұрын

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

  • @vladdan4390
    @vladdan43907 жыл бұрын

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

  • @miccastorm
    @miccastorm9 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much I found this so so helpful!

  • @jamestongas3554
    @jamestongas35542 жыл бұрын

    Great explanation! Concise into the point. 👍

  • @dodgygeezah4707
    @dodgygeezah47073 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Barry. Exactly what I was looking for =)

  • @MsHeathenly
    @MsHeathenly8 жыл бұрын

    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!

  • @starrystarrynight9822
    @starrystarrynight9822 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Very good, clear video!

  • @pamzulauf8218
    @pamzulauf82183 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ChandlerCor
    @ChandlerCor3 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video

  • @rosewildbill6368
    @rosewildbill63684 жыл бұрын

    thanks for sharing your expertise with us ...

  • @BrentnHendry
    @BrentnHendry2 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful video. So helpful

  • @1970brenz
    @1970brenz7 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Nicothetiger3140
    @Nicothetiger31403 жыл бұрын

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

  • @montrealstars60
    @montrealstars606 жыл бұрын

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

  • @DavidRice111
    @DavidRice1117 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ukdodger
    @ukdodger6 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant. Thanks very much.

  • @teresaluna1936
    @teresaluna19368 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Barry!

  • @roadrunner123
    @roadrunner1233 жыл бұрын

    Great shop!

  • @cindyweyman1878
    @cindyweyman18786 жыл бұрын

    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. :)

  • @Bling_bling124
    @Bling_bling124 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @bjsmoker
    @bjsmoker3 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @melissabarron1574
    @melissabarron15744 жыл бұрын

    Thank you great video!

  • @246trixie
    @246trixie4 жыл бұрын

    Lovely, thankyou!

  • @Ecuaman77Ord
    @Ecuaman77Ord6 жыл бұрын

    Nice job thank you

  • @lisawagner256
    @lisawagner2564 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @marrietrueman3080
    @marrietrueman30802 жыл бұрын

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

  • @anthonycontrino5592
    @anthonycontrino55922 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @Solaristist
    @Solaristist9 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Very useful.

  • @omegalgo297
    @omegalgo2975 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!!!

  • @scottavery7215
    @scottavery72156 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

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

  • @stephenbaker1060
    @stephenbaker10605 жыл бұрын

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

  • @dnguyen2708
    @dnguyen27082 жыл бұрын

    love it

  • @samuelpuckett7954
    @samuelpuckett7954 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @annieterniak1799
    @annieterniak17992 жыл бұрын

    Very good.

  • @timd567
    @timd5673 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @randysmith4344
    @randysmith43443 жыл бұрын

    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
    @mjp51292 жыл бұрын

    Look real good

  • @patmalan3902
    @patmalan39026 жыл бұрын

    What differences when using 2 inch foam?

  • @anniehgower
    @anniehgower Жыл бұрын

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

  • @246trixie
    @246trixie4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @RoyalMajestyCreators
    @RoyalMajestyCreators9 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

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

  • @glennkrzeminski7539
    @glennkrzeminski75392 жыл бұрын

    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?

  • @paulagiles7083
    @paulagiles70837 жыл бұрын

    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

  • @rlgman
    @rlgman3 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @tserevenad
    @tserevenad5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @davegoggings7073

    @davegoggings7073

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @michaelbrisson1305
    @michaelbrisson13056 жыл бұрын

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

  • @SaltyAlaskan79
    @SaltyAlaskan799 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Vinniegret

    @Vinniegret

    5 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Vinniegret
    @Vinniegret5 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

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

  • @donnaalexander7763
    @donnaalexander77637 жыл бұрын

    Can you recommend a good electric staple gun pease?

  • @cluek9780

    @cluek9780

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @NiceAnonymous
    @NiceAnonymous6 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

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

  • @jayeli6402
    @jayeli6402 Жыл бұрын

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

  • @nicecutie
    @nicecutie2 жыл бұрын

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

  • @Mochi88981
    @Mochi889812 жыл бұрын

    Can I use all purpose glue instead?

  • @elizabethmcdonald8030
    @elizabethmcdonald80303 жыл бұрын

    What is the best stapler

  • @kenpappas9520
    @kenpappas95202 жыл бұрын

    How thick is that foam?

  • @ukdodger
    @ukdodger6 жыл бұрын

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

  • @ilvsurfin
    @ilvsurfin6 жыл бұрын

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

  • @davegoggings7073

    @davegoggings7073

    4 жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @Bobster986
    @Bobster9865 жыл бұрын

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

  • @davegoggings7073

    @davegoggings7073

    4 жыл бұрын

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

  • @JnJShiffler
    @JnJShiffler8 жыл бұрын

    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 жыл бұрын

    +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 жыл бұрын

    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
    @HsingSun6 жыл бұрын

    Why did you use wire cutter?

  • @OMGWTFLOLSMH

    @OMGWTFLOLSMH

    3 жыл бұрын

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

  • @shelleymason1170
    @shelleymason11708 ай бұрын

    can i use a staple gun

  • @jennhoff03
    @jennhoff036 жыл бұрын

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

  • @wildwestadventures3583
    @wildwestadventures35832 жыл бұрын

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

  • @topraksaglam5200
    @topraksaglam5200 Жыл бұрын

    Hello, I am a sofa upholsterer.

  • @discovertree55
    @discovertree55 Жыл бұрын

    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.

  • @cluek9780
    @cluek97803 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like a Virginia accent-- or maybe Canadian?

  • @rudy2tute
    @rudy2tute3 жыл бұрын

    ehh.

  • @cindyhodgdon2160
    @cindyhodgdon21609 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @jenniferr7440
    @jenniferr74404 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!