How to Reupholster a Stool — No Wrinkles!

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Published 2023-05-22

In this easy DIY video, we'll teach you how to add foam to a plain wooden barstool and upholster it with quality vinyl fabric. Our DIY method creates a beautiful topstitch along the top and bottom of the stool. Plus, our clever design eliminates those annoying wrinkles on the underside of the stool that have to be stretched and stapled flat. Let's get started on this easy upholstery DIY.

Intro - 0:00
Cutting Foam to Size - 0:51
Patterning Vinyl Fabric - 3:04
Sewing Boxing to Top - 6:38
Sewing Staple Flange to Assembly - 12:47
Adding Foam to Edge of Wooden Seat (Optional) - 16:36
Stapling Vinyl Fabric in Place 20:36
Materials & Tools List - 24:08

Materials List:
CushionRite™ Standard Antimicrobial Foam (Medium) - SKU: 124231 www.sailrite.com/CushionRite-Standard-Antimicrobia…
EverSoft™ Indoor/Outdoor 54" Vinyl Fabric - We used Teak SKU: 124475 (Smooth) or SKU: 122218 www.sailrite.com/Fabrics/Marine-Fabric/Marine-Upho…
V-69 or V-92 Thread from Sailrite www.sailrite.com/Notions/Threads/Thread-Size/V~69-…
Headliner Adhesive 13 oz. - SKU: 123288 www.sailrite.com/Headliner-Adhesive-13-oz
21 Gauge 3/8" (10mm) Staples 10,000/Box (Galvanized) - SKU: 8010GZ www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-21-Gauge-3-8-10mm-Staple…

Tools List:
Sailrite® Blade Foam Saw V2 with Carrying Case (110V) - SKU: 121244 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Blade-8-Foam-Cutter-with…
Sailrite® Foam Shaper - SKU: 123583 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Foam-Shaper
Scribe-All® Black Marking Pencil for Vinyl - SKU: 121977 www.sailrite.com/Scribe-All-Water-Soluble-Marking-…
Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" - SKU: 102400 www.sailrite.com/Clear-Acrylic-Ruler-6-x-24
Gingher® Scissors Right Hand Lightweight 8" - SKU: 101017 www.sailrite.com/Gingher-Scissors-Right-Hand-Light…
Sailrite® Canvas Patterning Ruler - SKU: 107040 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Canvas-Patterning-Ruler
Sailrite® Ultrafeed® LSZ Walking Foot Sewing Machine (100-230V) - SKU: 300600 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LSZ-Walking-Fo…
Magnetic Sewing Guide - SKU: 102983 www.sailrite.com/Magnetic-Sewing-Guide
Basic Thread Snips - SKU: 123222 www.sailrite.com/Basic-Thread-Snips
Sailrite® Ultrafeed® Industrial Sewing Table - SKU: 120934 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-Industrial-Sew…
Sailrite® Double-Sided Cutting Mat 36" x 24" Extra Large - SKU: 123113 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Double-Sided-Cutting-Mat…
Sailrite® Short Nose Upholstery Staple Gun - SKU: 121410 www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Short-Nose-Upholstery-St…
Marker, Razor Blade Knife

All Comments (21)

@angiecoers6255 6 months ago

I love the way you teach. Very informative and inspiring. Great Job!
@werkerfurn 8 months ago

Perfect instructions. Thank you!
@neva-surrender 4 months ago

Wow, I did not know the skill & precision that it took to do this, you can tell the years of experience you have is priceless
@Luna-cf3op 6 months ago

Very well demonstrated. Thank you.
@oldguy5381 8 months ago

I enjoyed your video, I have just started sewing odds and ends. I believe a vent hole in the wood could help the fabric from scratch.
@user-xg5vv7qe7k 8 months ago

I often need to slip covers over foam, and as you say, they can be a little stubborn. I use a very fine plastic similar to "Saran Wrap" to facilitate the process. The plastic is called "silk wrap" and is a big help. Your videos are excellent and have helped me with a wide variety of projects.
@MarioIArguello 7 months ago

Love your company, products and videos. 👍
@AishaStitt 9 months ago

Amazing content. I am going to go try this exact step on a circular ottoman
@ginnylawson8533 7 months ago

Wow! I am so excited to have found this video. I have four stools that were given to me, I wanted to make a cover for them. This video is perfect for what I want to do. Thank you so much!
@garygerard4290 11 months ago

I notice a new, relaxed attitude and mindset in your explanations. Great video, I've learnt plenty and really love my Sailrite machine.
@lisastreet8920 11 months ago

Great tip with the staple flange.
@Hedonistic100 3 months ago

Next level professionalism and great video production
@kellyhipkins5616 11 months ago

Your tutorials are just perfect. Thank you so much for sharing this
@Marietta30064 5 months ago

This was very informative and well done. Thank you!
@QueenChatty1 3 months ago

When ever I need help with a project Sailrite is the first place I come to. These videos have taught me so many excellent ways to accomplish the task at hand. Thank you so much for sharing all these wonderful videos. Best tutorials hands down!❤
@tonyha3827 11 months ago

That was great. It looks easy though it probably is not. You did a beautiful job tutorially. I think I will try this as a hobby this summer
@ddblairco 11 months ago

thank you, always great tips
@bltoth1955 7 months ago

Good vid. What’s the rule for using a wrap or batting?
@johnhartlen7668 11 months ago

Great video - thank you!
@HonestDoubter 3 months ago

I am going to do this for my leather shop. Going to look at one of those machines as well. Thank you.