Upholstery Calculator Guide

Everything you need to know to measure and order the perfect amount of upholstery fabric.

Choose Your Calculation Mode

Select the mode that best matches your upholstery project:

Fixed Upholstery

For permanent fabric application on furniture. Choose from pre-defined furniture types like sofas, armchairs, and dining chairs.

Loose Back & Seat Covers

For removable cushion covers with box construction. Requires measurements for seat and back cushions.

Loose Cushion Covers

For decorative throw pillows. Select standard sizes like 16x16 or 20x20 inches.

Fixed Upholstery

Furniture Type

Select the type of furniture you're upholstering. Our calculator uses industry-standard fabric requirements for each type:

Armchair (1 Seater)~6.5 meters

2 Seater Sofa~12 meters

3 Seater Sofa~16 meters

4 Seater Sofa~20 meters

L-Shape (3+Chaise)~22 meters

Dining Chair (Seat & Back)~2.5 meters

Dining Chair (Seat Only)~0.75 meters

Ottoman / Pouf~3 meters

Overall Width (Optional)

You can optionally provide the overall width of your furniture for reference. This helps verify that the selected furniture type matches your actual piece.
Example: A standard 3-seater sofa is typically 72-84 inches wide.

Loose Back & Seat Covers

How to Measure Box Cushions

For both seat and back cushions, you'll need three measurements:

Width: Measure from left to right across the cushion face.
Depth: Measure from front to back of the cushion.
Thickness (Height): Measure the height of the cushion's boxing/gusset.
Quantity: How many cushions of this size do you have?

Tip: Measure each cushion separately as they may vary slightly in size. Enter the largest measurements to ensure you have enough fabric.

Loose Cushion Covers (Throw Pillows)

Standard Pillow Sizes

Select from standard decorative pillow sizes. All measurements are in inches (square format).

12x12Small

14x14Small

16x16Medium

18x18Medium

20x20Large

24x24Extra Large

Quantity

Enter the number of cushions you need. The calculator will automatically compute the total fabric required.

Important Notes

Standard Fabric WidthAll calculations assume a standard upholstery fabric width of 54 inches (137cm).

Pattern MatchingIf your fabric has a large pattern repeat, you may need additional fabric. Consult with our team for patterned fabrics.

Allowances IncludedOur estimates include standard allowances for seams, waste, and pattern matching (approximately 30%).

Professional ConsultationFor complex projects or custom furniture, we recommend consulting with our upholstery experts for accurate measurements.