How to Reupholster a Stool — No Wrinkles!

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 EverSoft™ Indoor/Outdoor 54“ Vinyl Fabric - We used Teak SKU: 124475 (Smooth) or SKU: 122218
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