Uploaded April 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
How to make a Modern Sofa
We have been working a few different DIY Modern Sofa projects because Sofas are often the most expensive piece of furniture in a house. Our end goal is to provide a collection of different DIY sofa projects in variety of different styles and sizes that are more affordable than Ikea. This DIY Couch project can be made with just 3 basic power tools and hairpin legs or if you have access to a welder and want to save a little money you can make your own legs out of steel rods and some 3/16th plate steel. For this Sofa project we show how to make your own cushions by sewing canvas covers for 3 inch thick foam. If you do not have a sewing machine we have produced several designs that have No-Sew cushions options.
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Links
I am working on getting the drawings up on HomeMade-Modern.com (please be patient)
RZmask
Check out RZmasks: rzmask.com and use the Promo code: HOMEMADE to get 15% off your first order!
Rust-oleum Spray paint Glossy white protective enamel
homedepot.com/p/Stops-Rust-24-oz-Turbo-Spray-System-Gloss-White-Spray-Paint-6-Pack-334133/305614268
Rust-oleum Rusty Metal Primer
homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Automotive-12-oz-Brown-Rusty-Metal-Primer-Spray-6-Pack-249330/204707129
Water-Based Polyurethane in crystal clear matte
homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Clear-Matte-Water-Based-Interior-Polyurethane-2-Pack-262074/305675694
Rust-oleum Spray Grip
homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Stops-Rust-Economy-Spray-Grip-Accessory-6-Pack-243546/202058596
Foam for Cushions
thefoamfactory.com
Cushion, Lux Foam - High Quality
Dimensions: 3" x 24" x 54" $40.12
Cushion, Lux Foam - High Quality
Dimensions: 3" x 16" x 54" $28.33
Duck Canvas for Cushion Covers:
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9.3 oz. Canvas Duck Aqua Sky
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9.3 oz Canvas Duck Fabric, Gray
Forney Welder
amzn.to/2DtyOEv
Ryobi Brushless Circular Saw
homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-18-Volt-ONE-Cordless-Brushless-7-1-4-in-Circular-Saw-Tool-Only-P508/301848641
L-Brackets:
homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-2-in-Zinc-Plated-Double-Wide-Corner-Brace-2-Pack-15051/202033994
DIY Hairpin Legs
3-Rod legs 10” in the front and 8” in the back
diyhairpinlegs.com/products/3-rod-hairpin-legs?variant=40614731469
How to make a Modern Sofa
We have been working a few different DIY Modern Sofa projects because Sofas are often the most expensive piece of furniture in a house. Our end goal is to provide a collection of different DIY sofa projects in variety of different styles and sizes that are more affordable than Ikea. This DIY Couch project can be made with just 3 basic power tools and hairpin legs or if you have access to a welder and want to save a little money you can make your own legs out of steel rods and some 3/16th plate steel. For this Sofa project we show how to make your own cushions by sewing canvas covers for 3 inch thick foam. If you do not have a sewing machine we have produced several designs that have No-Sew cushions options.
Save 5% of HVAC Filters when you sign up for a subscription with Filter Buy: bit.ly/homemademodern-filterbuy
This video is sponsored by FilterBuy
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/benjaminuyeda
Links
I am working on getting the drawings up on HomeMade-Modern.com (please be patient)
RZmask
Check out RZmasks: rzmask.com and use the Promo code: HOMEMADE to get 15% off your first order!
Rust-oleum Spray paint Glossy white protective enamel
homedepot.com/p/Stops-Rust-24-oz-Turbo-Spray-System-Gloss-White-Spray-Paint-6-Pack-334133/305614268
Rust-oleum Rusty Metal Primer
homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Automotive-12-oz-Brown-Rusty-Metal-Primer-Spray-6-Pack-249330/204707129
Water-Based Polyurethane in crystal clear matte
homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Clear-Matte-Water-Based-Interior-Polyurethane-2-Pack-262074/305675694
Rust-oleum Spray Grip
homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Stops-Rust-Economy-Spray-Grip-Accessory-6-Pack-243546/202058596
Foam for Cushions
thefoamfactory.com
Cushion, Lux Foam - High Quality
Dimensions: 3" x 24" x 54" $40.12
Cushion, Lux Foam - High Quality
Dimensions: 3" x 16" x 54" $28.33
Duck Canvas for Cushion Covers:
amzn.to/2XxACnp
9.3 oz. Canvas Duck Aqua Sky
amzn.to/2VnwkS0
9.3 oz Canvas Duck Fabric, Gray
Forney Welder
amzn.to/2DtyOEv
Ryobi Brushless Circular Saw
homedepot.com/p/RYOBI-18-Volt-ONE-Cordless-Brushless-7-1-4-in-Circular-Saw-Tool-Only-P508/301848641
L-Brackets:
homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-2-in-Zinc-Plated-Double-Wide-Corner-Brace-2-Pack-15051/202033994
DIY Hairpin Legs
3-Rod legs 10” in the front and 8” in the back
diyhairpinlegs.com/products/3-rod-hairpin-legs?variant=40614731469
