Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to reupholster a wingback chair! In this detailed tutorial, we guide you through the entire process of transforming an old wingback chair with fresh fabric. From removing the old upholstery to attaching new fabric and adding finishing touches, this step-by-step video covers essential techniques, tools, and tips for a professional-looking result. Perfect for DIY enthusiasts and furniture restoration lovers!

Watch the T-Cushion Tutorial: youtu.be/WbFM5CK7voQ

Assessing and Prepping the Chair – 1:21
Removing Old Fabric – 2:19
Cutting New Fabric – 10:08
Sewing the Decking Fabric 17:08
Attaching the Decking Layer – 20:44
Creating a Pattern for the Arm – 39:02
Crafting and Sewing Piping – 45:12
Securing Fabric to the Arm – 49:11
Upholstering the Inside Backrest – 1:17:21
Upholstering the Inside Wing Panels – 1:22:23
Applying Fabric to the Outside Wing – 1:30:51
Fastening the Seat Back Fabric – 1:45:21
Adding Piping and Installing the Dust Cover – 1:51:33

Materials List:
Upholstery Tack Strips sailrite.com/Upholstery-Tack-Strips-27-5-Pack?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Flexible Metal Tack Strip sailrite.com/Flexible-Metal-Tack-Strip-Medium-Duty?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
CushionRite® Cotton Upholstery Batting sailrite.com/CushionRite-Cotton-Batting-27?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Decore & Upholstery Fabric we used Outdura® Geo Nautical and Coastline Sterling Upholstery Fabric - sailrite.com/shop/fabric/indoor-fabric/decor-upholstery-fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Upholstery Decking Tan Fabric sailrite.com/Upholstery-Decking-Tan-67-Fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
CushionRite® Polyester Batting sailrite.com/Batting-83-Thick-55-Wide?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
5-Ply Waxed Flat Polyester Twine 1 oz. sailrite.com/5-Ply-Waxed-Polyester-Twine-1-oz?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
21 Gauge 3/8" (10mm) Staples (Galvanized) sailrite.com/Sailrite-21-Gauge-3-8-10mm-Staples-10-000-Box-Galvanized?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Foam Piping 5/32" sailrite.com/Piping-Cord-5-32?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Plastic Upholstery Tack Strip 1/2" sailrite.com/Plastic-Upholstery-Tack-Strip-1-2?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Hot Melt Acrylic Glue Stick sailrite.com/Glue-Sticks-Hot-Melt-Acrylic?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Furniture Lining & Dust Cover Fabric sailrite.com/Furniture-Lining-Dust-Cover-62-Fabric?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair

Tools List:
Staple Lifter sailrite.com/Staple-Lifter?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Kai Stainless Steel Bent Handle 9" Scissors sailrite.com/Stainless-Steel-9-Bent-Handle-Scissors?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Staple Remover sailrite.com/Staple-Remover?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Sailrite® Clear Acrylic Ruler 6" x 24" sailrite.com/Clear-Acrylic-Ruler-6-x-24?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Sailrite® Edge Cordless Hotknife 18V Package sailrite.com/Sailrite-Edge-Cordless-Hotknife-18V-Package?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Precision Cutting Blade & Foot for Edge Hotknife sailrite.com/Precision-Cutting-Blade-Foot-for-Hotknives?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Ultrafeed® LSZ Walking Foot Sewing Machine (110V) sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LSZ-Walking-Foot-Sewing-Machine-110V?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Ultrafeed® Industrial Sewing Table sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-Industrial-Sewing-Table?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
CushionRite® Spray Adhesive 16.9 oz. sailrite.com/CushionRite-Foam-Fabric-Spray-Adhesive?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Assorted Curved Upholstery Needles sailrite.com/4-Assorted-Curved-Hand-Sewing-Needles?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Sailrite® Long Nose Upholstery Staple Gun sailrite.com/Sailrite-Long-Nose-Upholstery-Staple-Gun?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
12" Upholstery Regulator sailrite.com/12-Upholstery-Regulator-5-Gauge-Shaft?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Dura-Skrim® Patterning Material sailrite.com/Dura-Skrim-2-Patterning-Material-74?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Magnetic Tack Hammer sailrite.com/Magnetic-Tack-Hammer?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Fabric Edge Match Pliers sailrite.com/Fabric-Edge-Match-Pliers?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
T Pins 2" Long sailrite.com/T-Pins-2-Long-Box-of-364?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Bakelite Mallet 13 oz. sailrite.com/Sailrite-Bakelite-Mallet-13-oz?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair
Surebonder® HE-750 Professional Glue Gun sailrite.com/Surebonder-HE-750-Professional-High-Temp-Glue-Gun?utm_source=DIY&utm_medium=Wchair