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My upholsterer thinks that organic cotton batting will not hold up as well as dacron/polyester, especially in the back of the sofa. What are your thoughts on this? Is chemical field polyester my only option?

By Carla Pyle|2021-12-31T21:21:38+00:00March 14th, 2017|Working with an Upholsterer|

Organic cotton batting is a heavier batting which is meant to be used as a foundation material in upholstery, not as a replacement for dacron/polyester, [...]

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What is ‘ticking fabric’ and why do I need it?

By Carla Pyle|2021-01-09T18:10:47+00:00November 23rd, 2016|Natural Upholstery Materials, Working with an Upholsterer|

If you're wondering why the extra layer of ‘ticking fabric’ is recommended between the wool batting and outer upholstery fabric, the answer is two-fold: the [...]

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How is ‘ticking fabric’ used in natural upholstery?

By Carla Pyle|2022-06-20T14:15:32+00:00November 23rd, 2016|DIY Upholstery, Natural Upholstery Materials, Working with an Upholsterer|

There are two ways to apply the ticking fabric: cut the ticking fabric the same size as the outer upholstery fabric and apply them together [...]

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A local upholsterer told me he could use cotton batting instead of foam, which he has used for antique chairs. I am wondering what you think of cotton or wool as a padding without any foam?

By Carla Pyle|2018-05-02T13:41:14+00:00March 13th, 2017|Natural Upholstery Materials, Working with an Upholsterer|

Organic Cotton Batting works well as a foundation layer in upholstery, and is often the only padding used in antique chairs. It generally yields a firmer seat than [...]

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I have an upholster willing to make cushions for us using natural latex and GOTS certified fabric that we purchased. However, we don’t know what kind of glue can be used. The upholsterer has only used a conventional (probably toxic) spray glue, so I offered to do some research. What suggestions for glues do you have? Thank you!

By Carla Pyle|2017-03-14T07:22:24+00:00March 13th, 2017|Toxins in Furniture, Working with an Upholsterer|

If your upholsterer is using wool batting, there is no need for glue, since wool will stick naturally to the foam. You don’t need to [...]

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Do you provide upholstery services using natural upholstery materials?

By Carla Pyle|2020-02-19T16:45:55+00:00March 13th, 2017|Natural Upholstery Materials, Working with an Upholsterer|

As of February, 2020, I am still doing limited local upholstery work in SW Montana, and not accepting long-distance work. Please be advised of the [...]

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Do you make custom headboards or other furniture out of natural upholstery materials?

By Carla Pyle|2018-04-23T15:53:11+00:00March 14th, 2017|Working with an Upholsterer|

Sorry, we do not make custom furniture, but can provide support to help you get the right materials to take to your local upholsterer.

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My upholsterer thinks that organic cotton batting will not hold up as well as dacron/polyester, especially in the back of the sofa. What are your thoughts on this? Is chemical field polyester my only option?

What is ‘ticking fabric’ and why do I need it?

How is ‘ticking fabric’ used in natural upholstery?

A local upholsterer told me he could use cotton batting instead of foam, which he has used for antique chairs. I am wondering what you think of cotton or wool as a padding without any foam?

Do you provide upholstery services using natural upholstery materials?

Do you make custom headboards or other furniture out of natural upholstery materials?

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