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I had my cushions restuffed (in Queens) and it was about $75 per cushion. I can't remember what the stuff was -foam w/ dacron something-or-other.

I need to have a Mid-century Danish sleeper sofa recovered for less than 1,000$ in Montreal. I know fabric choice is the many thing that affects price, but I'm also concerned about the job being done right. Any suggestions?

Oh no. I have my heart set on this very sofa. I tried it in the store and it seemed comfy. Did it put your back out, or do you just like a very cushy couch?

I love Economy Foam and Futon on 4th st in the Village. They do all my pillows, bench cushions, and covers. They have all densities of foam and feather and down. They may be cheaper than an upholsterer.

ChristineBadina: There's a place on St. Hubert (north of Jean-Talon a few blocks) on the west side of the street that does a beautiful job (judging from the great old/recovered pieces in their window). I'm not sure of the cost, but since they're in the fabric district you should have a lot of options.

If this sofa is real new, I would not jump to any conclusions. The cushions will soften. I would wait a few months before going the restuffing route.

Be careful what you wish for... cushier cushions may yield a look you find sloppy, and at odds with the lines of that couch.

By the way, the firmness is attributed to two things: the density of the foam core (assuming there is one) and the percentage of down which wraps it.

Cassis - I did end up going back to the store to ask about if the sofa will get cushier as it wears - and they did say it would - the one in-store is 1-yr old (with many more guests sitting on it)...Maybe I will wait a little while and see what happens - but it is good to know what my options are as far as re-stuffing. It IS a very nice-looking sofa otherwise.

I totally agree with both lightenup and Patrick.... hold off. If a couple years from now it's STILL to firm, then I'd look into it.

Ah ha! Then your solution is simple: just have more parties to soften the couch up sooner.

i could rent you my kids for a reasonable fee and they would break that couch in in no time.

I almost bought this sofa, but like you I found it to be uncomfortable. This isn't a couch to sink into, would be better in an office where people aren't expected to really lounge. I don't think it will soften much (the thought crossed my mind). It matched the Grant chair I ordered, but whattayagonnado. I plan to order the Cameron In Vista which is really soft & the loveseat is exactly the measurements I need. Of course Room and Board discontinued the swatch I picked and they don't let you supply your own fabric (major bummer), So I'm back to looking at swatches again (which aren't as nice). Good luck with the cushions...

Okay people... Is there any way to make it FIRMER?? I haven't found a small sofa that is firm enough for me. Any help?

I also bought the Loring, but got it in that nice blue velvet. I also thought it was too firm, but either my fat ass is working its magic or I'm getting used to it because it's really comfy a couple months out.

Not everybody wants a "sink in sofa" btw.

sleek--

Any way to make it firmer? Decrease the amount of down wrapping the cushion's core, and/or increase the density of the foam within the cushion.

Or buy a sofa that does not have loose cushion seating, but that is instead tautly upholstered.

For more immediate results, consider putting the cushions on the floor and jumping on them for a bit. It's not only fun, but effective... add some great music to add to the enjoyment (try to do this when your downstairs neighbors aren't home).
After a couple of times, you couch should be evenly broken in.

This also works really well for a feather couch to reshape the cushions.