Sample Swatches Available
Visit Our Fabric Shop
Sitewide Sale
Shopping Cart
USE CODE
SAVE10
FOR 10% OFF

Seat Cushion Measuring Guide

How to Measure for Seat Cushions

How To Measure Your Chair Seat For Custom Seat Cushions

Use the following step-by-step measuring instructions to guide you through measuring your dining chairs, patio chairs or other seating types for new seat cushions. Most of our seat cushion styles require a width and depth measurement that can be adjusted in ½ inch increments, as well as a thickness measurement that is adjustable in 1 inch increments from 2 to 5 inches thick.

If you need instructions on how to measure for trapezoid shaped seat cushions, Click Here.
  • Thickness Measurement

    Step 1 - Seat Cushion Thickness

    We recommend selecting your cushion thickness first. Our seat cushions range in thickness from 2 to 6 inches, depending on the style and construction selected.

  • Width Measurement

    Step 2 - Seat Cushion Width

    The seat cushion width is measured from side to side as shown in the image on the left.

    Remember that you must measure the actual area of your furniture that you would like to be covered by the cushion, not an old seat cushion.

  • Depth Measurement

    Step 3 - Seat Cushion Depth

    The seat cushion depth is measured from front to back as shown in the image on the left.

Cushion Shape Specifications

  • Square Corners
    Squared
    All corners squared
  • Round Back Corners
    Rounded Back Corners
    Front corners squared
    Back corners have a 3″ radius
  • All Corners Rounded
    All Corners Rounded
    All corners have a radius of 3″
  • Rounded Back
    Rounded Back
    Front corners squared
    Back radius varies based on size
    (Half of width or half of depth, whichever is shorter)
  • Round
    Round
    Fully rounded
  • Trapezoid
    Trapezoid
    Corner angles vary based on size


Need Help Measuring?
If you have questions about measuring or need help with measuring your chairs for custom seat pads, our customer service agents are happy to help.
Contact Us
Measuring Tips
Required Measurements
  • Width
  • Depth
  • Thickness


Determine The Correct Thickness
If you are unsure what cushion thickness to select, you can easily determine the optimal cushion thickness for your seat frame by stacking a book or two on your chair seat to get a rough idea of how thick your cushion should be. If your chair frame has arm rests, make sure that the cushion is not too thick as this could result in the arms being too low for the person sitting on the seat.

Do Not Measure Old Cushions
Do not measure an existing or old seat pad to order a new cushion. Instead, measure the area of the furniture that you would like to be covered by the new cushion. Using measurements obtained from old cushions may result in new cushions that do not fit properly as cushions often change in size as the fabric becomes worn and stretches from use.

Use The Right Tools
For the most accurate results, we recommend using a rigid measuring tool such as a carpenter's tape measure or a measuring stick. Avoid using 'soft' measuring tools such as tailor's tape.

Round Your Measurements
Your width and depth measurements should be rounded up or rounded down to the nearest ½ inch as most dimensions on our site can be adjusted to a ½ inch prescision.