Does anyone know about sofa's ?

Wolfhound

Hi, I have a really good sofa, it cost a lot of money but the rubber slats have gone. I can't afford to replace it right now. I feel as if i'm sitting in a hole :rotfl:

I've googled it and some DIY sites say you could fix it yourself.
I'm scared I might make a mess of it.

Has anyone else tried to fix it themselves or should I leave it
to the experts ?

Any ideas how much it would cost ?

Thanks, Wolfie.

Eenymeeny

Hi Wolfie,
I used to sell furniture so hope that I can help. When you say rubber slats I presume that you are talking about a wooden frame with stretched rubber straps, like a Parker knoll or Ercol type cottage suite? Replacement straps should be available from your local upholsterer. (Sometimes local markets are worth a try, think of someone who would sell foam inserts etc.) I know you said that it's good sofa but I remember my Dad putting pieces of plywood under the cushions on their Ercol chairs as a temporary measure...they're still there as they realised that they prefered a firmer seat! HTH:)

ormus

you can buy them on ebay for example.
they are easy enough to fit, although a bit tricky as they are so strong to stretch.