Yardage Chart for New York Upholstery, Re-Upholstery, Custom Slipcovers and More (2023)

Below please find the Bettertex Yardage chart. This page can be used to estimate the amount of yards required for any custom project that deals with fabric. This includes Upholstery, Drapery, Pillows/Cushions, Roman Shades, and Bedding.

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UPHOLSTERY

Upholstery Yardage Estimator

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Upholstered Cushions

Cushions Without Pattern Match With Pattern Match
Up to 26" wide 2 Yards Each 2 1/2 Yards Each
27" to 52" wide 3 1/2 Yards Each 5 1/2 Yards Each
53" to 100" wide 5 1/2 Yards Each 7 1/2 Yards Each

Upholstered Pillows (with self welt)

Size Without Pattern Match With Pattern Match
Up to 18" wide 1 Yard Each 1 1/2 Yards Each
18" to 24" wide 1 1/2 Yards Each 2 1/2 Yards Each
25" to 36" wide 2 1/2 Yards Each 3 1/2 Yards Each
37" to 46" wide 3 Yards Each 4 Yards Each

Slipcovers for Upholstered Furniture

54" Wide Fabric - Solid

Furniture Type Without Pattern Match With Pattern Match
Ottoman (up to 29" wide) 3 1/2 Yards 4 1/2 Yards
Ottoman (between 30" and 45" wide) 4 1/2 Yards 5 1/2 Yards
Round Ottoman 6 Yards 7 Yards
Parson Chair 4 1/2 Yards 5 Yards
Dining Chair with Arms (no loose cushion) 5 1/2 Yards 6 Yards
No Cushion or 1 Cushion Chair 7 Yards 8 Yards
2 Cushion Chair (up to 35" wide) 8 Yards 9 Yards
2 Cushion Chair (36" to 46" wide) 10 Yards 12 Yards
2 Cushion Love Seat (47" to 60" wide) 13 Yards 15 Yards
4 Cushion Love Seat (47" to 60" wide) 14 Yards 16 Yards
2 Cushion Sofa (61" to 85" wide) 14 Yards 16 Yards
3 Cushion Sofa (61" to 85" wide) 15 Yards 17 Yards
4 Cushion Sofa (61" to 85" wide) 16 Yards 18 Yards
5 Cushion Sofa (61" to 85" wide) 17 Yards 19 Yards
6 Cushion Sofa (61" to 85" wide) 18 Yards 20 Yards
6 Cushion Sofa (86" +) 20 Yards 22 Yards
1 Arm Sectional Small (nonsymmetrical, up to 46" wide and 1 to 3 loose cushions) 8 Yards 10 Yards
1 Arm Sectional Large - (nonsymmetrical, up to 80" wide and 4 to 6 loose cushions) 15 Yards 17 Yards
Center Sectional Small (up to 36" wide and 1 to 2 loose cushions) 8 Yards 10 Yards
Center Sectional Large (up to 60" wide and 4 loose cushions) 12 Yards 14 Yards

Slipcovers are fitted protective covers made of fabric that may be slipped on and off of upholstered furniture. Slipcovers can fit loosely or snuggly depending on your taste.

How to Measure for Slipcovers

Size & Fit for Standard Chair, Loveseat and Sofa Slipcovers (Regular Seat Cushions)

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Chair Oversized Chair Loveseat Sofa
Step 1:
Measure furniture outside arm to outside arm.
32 - 43" 48 - 55" 58 - 73" 74 - 96"
Step 2:
Measure the maximum seat cushion width from the outside front of the furniture.
34"
MAX
36"
MAX
59"
MAX
86"
MAX
Step 3:
Measure the maximum seat cushion depth from the back of the seat cushion to the front of the seat.
28"
MAX
28"
MAX
28"
MAX
28"
MAX
Step 4:
Measure the maximum body width from the outside edge of the right arm, around the back of furniture to the outside edge of the left arm.
116"
MAX
134"
MAX
140"
MAX
168"
MAX
Step 5:
Measure the contour length from the back of the seat cushion, going over the top of the furniture back and down to the floor.
64"
MAX
70"
MAX
64"
MAX
64"
MAX

Some Reminders

  • Yardage amounts are based on solid, 54" wide upholstery fabric. Extra yardage may be required to match patterns.
  • If you are using printed fabric add 25% to the yardage.
  • We offer this information to accommodate our customers. We are not responsible for discrepancies in yardage.

DRAPERY

An important part of any decorative project is the drapery fabric you choose. Beyond simply selecting the right print and coordinating colors, decorating with drapery fabrics also entails purchasing the correct yardage. Failure to do so can stunt a project before it gets off the ground.

The following charts offer some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific window treatments. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible drapery project, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric. Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the retail fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send us your inquiries to info@bettertex.com.

Balloon Shades

Balloon Shades – 63" long window

Single WindowDouble Window
Functional7 Yards10 Yards
Stationary4 Yards7 Yards

Balloon shades, like Roman shades, are composed of a fabric body that gathers up to the top of a window to create soft, billowing folds.Soft, lightweight fabrics should be chosen for balloon shades. Balloon shades should also be lined with a light material, but not with interlining. Balloon shades are intended to be light and airy.

(Video) How to calculate yardage for a slipcover.

Roman Shades

Roman Shades – 63” long window

  • Single Window - 2 ½ Yards
  • Double Window - 5 Yards

There are two types of Roman shades: classic and flat. Classic Roman shades have overlapping folds when lowered, while flat Roman shades have no folds when lowered. Roman shades should be made out of full bodied fabric.

Swags and Cascades

Single & Double Window - 3 ½ - 7 Yards, 1 ½ Yards per additional swag

A swag is a one-piece valance which is cut longer on either end so that it frames the entire top half of the window. Swags are usually hung over rods.

Swags should be done out of fabric that has body but is soft. Anything too crisp or stiff, such as chintz, is not a good choice.Cascades are folded pieces of fabric that fall from the top of the drapery heading to create a zigzag effect.

Drapery Panels

Drapery panels up to 96” long with basic 36” window

Single WindowDouble WindowTriple Window
SolidPrintSolidPrintSolidPrint
Functional9 Yards12 Yards13 Yards19 Yards18 Yards21 Yards
Stationary7 Yards9 Yards10 Yards13 Yards12 Yards15 Yards

Table Skirts & Shower Curtains

Table SizeSolid (54”)Print (54”)Trim
20” x 30”4 Yards5 ½ Yards5 ½ Yards
30” x 30”6 Yards7 ½ Yards7 ½ Yards
36” x 30”6 ½ Yards8 Yards9 Yards
48” x 30”9 Yards11 ¼ Yards10 Yards
54” x 30”9 Yards1 ¼ Yards10 ½ Yards
60” x 30”10 Yards12 ½ Yards11 Yards
Standard Shower Curtain – 5 to 6 Yards
Shower Valance – 3 Yards

Standard Tablecloth and Napkin Sizes

The following standard tablecloth and napkin sizes are intended to expedite your fabric projects by giving you the approximate dimensions of most tablecloths and napkins. Actual sizes may vary, so this guide does not eliminate the need to take measurements of your tables before purchasing fabric.

Round Tablecloths

Total Diameter 48" Wide Fabric 54" Wide Fabric Trim
50" 3 Yards 1 1/2 Yards 4 1/2 Yards
56" 3 1/4 Yards 3 1/4 Yards 5 Yards
68" 4 Yards 4 Yards 6 Yards
74" 4 1/4 Yards 4 1/4 Yards 6 1/2 Yards
80" 4 1/2 Yards 4 1/2 Yards 7 Yards
86" 5 Yards 5 Yards 7 1/2 Yards
92" 5 1/4 Yards 5 1/4 Yards 8 Yards
96" 8 Yards 5 1/2 Yards 8 1/2 Yards
108" 9 Yards 6 Yards 9 1/2 Yards
114" 9 1/2 Yards 9 1/2 Yards 10 Yards
120" 10 Yards 10 Yards 10 1/2 Yards
126" 10 1/2 Yards 10 1/2 Yards 11 Yards
132" 11 Yards 11 Yards 11 1/2 Yards

Tablecloths

  • 52" x 52"
  • 52" x 70"
  • 60" x 84"
  • 60" x 102"
  • 60" x 120"
  • 60" x 144"
  • 70" Round
  • 90" Round

Napkins

  • Dinner - 16" Square
  • Luncheon - 14" Square
  • Cocktail - 12" Square

How to Measure Your Windows

To avoid the pitfalls of purchasing too little or too much fabric, the following guide indicates the measurements you will need to take to get your window treatment project started off right.

You will need to measure:

  • The window width including the frame
  • The length from the top of the frame to the top of the sill
  • Inside width
  • Inside length
  • The distance from top the of the frame to the ceiling
  • The distance from the bottom of the apron* to the floor
  • The distance from the right side of the frame to the wall
  • The distance from the left side of the frame to the wall
  • The length from the top of the frame to the floor
  • The length from the ceiling to the floor
  • The width of the frame

These measurements will allow you to determine more exactly how many yards of fabric are required for your window treatment project.

*The apron is the decorative molding beneath the window sill.

(Video) Determining Yardage

DRAPERY STYLES

Are you at a loss as to what you can do with your windows? The seemingly endless window treatment possibilities can be overwhelming. However, it doesn't have to be that way. The following images are meant to give you some ideas that you can consider when trying to decide how to decorate your windows.

Balloon and Roman Shades

Balloon shades, like Roman shades, are composed of a fabric body that gathers up to the top of a window to create soft, billowing folds. Soft, lightweight fabrics should be chosen for balloon shades. Balloon shades should also be lined with a light material, but not with interlining. Balloon shades are intended to be light and airy.

There are two types of Roman shades: classic and flat. Classic Roman shades have overlapping folds when lowered, while flat Roman shades have no folds when lowered. Roman shades should be made out of full bodied fabric. As you will be able to see with the following examples, there is some variety among the two types of Roman shades.

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Valances - Board Mounted

Valances are short draperies that hang along the top part of a window, with or without a curtain underneath. It can also be made of wood or metal that is painted or covered with fabric. Valances are meant tocover the top of the window as well as the supporting hardware. Valances are typically no longer than 20".

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Valances - Rod Pockets

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Valances - Pleated

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Valances - Tab Top

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Swags

A swag is a one-piece valance which is cut longer on either end so that it frames the entire top half of the window. Swags are usually hung over rods. Swags should be done out of fabric that has body but is soft. Anything too crisp or stiff, such as chintz, is not a good choice.

(Video) How To Calculate Slipcover Fabric Yardage

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Draperies

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BEDDING

Fabric for bedding is often overlooked because of a lack of variety or because of the expense associated with department store prices. However, Bettertex carries an extensive selection of fabrics that are appropriate for bedding. These are designer fabrics at discount prices that are ideal for bedspreads, pillow covers, sheets, blankets, duvets, dust ruffles and so on.

The following charts offer some estimates on how many yards you may need for specific bedding projects. These charts are not intended to exhaustively treat every possible bedding project, but rather to give approximate yardages for some of the most common. Furthermore, as these charts are guidelines and not definitive statements, they do not eliminate the need for you to make exact measurements before purchasing fabric. Some members of our staff have over 40 years experience in the fabric industry, so if these charts do not satisfactorily clarify your questions feel free to send us your inquiries to info@bettertex.com.

Bedspreads

Custom Bedspreads - 54" Fabric (per side)

SizeSolid/PrintQuilted Bedspreads - Solid
Twin6 Yards/8 Yards10 Yards
Full6 Yards/8 Yards10 Yards
Queen10 Yards/12 Yards14 Yards
King10 Yards/12 Yards14 Yards

Bedspreads cover the entire bed by folding over the bed pillows and hanging all the way to the floor on a standard bed. Standard beds have a drop of 21" from the top of the bed to the floor and 14" from the top of the box spring to the floor. If a bed is higher than a standard, a longer dust ruffle can be added to finish the look of the ensemble. Bedspreads tend to be not quite as thick and fluffy as comforters.

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Coverlets

Coverlets are similar to comforters in that they cover the top of the bed only. Coverlets do not cover the bed pillows and do not hang to the floor, most often they are used in conjunction with a dust ruffle and shams. Lightweight like a quilt, coverlets are used in warm climates in the summer usually instead of a comforter or bedspread.

Custom Coverlets (per side)

SizeSolid - 54"Print - 54"
Twin5 Yards6 1/2 Yards
Full6 Yards8 1/2 Yards
Queen6 Yards8 1/2 Yards
King9 Yards12 Yards

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Comforters

Comforters cover the mattress, but not the box spring. Comforters are fluffier, heavier and warmer than bedspreads or coverlets because the top and bottom fabrics are quilted together with batting in the middle. Most often, a comforter is used with a dust ruffle to decoratively cover the box spring and hang to the floor. Since a comforter is not long enough to cover the bed pillows, many people use shams.

Quilted Comforters - Solid, 54" Fabrics

SizeComforters
Twin8 Yards
Full8 Yards
Queen8 Yards
King12 Yards

Duvet Covers

Duvet covers are used to decorate and protect down filled comforters and blankets. They work like giant pillow cases and usually have a button or tie enclosure at one end.

Duvets (per side)

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SizeSolid/Print - 54"
Twin5 Yards/5 Yards
Full6 Yards/6 Yards
Queen6 Yards/6 Yards
King9 Yards/9 Yards

Pillow Shams

Shams are decorative pillow covers. Usually ruffled or flanged, shams are used as extra pillows on beds to hide the bed pillows and coordinate with the outer bed covering such as bedspreads or comforters.

Pillows that are described as flanged include a decorative band of fabric around the pillow that is straighter, or more tailored, than a ruffled pillow.

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Flanged Pillow Sham Cutting Chart

Pillow Size Dimensions Cut Size of Fabric
Standard 20" x 26" 27" x 72"
Queen 20" x 30" 27" x 80"
King 20" x 36" 27" x 92"
Sham Type Yardage
Knife Edged 1 1/2 Yards
Corded 1 1/2 Yards for body, 1/2 Yard for cord
Shirred Corded 1 1/2 Yards for body, 1 1/2 Yards for cord
Ruffled 1 1/2 Yards for body, 1 1/2 Yards for ruffle
Double Ruffled 1 1/2 Yards for body, 1 1/2 Yards for first ruffle, 2 Yards for second ruffle
Flanged (tailored) 2 Yards
Contrasting Flange (tailored) 2 Yards for body, 1 Yard for contrasting flange
Jumbo Knotted Corners 1 1/2 Yards for body, 1 1/2 Yards for cord

Bed Skirts

A dust ruffle, or bed skirt, is used when the box spring of the bed is visible or when the top of the bed cover, like a bedspread or comforter, does not extend all the way to the floor. Dust ruffles fit under the mattress and on top of the box spring and reach the floor. Typical beds need a 14" dust ruffle, but higher beds could require an 18" or 22" dust ruffle. Many four-poster beds require a 22" dust ruffle. To measure for a dust ruffle, measure from the top of the box spring to the floor. If a bed measures 17" for a dust ruffle, an 18" dust ruffle can be pinned to fit exactly. Most dust ruffles are either ruffled or tailored.

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Custom Dust Ruffles - 14"-17" Drop, Solid/Print - 54"

Size Tailored Shirred Box Pleated
Twin 3 1/2 Yards / 4 Yards 6 1/2 Yards / 8 Yards 5 Yards / 6 Yards
Full 4 1/2 Yards / 5 Yards 7 Yards / 9 Yards 6 Yards / 6 Yards
Queen 5 Yards / 5 Yards 10 Yards / 12 Yards 6 Yards / 7 Yards
King 6 Yards / 6 Yards 12 Yards / 14 Yards 6 1/2 Yards / 7 Yards

Custom Dust Ruffles - 17"-27" Drop, Solid/Print - 54"

Size Tailored Shirred Box Pleated
Twin 4 Yards 8 Yards 6 Yards
Full 5 Yards 9 Yards 6 Yards
Queen 5 Yards 10 Yards 7 Yards
King 6 Yards 12 Yards 7 Yards

The term drop usually refers to the distance from the top of the bed to the floor or the distance from the top of the box spring to the floor. The drop measurement is important when considering a bedspread to ensure that it reaches the floor. Standard drop from the top of the bed to the floor is 21". The drop measurement is also important for comforters and coverlets when choosing a dust ruffle. The drop on the dust ruffle is measured from the top of the box spring to the floor. Standard drop on a dust ruffle is 14" and most comforter sets include a dust ruffle with a 14" drop. If the drop on a bed is higher than 14", then a longer dust ruffle can be layered underneath to drop all the way to the floor.

Shirred refers to fabric which is gathered to make decorative folds.

A box pleat refers to two folds of fabric brought together to form a pleat.

Headboard

A headboard is a vertical board or panel forming the head of a bedstead. Heavier upholstery fabrics such as chenille and tweed can be used to cover headboards. Tapestry fabric can also be used for this purpose.

The amounts above are for the front side of the headboard. To upholster both side simply double the yardage. The yardage amount is based on solid, 54" wide fabric. Extra yardage may be required to match patterns.

Upholstered Headboard - Gathered Border
Twin 3 1/2 Yards
Full 5 1/2 Yards
Queen 6 Yards
King 6 1/2 Yards

Standard Bedding Sizes

The following standard bedding sizes are intended to expedite the process of measuring by giving you the approximate dimensions of most bedding. Actual sizes may vary, so this guide does not eliminate the need to take measurements of your bedding before purchasing fabric.

TypeStandard MattressBedspreadComforter/ QuiltDust Ruffle
Crib 27" x 52" 36" x 60"
Day Bed 39" x 75" 69" x 90"
Twin 39" x 75" 81" x 110" 69" x 90" 57" x 89"
Full 54" x 75" 96" x 110" 84" x 90" 90" x 110"
Queen 60" x 80" 102" x 115" 90" x 95" 102" x 115"
Dual/King 76" x 80" 120" x 115" 106" x 98" 120" x 115"
California King 72" x 84" 120" x 115" 106" x 98" 100" x 98"
Crib Bumper Pads
Bumper Pad Size Yardage
28" x 52" x 10"H 4 Yards
The bedspread sizes account for the standard drop of 21". The dust ruffle sizes account for the standard drop of 14".

How to Measure for Bedding

To avoid the pitfalls of purchasing too little or too much fabric, the following guide indicates the measurements you will need to take to get your bedding project started off right.

You will need to measure:

  • The width of the mattress
  • The length of the mattress
  • The drop from the top of the mattress to the floor
  • The drop from the top of the box spring to the floor
  • The drop from the mattress to the top of the box spring

These measurements will allow you to determine more exactly how many yards of fabric are required for your bedding project.

(Video) Method Share - CALCULATING YARDAGE FOR BOX CUSHIONS

FAQs

How many yards of fabric do I need to slipcover a chair? ›

Yardage Estimates
Upholstered Furniture
Club Chairs: 6 – 8 yardsClub Chairs with Ottomans: 8 – 9 yardsChesterfield: 6 – 7 yards
Basket Chairs: 5 yardsSwivel/Rockers: 8 yardsCorner Chair: 6 yards
Recliners: 7 – 8 yardsParsons Chair (upholstered legs): 3 yardsSettes: 6 – 8 yards
Slipcovers
32 more rows

How many yards do I need to slipcover a sofa? ›

Allow approximately 12 yards of fabric as a base estimate for a 6-foot-long, 2-cushion sofa. Increase that to 14 yards for a 7-foot sofa. Estimate an additional 1.5 yards of fabric per cushion for a sofa with more than two cushions -- so a 7-foot-long, 6-cushion sofa would require around 20 yards of fabric.

How many yards of fabric do I need to cover 4 chairs? ›

If you have four chairs, you will need 1.5 yards, six chairs takes 2.25 yards, eight chair seats take 3 yards, and so on. If your chair seats have cording at the bottom, allow 1 yard for two chairs – this will give enough extra fabric to make matching (straight grain) cording.

How do I figure out how much yardage I need? ›

Total number of pieces divided by number of pieces that fit into width equals number of rows you need. Number of needed rows multiplied by length of one piece equals total project in inches. Total project inches divided by 36 inches equals total yardage needed (rounded up to the whole number).

How many yards of fabric do I need calculator? ›

Dimensions that fit into the width of the fabric

Take the total length you need and divide by 36 to calculate how many yards you need. Most of our fabric is sold in full yard increments, so round up to the nearest yard.

How much fabric is needed to cover a 3 seater sofa? ›

A standard 3 seater sofa will need between 11m and 18.5m depending on the arms, height of the back and any extra details. If you have a large corner sofa then expect to need approximately 30m to cover all the cushions and sofa structure.

How many chairs can you reupholster with 2 yards? ›

1) Reupholster chair seats

So if you have 6 dining room chairs 2 ¼ yards of fabric will usually be enough.

How much does it cost to reupholster a couch? ›

Sofas cost between $500 and $4500 to reupholster. The average cost of reupholstering a sofa is $1800. This includes your new fabric cost and labor costs associated with reupholstering. Usually fabric ranges from $10-$70 a yard with labor cost ranging from $40-$100 per hour.

How much room should I have on each side of my couch? ›

Your sofa should not occupy the entire length of a wall and there should be at least 18 inches of space on either side of the sofa, a good rule to use when figuring out if a sofa or sectional couch will suit your space.

How much does 5 yards of fabric cover? ›

How big is one linear yard of fabric?
YardsLengthWidth
5180 Inches (15 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
6216 Inches (18 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
7252 Inches (21 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
8288 Inches (24 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
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How many yards of fabric do I need to cover a large chair? ›

You will need about 3 to 7 yards of fabric to reupholster a chair. This all depends on the type of chair. Simple dining room chairs with no arms, back, and base cushion will need 3 yards of fabric. High wing back, formal chairs will need about 7 yards.

How much does 2 yards of fabric cover? ›

2 yards of fabric is the same as 72″, 6 feet, 1.8288 meters (rounded down to 1.8m), and 182.88cm. I held 2 yards of fabric behind a 5ft 8″ (173cm), XS mannequin. It's about 4 times her shoulder width. Remember, the '2 yard' measurement is only describing the length.

What is the best fabric for sofa loose covers? ›

Canvas, cotton duck, denim and twill blends are by far the most common choices for slipcovers. They are very durable and can be easily washed at home. There are many options available and these options can generally be found at your local fabric shop, not a specialty store.

What is the best fabric to use for sofa cover? ›

A heavy-duty synthetic microfiber will be the most stain-resistant and easiest to care for, so it's an excellent choice for often-used sofas or chairs. Still, high-thread-count cotton will have enough durability for less-frequently used seating in a formal dining space.

What is the best material to make a couch cover? ›

Materials for couch covers or slipcovers:

Durable cotton is the best couch cover for heavily used furniture because it is stain-resistant and washable. However, you should consider a tear-resistant poly blend slipcover if you have children.

How many 4 inch squares in a yard of fabric? ›

Number of Squares Per Yard of Fabric
Square39"41"
2.5"210224
3"156156
3.5"110110
4"8190
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How many square feet does a yard of material cover? ›

How Much Does A Yard Cover? A cubic yard of material can be spread to cover 100 square feet (10×10 foot area) at 3 inches of depth. It's a very helpful ratio because when spreading mulch, a depth of 3 inches is considered ideal.

How many 10 inch squares in a yard of fabric? ›

1 yard of fabric will yield 12 squares.

What does 1 4 yard of fabric look like? ›

trying to find an easy way for my mind to remember this, a 1/4 yard is basically 9″ x 42″ which is folded in half on the bolt. A fat quarter is 18″ x 21″.

What does 1 2 yard of fabric look like? ›

The fabric is sold by the yard, so if you got one yard of fabric it would 36 inches long by 44 inches wide. If you got a half yard it would be 18 inches long by 44 inches wide.

How much is a yard of fabric on average? ›

Measuring a Yard of Fabric

The material is unrolled from the bolt, and you should measure 36 inches or 3 feet. That's precisely how much a yard of fabric is. The bolt is the part that holds the material together, and no matter how wide the fabric is, the yard is 36 inches measured off the selvage edge.

What is the average width of a 3 person sofa? ›

Standard Sofa Sizes and. Dimensions Explained. A standard size sofa, or three-seater sofas, is about 90 inches wide in the seating area, 38 inches deep, and 34 inches high.

How many yards is a bolt of upholstery fabric? ›

a commercial unit of length or area used to measure finished cloth. Generally speaking, one bolt represents a strip of cloth 100 yards (91.44 meters) long, but the width varies according to the fabric.

How long are most 3 seat sofas? ›

Sofa Length: Though sofas can be anywhere between 70" and 96" long, standard three-person sofas tend to be between 70" and 87" long, and the most common length is 84".

What size piping for slipcovers? ›

5/32 size is ideal for slipcovers and the slightly smaller 4/32 is good for pillows.

How many yards of fabric do I need to upholster a wingback chair? ›

You will typically need 5 to 7 yards of fabric to upholster a wing chair.

How far apart should 2 chairs be? ›

Space between dining chairs: Ideally, provide about 24″ between chairs to prevent hitting elbows and to allow people to slide chairs in and out without any collisions or bruised knuckles.

How much space should be between rows of chairs? ›

Back-To-Back Spacing (Row Spacing)

Typically, this space is three feet (3.0'), but additional space may be necessary depending on accessories, the number of chairs per row, and access to aisles.

How do you estimate upholstery? ›

Measure the length and width of the front of the sofa. Then, measure the inside and outside of the arms and the seating area with the cushions removed. Once you have your numbers, divide by 36 to determine the yardage. Keep in mind that upholstery fabric is usually 54 inches wide.

Can you put slipcovers on any couch? ›

Many upholstered sofas can in fact be slipcovered. It mostly depends on the complexity and the shape of the sofa, but if the sofa is generally symmetrical and the armrests aren't too rounded it should be A-okay!

How do you know if a couch is worth reupholstering? ›

It makes sense to reupholster your sofa if it's very high quality or has an unusual frame. Pieces made from solid wood or those with intricate curves and lines are almost always worth saving.

What is the 2 3 rule couch? ›

Furniture should also follow the 2:3 rule. This means your largest piece of furniture – for example, a sofa – should measure 2:3 of the area. Then work your way backwards from there. The coffee table should be 2:3 the size of the sofa, and so on.

Should you put sofa in front of window? ›

'A sofa should be at least a foot from the window,' says Jen Ebert, Homes & Gardens Digital Editor. 'This allows for drapes to be pulled back and forth without catching, and also makes it easier to clean behind. Pulling a sofa away from a window by a foot will also enhance your living room's feeling of spaciousness.

Does couch have to face TV? ›

In general, your TV should be positioned facing your seating so you can comfortably watch it from your couch or chairs.

How many yards of fabric do I need to cover a loveseat? ›

Bedding Yardage Chart
Slipcover Yardage Chart This chart is based on estimates only for 54" wide fabrics and does not allow for matching designs.
2 Cushion Sofa -16 yards2 Cushion Love Seat -13 yards
3 Cushion Sofa - 18 yards4 Cushion Love Seat - 17 yards
6 Cushion Sofa - 22 yardsSlipper Chair - 14 yards

How long is 1 yd of fabric? ›

Very simply, one yard of fabric is 36 inches long. But working out how much fabric you need for a sewing project is a little bit more complicated than that. While a yard in length is always a yard, fabric width varies according to where you're buying it. Average widths are between 33-44 inches.

How many yards is a full roll of fabric? ›

Rolls typically start at 50 yards; however, it depends on the product.

How wide is upholstery fabric by the yard? ›

Upholstery fabric is most commonly either 54 inches wide or 60 inches wide, with 54 inches being the most common and efficient width (with less waste).

How many square feet does it take to upholster a chair? ›

CONVERSION TABLE: FABRIC TO LEATHER
Furniture TypeTight
Ottoman5 yds.90 sq. ft.
Bench3 yds.54 sq. ft.
Chair3 yds.54 sq. ft.
Dining Room Chair4 yds.72 sq. ft.
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How many yards of fabric do I need to cover a table? ›

Divide the total width measurement by the width of your fabric and then round up. This will give you the number of widths. Next, multiply that number by the total length. Divide that final number by 36 to get the number of yards.

Is 1 yard of fabric a square yard? ›

Q: Is a yard of fabric a square yard? A: Not necessarily – only if the fabric is 36 inches wide will it be a square yard (nine square feet). If the fabric is wider it, for example 36 x 45, 36 x 54 or 36 x 60 inches it will cover more than a square yard depending on the width.

How many yards of fabric are in a bundle? ›

Each bundle will have 10 yards total.

Pieces range in size from 1 to 4 yard cuts. Colors, prints and fabric type vary.

How many yards of fabric do I need to cover? ›

Dimensions that fit into the width of the fabric

Take the total length you need and divide by 36 to calculate how many yards you need. Most of our fabric is sold in full yard increments, so round up to the nearest yard.

How much fabric do I need to cover a 3 seater sofa? ›

A standard 3 seater sofa will need between 11m and 18.5m depending on the arms, height of the back and any extra details. If you have a large corner sofa then expect to need approximately 30m to cover all the cushions and sofa structure.

How do you measure upholstery chart? ›

Measure the length and width of the front of the sofa. Then, measure the inside and outside of the arms and the seating area with the cushions removed. Once you have your numbers, divide by 36 to determine the yardage. Keep in mind that upholstery fabric is usually 54 inches wide.

How much does 10 yards of fabric cover? ›

How big is one linear yard of fabric?
YardsLengthWidth
7252 Inches (21 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
8288 Inches (24 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
9324 Inches (27 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
10360 Inches (30 Feet)54 Inches (4.5 Feet)
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How many 10 inch squares can I get out of a yard of fabric? ›

1 yard of fabric will yield 12 squares.

How many yards of fabric do I need to upholster a bed? ›

Headboard
SizeSolid/PrintQuilted Bedspreads - Solid
Twin6 Yards/8 Yards10 Yards
Full6 Yards/8 Yards10 Yards
Queen10 Yards/12 Yards14 Yards
King10 Yards/12 Yards14 Yards

How many yards of fabric do I need to reupholster a wingback chair? ›

You will typically need 5 to 7 yards of fabric to upholster a wing chair.

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