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• can you use polyfill to wrap foam

  Can you use polyfill to wrap foam? Technically you can, but loose polyfill isn't the best choice. Stuffing fiberfill around a foam cushion tends to clump, shift, and flatten unevenly, leaving lumps un… read more

• can you use batting for pillows

  Can you use batting for pillows? Absolutely. The flat, layered sheets made for quilts are a smart choice for pillow making, as long as you match the batting to the job. Batting won't behave exactly li… read more

• can you use batting for upholstery

  Can you use batting for upholstery? Absolutely—batting is one of the most useful layers in any reupholstery project. It isn't usually a stand-in for foam on a seat that takes daily weight, but it is t… read more

• can you use batting for cushions

  Can you use batting for cushions? Yes, and it's one of the easiest ways to add softness, shape, and a smooth, professional finish to seat pads, throw pillows, and bench cushions. The key is understand… read more

• can you wrap foam with a blanket

  Can you wrap foam with a blanket? Yes, and it's a handy fix when you're reupholstering a bench, refreshing a window seat, or softening a firm cushion. A blanket layer rounds off sharp foam edges, adds… read more