Upholstery Fillings for Cushions & Furniture

Upholstery Fillings for Traditional & Modern Furniture

Livedale supplies a wide range of upholstery fillings for cushions, chairs, sofas, footstools, mattresses and furniture restoration work. Whether you are rebuilding traditional upholstery, topping up tired cushions or creating new soft furnishings, this section brings together practical filling materials for both trade and domestic use.

From firm, resilient hair and coir fillings to soft loose fillings such as fibre, feather, foam crumb and poly beads, the right filling makes all the difference to comfort, shape, support and long-term performance.

Hair & Coir Upholstery Fillings

Hair and coir fillings are a traditional choice for upholstery work where firmness, structure and durability are required. These materials are commonly used in furniture restoration, seat builds, mattress work, upholstery foundations and projects where a natural, supportive filling is preferred.

Choose from materials such as mixed animal hair, ginger coir fibre, rubberised coir and rubberised hair, depending on the level of firmness, resilience and structure required for the job.

Best for:

Traditional upholstery restoration
Chair and sofa seat foundations
Firm support layers
Mattress and furniture rebuilding
Upholstery work requiring natural, durable materials

Loose Cushion Fillings

Loose fillings are ideal for adding softness, loft and comfort to cushions, back cushions, scatter cushions, beanbags and soft upholstery projects. They can be used to fill new covers, refresh tired cushions or add extra comfort where existing fillings have flattened over time.

This range includes loose fibre, duck feather, feather and down mixes, shredded foam crumb and poly beads, giving customers a choice between soft comfort, plump appearance, casual support and lightweight filling options.

Best for:

Topping up tired cushions
Back cushions and scatter cushions
Soft furnishings
Loose-filled cushions
Beanbags and casual seating
Adding softness and volume

Choosing the Right Furniture Filling

The best filling depends on the job. For firm traditional support, hair and coir are usually the better route. For soft comfort, plumpness and easy top-ups, loose fillings such as fibre, feather or foam crumb are often more suitable.

Firm Traditional Support

Use hair and coir fillings when the project needs structure, resilience and long-lasting support. These materials are well suited to traditional upholstery, restoration work and seating foundations.

Soft Loose Comfort

Use loose fillings when the aim is softness, loft and a more relaxed cushion feel. Fibre and feather are ideal for cushions that need a fuller, softer appearance, while foam crumb offers a more supportive loose-fill option.

Topping Up Existing Cushions

Loose filling is often the simplest way to revive cushions that have lost shape. Adding fresh fibre, feather or foam crumb can improve comfort, appearance and usability without replacing the whole cushion.

Upholstery Filling Supplies for Trade & Domestic Projects

Livedale supplies upholstery fillings for professional upholsterers, furniture repairers, soft furnishing makers, designers and domestic customers working on their own projects. Whether you are restoring an old chair, rebuilding traditional upholstery or refreshing cushions at home, this category helps you find the correct filling material before moving into the more specific product ranges.

Related Foams & Fillings Categories

For finished cushion interiors, browse the Fibre & Feather Cushions range.

For padding, layering and upholstery protection, see Felts & Wadding.

For replacement foam seats, shaped cushions and made-to-measure projects, visit Foam Cut to Size.