Loose Filling

Loose Cushion Filling for Upholstery & Soft Furnishings

Loose filling is used to add comfort, volume and softness to cushions, back cushions, scatter cushions, beanbags and upholstered furniture. This range includes fibre filling, duck feather, feather and down mix, shredded foam crumb and poly beads, giving you practical options for filling new covers or topping up tired cushions.

Whether you are making cushions from scratch, refreshing flattened interiors or choosing a loose-fill material for upholstery work, these fillings help restore shape, improve comfort and extend the life of cushions and soft furnishings.

Fibre, Feather, Foam Crumb & Poly Bead Fillings

Different loose fillings give different results. Fibre filling offers a soft, plump feel and is easy to use for cushion refills and back cushions. Duck feather and feather-and-down mixes provide a more traditional relaxed cushion feel, with natural softness and good mouldability. Foam crumb gives a more supportive loose-fill option, while poly beads are lightweight and commonly used for beanbags and casual seating.

Best Uses for Loose Filling

Cushion refilling
Back cushions
Scatter cushions
Beanbags
Pet beds
Soft furnishings
Furniture repairs
Topping up tired cushions
Adding loft and volume
Creating a softer cushion feel

Fibre Filling for Cushions

Carded fibre is a popular loose filling for cushions and soft furnishings. It is suitable for filling new cushion covers, topping up existing interiors and adding plumpness to back cushions or scatter cushions.

Fibre filling is a good choice when you want a soft, full appearance without using feather. It is easy to work with and can be adjusted by adding or removing filling until the cushion reaches the required feel.

Duck Feather & Feather Down Filling

Duck feather and feather-and-down mixes are ideal for customers wanting a softer, more relaxed cushion feel. Feather filling moulds well, gives a traditional plump appearance and is often used in back cushions, scatter cushions and decorative soft furnishings.

Feather-filled cushions need regular plumping to maintain their shape. That is part of the deal with feather: lovely comfort, but it expects a bit of attention. Cushions are no different to old furniture — look after them and they behave better.

Foam Crumb & Shredded Foam Filling

Foam crumb, also known as shredded foam, is useful where a firmer loose-fill material is needed. It can be used for cushions, pet beds, casual seating, beanbags and padding projects where more support is required than fibre or feather would normally provide.

Because foam crumb is made from small pieces of foam, it gives a bulkier and more resilient fill. It is a practical option for larger filling jobs and general upholstery use.

Poly Beads for Beanbags & Lightweight Filling

Poly beads are lightweight loose filling materials commonly used for beanbags and casual seating. They are useful where a light, moveable filling is required and can be used to refill existing beanbags that have compressed over time.

Poly beads are not designed to give the same cushion feel as fibre, feather or foam crumb. Their main strength is lightweight volume and easy movement.

Choosing the Right Loose Filling

Choose fibre filling for a soft, plump cushion feel. Choose duck feather or feather-and-down mix for a traditional, relaxed finish. Choose foam crumb when you need a more supportive loose filling. Choose poly beads for beanbags and lightweight casual seating.

For firmer traditional upholstery materials such as animal hair, coir fibre and rubberised sheets, visit the Hair & Coir category. For padding layers and upholstery protection, Felts & Wadding may also be useful alongside loose filling materials.

Loose Fillings from Livedale

Livedale supplies loose fillings for upholsterers, cushion makers, soft furnishing workrooms and domestic customers refreshing cushions at home. From small top-up jobs to larger upholstery projects, this range provides practical filling materials for comfort, volume, softness and support.