How to Buy a Seat Cushion
The process of buying a seat cushion is simple, but before ordering there are a few questions you will need to think about.
What shape do I want my seat cushion? Cushion Source offers multiple choices for seat cushion shapes. Whether your seat cushion is an even square, rectangle or circle, an uneven trapezoid or an odd custom shape, we can make whatever you need! Go through our simple Seat Cushion tool and pick which shape you would like your seat cushion to be. If your seat cushion is a custom shape, you will be prompted to send a template at the end of your order.
Do I want the corners of my seat cushion rounded? This is a seat cushion for YOU and we want to make it to YOUR specifications! Cushion Source offers the following corner options for seat cushions: Chair seat with squared corners, chair seat with all rounded corners, chair seat with front rounded corners, chair seat with rounded back corners, circle chair seat or a custom shape. Choose the style that you believe is just right for you. Select your corner option and proceed to next step.
What is the width and depth of my seat cushion? Measure the width and depth of the area you are going to be placing your seat cushion. Then, apply these measurements during Step 2 of the buying process. When entering dimensions for your seat cushion, please enter only numbers. Enter fractions as decimals. Cushions will be rounded down to the nearest half inch. Watch our helpful Measuring Video or read our Measuring Guide.
What thickness do I want my seat cushion? Seat cushions are available with the option of having a thickness of 2" to 8". The thickness of your cushion is 100% up to you. If you are looking forward to receiving a thinner cushion, select a smaller thickness. If you want a thicker cushion, select a larger thickness. Select your width, depth and thickness and proceed to the next step.
Am I going to be using this seat cushion indoors or outdoors? Cushion Source is proud to offer hundreds of fabrics. For indoor seat cushions, choose any fabric from our selection. Outdoor fabrics are often more expensive than indoor fabrics but will work perfect indoors as well. If you are going to be placing your seat cushion outdoors, we HIGHLY recommend choosing an outdoor fabric. Outdoor fabrics can be found in the Sunbrella and Outdoor categories. Outdoor fabrics are made from solution dyed acrylics and are resistant to staining and fading. If you choose a stripe fabric, please indicate whether you would prefer the stripe to positioned Vertical (front to back) or Horizontal (side to side). Select your fabric and proceed to the next step.
What type of filling is best for my seat cushion? Cushion Source offers two types of filling for seat cushions: Cumulus Filling and Foam Filling. Cumulus filling is designed for outdoor use. It is layered polyester that resists mildew and does not retain water. Foam filling is polyurethane foam designed primarily for indoor use because it holds its shape longer. Select your filling and proceed to the next step.
What type of edge do I want my seat cushion to have? Choose between four types of edges for your seat cushion: Single cord knife edge, knife edge, double cord box and box edge. Single cord knife edge is where a single cord runs around the edge of your cushion (typically following a seam). Knife edge is fabric wrapped around the edges and sewn together. Double cord box is when a strip of fabric is used to create a wall with cording along the top and bottom edges and Box edge is when a strip of fabric is used to create a side wall. When choosing an edge requiring a cording, please select a cording fabric. Select your edge and proceed to the next step.
Do I want my seat cushion to have ties? Ties are a great option if you are hoping to secure your seat cushion to a chair or other object. When ordering a seat cushion from Cushion Source, you have the option of adding ties to your cushion on the back corners, all four corners or on the left and right (one tie on each side of the seat cushion). If you do not wish to add ties to your seat cushion, choose the "No Ties" option and proceed to your quote.
Before ordering your custom seat cushion, Cushion Source will provide you with a quote based on all of the options you have chosen. Review your quote. If everything looks good, proceed to the checkout!
