How to Remove Attached Sofa Cushions

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Written By
Lisa Wampler
Lisa Wampler
Published: Aug 17, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Once you get started, you will see that the project is straightforward.

Things You Will Need

  • Fingernail clippers
  • Tweezers
  1. Lift up the cushion as far as you can to expose the stitching that secures the cushion to the top of the fabric for the main portion of the sofa.

  2. Cut a thread used to stitch the cushion to the couch. Fingernail clippers work well for this because you can use the edge of the cutter to cut the thread.

  3. Pull the thread out with a pair of tweezers until you remove enough of the thread that you can pull it with your fingers. Continue to do this as you work your way around the cushion.

The Drip Cap

  • If you have an upholstered sofa with cushions permanently sewn onto the fabric, you may need to remove the cushions at some point to replace the cushion fabric or replace the filling inside the cushion.
  • Fingernail clippers work well for this because you can use the edge of the cutter to cut the thread.

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Lisa Wampler

Lisa Wampler began writing professionally in 2005 and has published on various websites. She specializes in content writing and search engine optimization, drawing from previous positions as an account manager and a social media manager…

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