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Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Hi everyone,
We're thinking about doing some upgrades to our 2005 26.5 mid bath before our first trip since the pandemic later in the fall. Most of the cushions could use replacement or re-upholstery at the least. Any recommendations for a shop somewhere in the S.F. Bay area? I could just order from the factory, I guess, but their fabric choices are a little short of wife's liking.

Thanks,
David G.
2005 MB
 
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #1 –
I replaced foam and fabric using a local upholsterer.  In 2 years, the foam was caving in in my primary sit spots.  In three years, I was getting some pilling on the fabric.

I admit that I am a big guy, pushing 280 then, but I am a fulltimer and I sit in exactly the same spot for every meal, and that can be hard on fabrics and foam, but...  In hindsight, I wish I had bought from the factory.

Ken F in NM
'08 MB
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #2 –
Ah, Ken...’hindsight’! Good one! 👍 😉
2003 TK has a new home
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #3 –
Hi David,

Is it just the covering that needs replacement or does the foam need to be replaced as well? I’ve been pretty impressed with how the foam is holding up in our 2003 TK. Not sure how typical that is though.

Sorry I don’t have any suggestions for you but am interested in the topic.
Steve
2003TK
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #4 –
Steve, the foam from the factory held up much better than the foam used in my replacements.

Ken F in NM
'08 MB
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #5 –
Quote from: Kenneth Fears  - 
I replaced foam and fabric using a local upholsterer.  In 2 years, the foam was caving in in my primary sit spots.  In three years, I was getting some pilling on the fabric.
Ken F in NM

That's my fear as well, but it's sounding like it might be the best option. I'll have to see what the new blue pattern is like.

Thanks Ken
David G.
2005 MB
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #6 –
Quote from: 73gitane  - 
Hi David,

Is it just the covering that needs replacement or does the foam need to be replaced as well? I’ve been pretty impressed with how the foam is holding up in our 2003 TK. Not sure how typical that is though.

Sorry I don’t have any suggestions for you but am interested in the topic.

After 4 months/year of travel over 16 years, the fabric in a couple of places is worn through and just beginning to tear and the foam has gotten pretty soft and buckled where we sit. Both need replacement I think.

David G
2005 MB
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
Reply #7 –
Since you are in the Bay Area, I would check out the marine options for foam and upholstery replacement, they are designed to last. Most marine shops can advise you and do the work.
SoCal-Gal  (Tracy)
1991 26.5 RB
Previous 1988 22’ LD Multi plan
Previous 1992 Six-pack Camper
Spare the sealant, spoil the job.
Travelers: Tracy, spouse Anthony, Coton de Tulear, Gabby and parrotlet, Indigo
Re: Recommendations for re-upholstery of all my cushions.
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Quote from: David Gardner  - 
We're thinking about doing some upgrades to our 2005 26.5 mid bath before our first trip since the pandemic later in the fall. Most of the cushions could use replacement or re-upholstery at the least. Any recommendations for a shop somewhere in the S.F. Bay area? I could just order from the factory, I guess, but their fabric choices are a little short of wife's liking.
David, I just saw this place in San Leandro recommended by an owner on the Lazy Daze RV Club facebook page.  I have no personal experience with this shop.  Right off the 880:

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Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264