Custom cushion covers sewn to your exact measurements, with or without foam. Choose from more than 5,000 indoor and outdoor cushion fabrics, including Sunbrella®, Robert Allen, Premier Prints, and organic hemp, in every price range. Doing it yourself? We also sell upholstery fabric by the yard and natural fabric linings. Pick a category below to get started.
Every FoamOrder cushion cover is cut and sewn to order from your measurements, whether you need a replacement cover for a sofa cushion, a window seat, a bench, or patio furniture. Open any section below to see what you can customize, from the shape and fabric to the zipper and ties.
Choose the shape closest to your cushion, then enter its width, depth, and thickness. Nothing is rounded to a stock size, so your custom cushion cover fits the foam you already have or the new insert you order with it.
| Setting | Your options |
|---|---|
| Cushion type | Seat cushion, back cushion, or mattress |
| Units | Inches or centimeters |
| Size range | 1/8" to 250" (0.5 to 635 cm) per dimension |
| Precision | Rounded to the nearest 1/8" (3 mm) |
Width is the left-to-right measurement as you face the cushion, and depth runs front to back. Not sure how to measure? See our How to Measure for Foam Cushions guide.
The fabric decides how a cover looks, feels, and holds up. Our library of more than 5,000 upholstery fabrics spans living rooms, sunny patios, and boats, with options from value basics to designer weaves.
| Fabric line | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sunbrella | Solution-dyed acrylic that resists water, stains, and UV fading | Outdoor cushion covers, sunrooms, and busy family rooms |
| Robert Allen | Designer upholstery fabrics, including linen blends, bouclé, chenille, velvet, and performance weaves | Indoor sofa and chair cushion covers |
| Premier Prints | Cotton and polyester prints, solids, slub canvas, and twill | Decorative and everyday indoor cushions |
| Performance vinyl | Waterproof, stain-resistant coated fabric that wipes clean | Boats, booths, and high-use seating |
| Natural hemp | Strong, breathable plant fiber in natural, black, olive, brown, taupe, and navy | Organic and eco-minded cushions |
| FoamOrder value line | Budget basics in navy, charcoal grey, black, beige, and 100% cotton muslin | Simple, affordable covers |
Want to see and feel a fabric first? Order swatches, or shop upholstery fabric by the yard for your own projects.
Already have a fabric you love? Mail it to us and we'll sew your custom cushion covers from it. This works well for matching a sofa or drapes, or for a textile you can't find anywhere else.
Planning a project of your own? Try our fabric yardage calculator.
Construction details are where a custom cover pulls ahead of a factory one. Here is what you can add.
Overlocking stitches over the raw fabric edges inside the cover so they can't fray or unravel. We recommend it on every cushion cover, especially covers that come off often.
Fabric-covered cording sewn into the seams for a tailored, reinforced edge. Use the same fabric for a seamless look or a contrasting one to outline the cushion. We line up the pattern across the cording seams, and for striped Sunbrella we suggest a solid cord that matches one of the stripes. Mattress covers don't need cording.
A clean, modern edge with no cording. If your cushion won't have a Dacron wrap or down envelope, order the foam 1/2" thicker than the cover so the fabric stays smooth. You can request a contrasting thread color in your cart notes.
We can pre-treat your cover with CompleteSeal fabric protection, which helps the fabric resist stains and fading from UV rays.
Every cover closes with a zipper so it comes off easily. The zipper sits under a fabric flap, and you choose where it goes.
| Placement | How it works |
|---|---|
| Across a side | Runs along the width, depth, or back/bottom, centered on the longest edge of that side. |
| Around the middle | Wraps three sides at mid-thickness. Best for cube-shaped cushions over 10" thick and custom foam mattresses. |
| Custom location | Describe exactly where you want it, or send a marked diagram. |
Ties are sewn from your cover fabric and sold in sets. Each set is two strands attached at one spot that knot around the furniture frame, and 10" (25 cm) is the standard length. Vinyl covers use Velcro straps instead: two 1/2" strips that overlap and fasten. Order 1 to 8 sets. We recommend at least two per cushion, and you'll set placement after adding the cover to your cart.
You can order custom cushion covers with or without foam. A cover on its own makes sense when your foam is still in good shape and only the fabric is worn or out of style.
Sewn covers are made to order and typically ship in about 4 to 6 weeks.
We also sew custom mattress covers in any size or shape, from daybeds and bunks to boat V-berths. Choose "Mattress" as the cushion type when you build a cover, or start with our natural mattress cover fabrics.
| Lining | Fiber | Width | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down-proof ticking | 100% cotton, 220 thread count | 90" | Holding down and feathers inside pillows, comforters, and cushions |
| Organic cotton lining | 100% organic cotton, 300 thread count | 90" | Breathable bedding and cushion liners |
| Organic cotton muslin | 100% organic cotton | 90" | Natural inner liners and mattress pads |
| Cotton muslin | 100% cotton | 38" | Lightweight linings and upholstery backing |
See all organic mattress covers and pads or shop natural fabric linings.
Whichever options you choose, each cover is cut and sewn to order by our California-based seamstresses.
Questions & answers
Answers to the questions we hear most about ordering, choosing fabric, and caring for custom cushion covers.
Ordering & sizing
Yes. We sew cushion covers on their own, so you can keep foam that's still in good shape and replace only the fabric. If you'd like a new insert as well, we'll show foam filler options sized to your cover after you add it to your cart. To build the foam and cover together in one step, use our custom cushion builder.
Measure your old cover, not the old foam. Unzip the cover, take the foam out, lay the cover flat, and measure the length, width, and thickness seam to seam (or between the welt cording if it has piping). Worn foam shrinks and sags, so it measures smaller than the cushion was built to be.
For L-shaped, T-shaped, or curved cushions, sketch the shape and label every side. Our How to Measure guide covers each shape. If you'd like us to check your numbers before we sew, book a free one-on-one consultation or call (415) 503-9314.
The price depends on three things: the cushion's size and shape, the fabric you choose, and any add-ons such as welt cording, overlocked seams, CompleteSeal stain and UV guard, or chair ties. Our fabrics fall into three price tiers, from value basics to designer upholstery. The cover builder shows your exact price as soon as you enter your dimensions, before anything goes in your cart.
Yes. You can choose from more than 30 shapes, including L- and T-cushions, curved chair cushions, bar stools, bolsters, wedges, trapezoid window seats, and boat V-berths. If none of them match, pick a pattern shape, trace your cushion on paper, and mail us the template. We'll cut and sew your cover to it.
Choosing fabric
Yes. We sew custom Sunbrella cushion covers in hundreds of Sunbrella colors, stripes, and textures for patio furniture, boats, sunrooms, and indoor sofas. Each cover is cut to your measurements and closes with a hidden zipper, and you can add welt cording, chair ties, or Velcro straps. With a striped Sunbrella, we suggest solid cording in one of the stripe colors so the edges look clean.
Solution-dyed acrylic such as Sunbrella is the standard for outdoor cushions. The color runs all the way through each fiber, so it resists fading in the sun, and the fabric sheds water and resists mildew. For boat seats and anything that gets soaked or wiped down daily, performance vinyl is fully waterproof.
Either fabric works best over quick-drying outdoor foam, which lets water drain through instead of soaking in. In our fabric library, filter by Outdoor or Nautical to see only fabrics suited to outdoor use.
For seating your family uses every day, choose a tightly woven performance fabric or a durable blend. Our Robert Allen collection includes performance weaves, chenille, and bouclé made for living rooms, and Sunbrella's indoor fabrics stand up well to spills and pets. Cotton and linen prints look great on decorative or occasional-use cushions but wrinkle and stain more easily.
If durability is a priority, check the fabric's abrasion rating when it's listed. Around 15,000 double rubs on the Wyzenbeek test is generally considered heavy duty for home use.
It depends on the cushion's shape, size, and thickness and on the width of the fabric. Our fabric yardage calculator estimates yards for more than 30 cushion shapes. Add at least ½ yard for seam allowances and cutting, and more for stripes, plaids, or large prints that need to line up.
Most upholstery fabric is about 54 inches wide, and the width of each of our fabrics is listed with it. If you're mailing us your own fabric to sew, the cover builder gives you a yardage estimate rounded up to the next half yard.
Yes. Swatches let you see the true color and feel the texture before you commit, which matters because custom covers can't be returned. Swatches cost $1.99 to $5.99 each, depending on the brand. You can also buy upholstery fabric by the yard for your own projects.
Care & cleaning
Most removable cushion covers can be washed, but the right method depends on the fabric, so always follow the care instructions on the label sewn into your cover. As a general rule:
Cotton, linen, and other natural fibers are the most likely to shrink. If you plan to machine wash a natural-fiber cover, ask us about prewashing the fabric before it's sewn.
For routine cleaning, brush off loose dirt, sponge the fabric with ¼ cup of mild soap per gallon of lukewarm water, rinse thoroughly, and let it air dry. Sunbrella says most of its upholstery fabrics are machine washable, so a removable cover can usually go in the washer on a cold, gentle cycle and then air dry.
For mold or mildew, Sunbrella fabric can be cleaned with a diluted bleach solution. A common mix is 1 cup of bleach and ¼ cup of mild soap per gallon of water. Rinse completely afterward, and test any cleaner on a hidden spot first.
Timing, shipping & policies
Custom-sewn covers usually ship in 4 to 6 weeks. If you order foam with your covers, we ship everything together once the sewing is done.
Need them sooner? Expedited production is available on most covers (mattress covers excluded) and ships within 3 weeks for a fee of 25% of the order value, with a $75 minimum. Call (415) 503-9314 to confirm before you order.
Yes. Orders usually ship by UPS Ground, occasionally USPS Priority, and we email tracking when your order leaves our shop. We also ship to Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. territories, military APO and FPO addresses (small items only), and internationally, where the buyer covers duties and taxes.
In the San Francisco Bay Area, you can arrange local delivery or pick up your order from our Richmond warehouse. See our shipping info for rates.
Because each cover is sewn to your measurements, custom covers can't be returned, and fabric cut by the yard isn't returnable either. That's why we're glad to review your measurements and fabric choice before we start.
You can cancel through the link in your confirmation email until the order enters production. Covers carry a 1-year limited warranty against defects. Read the full return and cancellation policy and warranty details.
Still have a question? Call (415) 503-9314, Monday through Thursday 7 AM to 5 PM and Friday 9 AM to 5 PM Pacific, or send us a message.
