AboutDuane Collie Expertise I have in-depth knowledge of home furnishings, particularly leather upholstery and American period reproductions. I can also lend advice on how to deal with shipping and customer service issues regarding home furnishings.
Experience 25 years operating a retail home furnishings store (The Keeping Room) in Alexandria Virginia.
Organizations National Home Furnishings Association
Publications Garden Web
myfurnitureforum.com
Education/Credentials B.S Graduate, 1977 Florida State University
Past/Present Clients The White House
Sony Studios
Historic Mt.Vernon
Gatsby's Tavern, Alexandria
Carlyse House, Alexandria
Walkerton Tavern, Henrico County VA
Pequot Indian Museum, CT
Question One of my puppy's tore up the inside of the couch cushion. I wanted to know where I could purchase a new piece of foam to replace it. Do home improvement stores carry them such as Lowe's or Home Depot? Please let me know asap...
Answer Most modern upholstery pieces have engineered cushion cores that are considerably more complex than ordinary foam. I don't have enough details on your sofa to know how old it is, or the brand, or what you paid for it. However, if its reasonably new and mid-grade or higher, you should contact the manufacturer or dealer you purchased it from and obtain the correct replacement core. If you just put a piece of foam inside the casing, that seat will not have the same feel as the others on your sofa. If you do elect to go that route, stop by a local re-upholsterer and have him outfit you with the correct density foam at the very least. Good luck
