3 Ways to Fix a Sagging Couch or Sofa - Simple and Easy DIY - Springs, Foam and Supports

[@MissWinkle555]

THANK YOU! My couch feels like new after tightening the springs. I didn't have to take mine apart like yours, but flipped it on its back, pulled up the fabric on the underside just along the front of the couch so I could reach in with the channel locks, then restapled.

[@fatherandsonfix]

You're welcome! That's a great tip, thanks for sharing :)

[@rocketshiptoaltair]

That's simple but effective. Thanks very much for this.

[@xIIIQueenOfSwordsIIIx]

This is great thank you. I did wonder if this could be done to re-tension the springs.

[@ericapivko]

This video is just what I needed. Thank you!

[@luojingjie4236]

That's great! Just what I needed to see. Thanks

[@JessicaClemente-p4d]

Thank you! Our sectional is 15+ years old and I love so much about it but it is so worn in some places. Your tips seem like exactly what I need.

[@fatherandsonfix]

Awesome, good luck with your project and Happy Holidays!

[@shehzad_ali]

Were you able to repair your sofa?

[@marcusgardner7640]

Piece of plywood between cushions and springs. Works for me. Better hip tilt that way instead of falling backward into couch back.

[@fatherandsonfix]

Great tip!

[@M3dunkman]

Yes sir I'm heading to home Depot now it's like the couch is about to swallow you sanded plywood is by far the best bang for the buck especially when the couch is blowin out

[@machelleclarkson8914]

I am interested in how you did this

[@apodaca309]

Yeah it's not very cushiony

[@rocketshiptoaltair]

I was thinking that for extra support. Thanks for confirming it's effectiveness.

[@TheDeadjam421]

I have coil springs so I’m tryin to figure some crap out. I inserted a bunch of cut pool noodles into the springs and it might be working

[@fatherandsonfix]

Nice hack with the pool noodles and thanks for sharing!

[@gettingcomfortablewithdata]

This is so helpful! How thick was the foam you used as a replacement?

[@fatherandsonfix]

Thank you! We used a 3" thick piece of foam.

[@mazharsoufi5270]

thank u so much that was very helpful, can I just like add a thin layer of foam to the saggy instead of wastingit. i think of it like, where did the foam go? its still in this one sag but more spread out.. so maybe salvageable?

[@fatherandsonfix]

Sure, if the foam has collapsed you can add another layer. Yes, where does it go? :) Depending on the quality of foam, the cells (little pockets of air between foam) will collapse overtime so the foam is less springy and supportive, it sort of flattens out.

[@Life_Is_A...]

1:50 I have a question. Don't sinuous springs stretch and restore their shape each time someone sits or leaves their seat? How is squeezing them going to help. From the video I can already see their shape and size remain the same afterwards.

[@sophiacromwell8017]

I was wondering the same thing… thinking about researching the way mattresses are “hand-tied” & then try to mimic that on the couch springs using paracord…?

[@fatherandsonfix]

Over time the springs stretch out. We brought them back to the original shape. If you wanted to make them shorter, the change would be more perceptible. It may not be apparent on screen, but we can feel the difference.

[@lalolalo1233]

Hi, I've a leather couch with sagging fixed/non removable "back" leather cushions and wonder if you can direct me how to restuff them and what recommended materials such as foam, feathers, etc. to restuffed them with. Not sure if need to flip the couch in order to access the back cushions foam or is there another work around? I'm sure I can do this, your help it's appreciated.

[@fatherandsonfix]

Thanks for your question! Those built-in cushions can be tricky. Check at the very bottom for any hidden zippers. If you can't find any hidden zippers you will need to remove the leather. While you might be able to gain access to see the construction from the back, the cushions are usually padded on the other side. You are most likely to find foam, batting or a combination of those materials. Let us know how it goes, you can do it!

[@lalolalo1233]

unfortunately no zipper, so may have to flip it and see what access is there. Question tho, what kind of material fiber I should use? It's a 3K leather sofa and wonder what's standard fill (stuffing) they use. definitely not feathers, it feels like cotton in it or something.

[@himanshujoshi8402]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Why does the couch make noise . Is it because of loose zig zag? Please guide

[@fatherandsonfix]

Good question. The squeaky sounds are usually from where the zig zag connects on either side of the couch underneath. Spray this area with silicone or use some grease. Make sure it doesn't stain the fabric. Apply silicone or grease at any points where the zig zags connect.

[@amyshon2178]

In some upholstery shops, the batting/aka Dacron is adhered to your foam by way of a spray adhesive. 😉

[@fatherandsonfix]

Yes, great tip, thanks for sharing. 🙂

[@haesunkim7214]

Thank you for this video! I have a sagging sofa so I’ll try your method sometime soon to fix mine. Where can I buy wood supports like the one in your video?

[@fatherandsonfix]

You're welcome! For wood support, you can use plywood or brace with 2x2's or 2x4's. Other viewers have recommended plywood in the comments.

[@nickturnal__]

havent even watched the videeo yet but like and sub because father son fix is just too wholesome a'name

[@fatherandsonfix]

thank you! we hope our channel inspires other fathers, sons, mothers and daughters to spend some quality time together fixing things :)

[@ejwshopping]

What type or density of foam did you use to replace the old stuff?

[@fatherandsonfix]

We used high density foam, it's a big improvement over what came with the couch and from our experience lasts longer over time. It is a bit firmer, but we prefer a little more support vs softness :)

[@stephenashley8431]

Where would you even get a new set of springs if you had to replace them ??

[@fatherandsonfix]

online retailers or a local upholstery shop

[@stephenashley8431]

@fatherandsonfix I live in Germany Sir, so I think I will try to tighten the springs first 😁😁😁

[@fatherandsonfix]

@@stephenashley8431 yes, go for it!

[@hondaservicecenter]

Thank you God Bless You

[@BigC-my2lo]

Any ideas on how to make a sofa to hold more weight

[@fatherandsonfix]

Plywood is worth a shot. If you can add this to the couch and secure it to the frame, and the frame is capable of taking more weight, it should be good. We'd recommend 3/4 inch plywood to really provide a strong base.

[@dexterwilliams8059]

A stapel pulling tool works to

[@fatherandsonfix]

Good advice, thank you!

[@halftastic]

Is there a reason for using vice grips? Wouldn't channel locks be faster and easier? Or am i missing something important?

[@fatherandsonfix]

Our thinking behind the vice grips was to get an even amount of pressure with each squeeze. You can definitely use channel locks or another set of adjustable pliers.

[@mariasalazar669]

Im thinking of making the covers of my sectional detachable… but I want to add a wooden board instead of how yours. I’ve been gathering my supplies for a few months since everything is so high in price. Hopefully my plan works… BTW my dog bit pieces of one foam… 😑

[@fatherandsonfix]

That's a great idea and great project! Yes, the fabric and foam prices and more expensive these days. Sorry to hear about your dog tearing up the foam :( Our cat scratched some foam from our old couch before we repaired it. Good luck and let us know how it goes! :))

[@ashwanibhola3766]

I just opened my couch up to tighten the springs but was greeted with something different. Instead of the serpentine wires, there's a flat wire grid that's attached around the edges with 2" coil springs to the wood. Is there an easy way to tighten these springs or replace them?

[@fatherandsonfix]

Yes, you can replace the strings or look for a way to use another material, wires, or zip ties to create more tension in the wire spring arrangement again. Hope that helps, let us know how it goes!

[@ashwanibhola3766]

@@fatherandsonfix Thank you! The zip tie idea sounds interesting and I might give that a try!

[@scritti]

Another idea, is to replace the foam cushions with memory foam cushions.

[@MsIdiot000]

How you removed it ????

[@fatherandsonfix]

This couch top was removed with screws from the bottom. Some couches, you will need to turn over to access the staples.

[@piropiro6757]

Use a flat screwdriver to loosen the staples

[@fatherandsonfix]

that's a tried and true method that also works if you don't have the diagonal cutters, a flat head and good old-fashioned adjustable pliers

[@saeedhashemi2534]

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[@asdf52708]

pinchers? those are called diagonal cutters

[@fatherandsonfix]

sorry we should have said "side cutters," "diagonal cutters," or "cutting pliers." we just call 'em pinchers! :)

[@gibsonlp1866]

You bought it from big lot🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻

[@fatherandsonfix]

Hahaha, you know we probably could have invested more in the couch, but money was tight. You get what you pay for 🤣

[@gibsonlp1866]

@@fatherandsonfix I know🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻🤦🏻lol 👌🏼👌🏼

[@BBD40]

Pinchers?

[@fatherandsonfix]

sorry we should have said "side cutters," "diagonal cutters," or "cutting pliers." we just call 'em pinchers! :)

[@creativeguy1138]

Couch springs in general are garbage. Zig Zag springs are trash. Just plain weak garbage.

[@fatherandsonfix]

Haha too true! The quality of materials leaves a lot to be desired. The overall design is prone to get weak over time.

[@FLOODOFSINS]

I'm not very handy so would it be cheaper to hire someone to fix my couch or to just buy a new couch? The couch I have was used when I got it and I don't know if it even has any foam in the back or the seat. I guess that's why the previous owners wanted to get rid of it.

[@fatherandsonfix]

It really depends on the type of couch. If it's a nicer couch with leather, etc. it may be more worth the repair. You could call a local upholstery shop and see if they can give you a rough quote based on the type of couch.