Sinking Sofa

In this video, I address several issues that could affect the sinking in of your sofa. we address the seat cores, the back pillows, the replacement of springs and a frame issue. If you have any questions or suggestions for future videos, don't hesitate to comment and let us know. Thanks for tuning in and we hope to see you next time!

[@timkamerer6763]

holy cow thats my sofa. thanks for the great video.

[@the323vlog4]

Glad you liked it!

[@kingfenix365]

Amazing job👍🏻. With this video and the right tools people can make a sofa that anyone would consider garbage, come to back to life.

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching!

[@Hermitinthemountains]

Great video! I have a sinking couch and am trying to figure out if I can fix it or if I need to hire someone to do it for me. I don’t know anything about fixing upholstered furniture, so this helped me get an idea of what to expect and what kind of work would be necessary depending on what I find when I flip it over and open up the bottom. Also, thank you for responding to questions in the comments! Those were very helpful as well, and I appreciate you taking the time to help folks out!

[@the323vlog4]

It’s my pleasure! Thanks for watching and supporting us

[@cherylcook2405]

Really liked how you explained what was done and why and then showed step by step. This was great! Thank you.

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching!

[@urisupitcha496]

Very good and helpful.Thank you from Germany!!!

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching! Glad it helped

[@CWRhoads]

Very detailed, thanks!

[@the323vlog4]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching

[@Cris_V_00]

Looks great, nice job

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching!

[@letitiatrenier4934]

Thats awesome. Very talented man.

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching and the encouragement!

[@cwl206]

Wow great job! Had saggy cushions and saw that my stay wires are shot. Thanks! Liked and subbed!

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks! Glad my helped

[@emberstonequest]

So helpful, thank you! I've been thinking about looking deeper into my sofa's sagging issues (I've already tried restuffing the cushions which worked for a while). I suspected it might be the middle support beam, but now I'm thinking it could be the springs too/instead! Great video for an overview of some of the issues and how to/what to get to try and DIY it better yourself. Video suggestion - I noticed you used a few tools I don't know, or that you might have made to help with the job. Like that tool that was part wood that helped you install the new springs. Could you make a video explaining what each tool is that we'd need to refurb our sofas? Thanks again for making this one. Appreciate it :) NVM - just found what that one is called in your replies to other commenters. Thanks :)

[@the323vlog4]

Sorry about that. This was one of my first videos and didn’t think to list my tools . Oops

[@lfuentes4098]

Nice! I thought the sinuous springs were not worth fixing but this looks like it’s doable for a DIYer. Except maybe I would need help stretching those springs.

[@the323vlog4]

It can be difficult! A string helps. If you can find a spring puller that will help a lot!

[@TheBooban]

@@the323vlog4 i saw that tool. Wish I had it last week. My repaired springs are not as taut as the old ones but it will have to do. For those that are looking for clips for those plastic clips that inevitably snap, there are metal ones you can order that match the measurements on AliExpress. These little clips on these vids with old furniture..they don’t work for factory furniture.

[@Bwiez]

The point is to prevent the foam in the seat from sinking, put a layer of protective fabric on top of the nosag so that the foam doesn't get cut by the nosag which makes the seat sink.

[@the323vlog4]

The foam was not the issue in this case. I’m not sure if you noticed, but this sofa DID have a protective layer between the springs and foam. The issue on this sofa was frame/spring related . Thanks

[@DangNguyen-hx7im]

Excellent video. Thanks very much for your clear, helpful works. Just wondering what kind of edge wire I can buy and how many of them ? Do they make the springs stronger and so as the seats? Thank you.

[@the323vlog4]

I would say they’re definitely helpful in creating a stronger seat. They sdisperse the weight evenly so all the pressure isn’t on one or two springs. The springs usually come in 9 and 11 gauge if I remember correctly

[@kclark7783]

Just have a few springs that have come loose. I don't think I need to take off the fabric to replace the spring clips...?

[@the323vlog4]

Typically it’s the right way to go about it. Every situation is different though

[@BoyceBailey]

Not seen an edge wire before. Does it stop the springs from splaying out or does it have another purpose?

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for asking! It is intended to disperse the weight evenly across all springs

[@mariotovar6197]

Wow, NICE!

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@tieu112]

Great video and explanation. Can you tell me what kind of tool that is to pull the new spring into the clip? And what kind of gauge wire and clamp go secure the springs together?

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching! Spring puller : amzn.to/3Cic6uZ Spring set with clips: amzn.to/2XkS2sD

[@tieu112]

@@the323vlog4 dude, thanks for actually replying. I really appreciate it

[@the323vlog4]

@@tieu112 No problem! That’s what we are here for

[@the323vlog4]

@@tieu112 I usually put that information in my video description. This must have been one of my first videos before I started

[@jeffkolman1108]

What is the name of the tool you use for the spring tension? A hundred videos show people stretching them by hand, but our springs are too strong to reach the hook. We need that tool!

[@the323vlog4]

Sorry for the delay! Just saw this. amzn.to/3CiqcQg

[@elsplace896]

To put springs on I have to repair four in the middle, I will just pull the sofa down so that the back of the sofa is on the floor?

[@the323vlog4]

Whichever way is most comfortable for you. I personally lean them forward on their front end, but I typically have to rotate it a few different ways to get all the staples

[@alitaritchie7838]

This is really helpful. What is that metal thing with the spikes called? (At 5:18 into the video and attaches the fabric to the frame)

[@the323vlog4]

amzn.to/41C8QYY

[@all4faMilia]

We have 2 sofas that are no fun to sit on ie. stuffing, straps loose, I'm curious how much a job like this would cost

[@the323vlog4]

A lot of it will depend on how easy it is to remove the seat decking…things that Affect this are: Are there decorative tacks that have to come off? Are there layers and layers and layers(dust cover, welt cording, fabric, etc) ? How many staples did the manufacturer use? Is it just the springs that need replacing or the springs and the foam cores? Are there technicians willing to perform the task In Your home or are they going to require to pick it up and work on it at their shop. foam core materials are expensive right now so materials wise, that could add $150. I’d expect it to take 1/2 day if everything goes as planned and it’s just the springs. If the cores need replacement, a full day. In my market, a job like that would average between $400-$800

[@tim7076]

Excellet and fun tutorial to watch

[@the323vlog4]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mqayyum9226]

Hi, my springs are not broken like shown here they just slide out of the hook after a couple of days after i put them back. Any idea what i can do to fix this? Thanks

[@the323vlog4]

Maybe add a new spring clip and make sure the end of the spring is bent to prevent it from sliding out.

[@obg7]

What would be the cost of that repair?

[@AjAllIN]

Well done 👌🏽😭

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching!

[@yazminp3215]

Alot of work but seems worth it

[@tanthiennguyen9308]

Wunderschön Natur

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks

[@suyelahmad2376]

Very nice I'm Sofa mekar ❤

[@the323vlog4]

🙌

[@suyelahmad2376]

@@the323vlog4 thanks

[@mr.standing4christ491]

What's the name of the tools you used? Where was they purchased from? Thanks nice work!!

[@the323vlog4]

Which tool were you specifically interested in? I usually link them in my video description, but I may have forgotten

[@mr.standing4christ491]

@@the323vlog4 Thanks for replying beloved I was interested in them all I think in that one video I watched don't believe it was noted in the description if it was I'm sorry I'll watch again and scroll down and see. thanks a lot for your channel peace and love sent your way!

[@the323vlog4]

@@mr.standing4christ491 yeah, I don’t see them listed. Maybe I had t quite started doing that yet! Here you go: Oscillating tool: amzn.to/3dPOc3b staple remover: amzn.to/3pA6CaD Osborne spring stretcher: amzn.to/3R1wlVa Clamps: amzn.to/3QBGxUq

[@ScottSellsSoCal]

Hello, are you in Southern California? I recognize the 323 is that’s your area code… I have a leather sectional that is 3 pieces… the flexsteel springs of the couches are sagging and it’s only 2 average weight people and adult use. I want to repair them… so much for the “flexsteel lifetime warranty” If you’re local I’d like to get them fixed to last another 5 years or so.

[@the323vlog4]

No, unfortunately we are not. It’s a scripture reference to Colossians 3:23 . Best of luck! Have you tried calling them to see if they can send out a tech?

[@RZ-sh6yi]

Nice job. But, the screws on the frame I would had faced them down to the floor.

[@the323vlog4]

Yeah, it could definitely go both ways, plenty of clearance.

[@dawnscreations1]

What’s that you are using to pull the springs tighter. Also should so change the springs after 15 years or keep the old ones. Thanks nice vidoe

[@the323vlog4]

Thank you so much for watching! This is the spring puller that I use amzn.to/3CGA7MM

[@the323vlog4]

Springs can last a very long time. I would recommend pushing on them to see how the tension feels. I have seen some that have lasted decades. I’ve also seen wire gauge springs that are used in more modern furniture that aren’t worth anything

[@dawnscreations1]

thank you very much

[@the323vlog4]

@@dawnscreations1 you’re welcome!

[@rogeriorodriguez1212]

🙏

[@the323vlog4]

Thanks for watching!

[@LaShawnLatera]

How much would a repair service like this cost?

[@the323vlog4]

a lot of it depends on your specific market and the individuals experience and overhead cost. For my area (central Texas), our hourly Rate is around $80/hr if the item is brought to us. If we repair it on-site, it is more. I’d estimate a repair like this to run a minimum of $300. I can’t remover because it has been a while, but I believe this one was around $400-$500. We picked it up, repaired it our shop and delivered it back

[@davecooke7868]

What if nothings broken ,but still sags?

[@the323vlog4]

It can really be one of two things then. One, it could be cheap springs that are beginning to lose tension, or it could be the foam cores of the seats that are beginning to wear. For your sake, I would hope that it is the foam cores, as they are easier to replace. I would recommend looking around your area and seeing if you can locate a upholstery supplier who has more dense foam. How long have you had the furniture?

[@markkwong9512]

how much did that cost to fix?

[@the323vlog4]

I don’t Quite remember, I would assume around $600-$800 since I picked it up, delivered it and it took around 4 hrs to repair.

[@ladygardner9114]

Where do I go to get the springs?

[@the323vlog4]

Depends on what size you need. You might check Amazon. They’re called sinuous springs. They have various sizes or large rolls of them . You will need bolt cutters to cut them to size

[@ladygardner9114]

@@the323vlog4 thank you!

[@the323vlog4]

@@ladygardner9114 my pleasure

[@joshuadsb9]

You should've laid the sofa on its back so you weren't fighting gravity when you put the polyfill in.

[@the323vlog4]

I don’t remember it ever giving me any trouble honestly, but Ill Try that out sometime and see

[@joshuadsb9]

That's what I do and find it much easier.

[@Fetherko]

You didn't cover the zigzag springs with burlap. ...

[@the323vlog4]

Why would I? The manufacturer has a thick white padding between the springs and decking

[@m.m.m.c.a.k.e]

Furniture is made poorly :sighs: get what you pay for

[@the323vlog4]

I agree!

[@pammacinnes8354]

will you marry me?

[@the323vlog4]

😂

[@Channel_unavailable614]

Still looks like a garage couch throw it away waste of time and money

[@the323vlog4]

Not my problem. If they want to pay for it, that’s their decision.

[@Channel_unavailable614]

You should of done a better job dummy

[@doubleaa658]

Making it the American way not cheap Chinese way