🧠 Foam4U Knowledge Hub

Welcome to the Foam4U Knowledge Hub — your go-to source for expert guides, how-to advice, and product insights on everything foam, fabric and upholstery.

Whether you’re restoring an Ercol sofa, re-cushioning a caravan dinette, or building custom seating for your boat, you’ll find clear, practical advice written by professionals who’ve been in the trade for decades.

From understanding foam grades and densities to choosing the right adhesive, Dacron, or stockinette, our Knowledge Hub gives you the know-how to get the job done right — the first time.

🪑 What You’ll Find Here:

  • Foam Guides – Learn how to select, measure and maintain your foam cushions

  • Fabric & Covers – Compare indoor, outdoor and water-resistant materials

  • Upholstery Tools & Tips – From staple guns to hammers, find what the pros use

  • DIY Inspiration – Step-by-step projects for home, van, or marine refurbishments

  • Care & Maintenance – Keep your cushions, fabrics and foam looking like new

Each article links directly to our relevant product ranges, so you can read, learn, and order what you need — all in one place.

🛠️ Explore. Learn. Create.
Because at Foam4U, we don’t just sell foam — we help you make something great with it.

The Ultimate Dog Bed Guide – 20 Questions Every Owner Asks

Posted by Mark Harris

A dog’s bed isn’t just a cushion on the floor – it’s their home inside your home. Owners ask a lot of questions before buying one, and rightly so. Here are the 20 most common questions answered in plain English. 📏 1. What size dog bed does my dog need? Measure nose-to-tail when they’re stretched […]

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How to Measure for Perfectly Fitted Foam Cushions.

Posted by Mark Harris

Perfectly fitted foam cushions

📏 Why Accurate Measuring Matters (what happens if your measurements are wrong?) A perfect fit starts with accurate measurements. Even a few millimetres off can make the difference between a cushion that sits neatly in its cover and one that bulges, wrinkles, or looks baggy. Good measuring means: Not a fan of measuring? Our Cushion […]

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Foam Care & Maintenance: How to Make Cushions Last Longer

Posted by Mark Harris

🛋 Why Cushion Care Matters Foam cushions aren’t just there to make sitting softer — they directly influence how you sit. Poor posture, especially over months or years, can cause or worsen back pain. In many cases, the culprit isn’t your back at all, but the furniture you’re sitting on. Good foam care & maintenance […]

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Posted by Mark Harris

Fibre back cushions need to be oversized to fill out the cover properly. This guide explains how to take accurate measurements and get the right fit when ordering replacements. 🪑 Replacing Fibre Back Cushions? They need more fill than you think Fibre compresses very easily. If you order a cushion to the exact size of […]

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Caravan, Campervan & Boat

Posted by Mark Harris

Foam4U Unveils Tailored Comfort: Your Ultimate Guide to Customized Mattresses for Adventures” Welcome to the Foam4U blog, where we embark on a journey into the world of bespoke comfort for caravans, campervans, boats, and motorhomes. With over a century of expertise, Foam4U takes pride in crafting premium mattresses, cushions, and upholstery designed to elevate your […]

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Rg50 Firm

Posted by Mark Harris

Without a double the best foam for a Pop-Top. There a 3 elements to support Firmness, Density & Volume. Given most Pop-Top are less than 5cm thick one of the three elements (volume) is greatly reduced hence why a firm, high density foam is a good choice. Don’t be put off with the notion of […]

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