Fibre Seat Cushions (Equal Sided Taper)

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🧵 How to Measure & Care for a Fibre-Filled Equal-Sided Taper Cushion

Made-to-measure Fibre Seat Cushions (Equal Sided Taper) — the perfect upgrade for built-in benches, window seats, angled nooks, and custom furniture

Custom fibre seat cushions with a tapered shape — wider at the front, narrower at the back — require accurate measuring for a snug, tailored fit. Whether you’re replacing saggy inserts or upgrading from foam, here’s how to measure your cover and keep your new cushion looking and feeling its best.

📏 Measuring a Tapered Cushion Cover – 4 Essential Steps

We don’t work from guesswork or old cushions — just your empty cover. To ensure a well-fitted replacement fibre cushion insert, take these four dimensions:

1️⃣ Front Width – Measure the widest edge of the cover, seam to seam
2️⃣ Back Width – Measure across the narrowest rear edge
3️⃣ Centre Depth – From front to back, taken through the centre — not along the angled side
4️⃣ Border Thickness – The height of the cushion’s side panel or border

👉 Ignore piping, flanges, or decorative trims. Stick to the actual stitched seams for accuracy.

🎯 Why These Measurements Are Critical

Each fibre-filled tapered bench cushion is made to size — we don’t use generic templates. The centre depth tells us how to orientate the fill, ensuring balanced support from front to back. The border thickness, meanwhile, guides how much high-loft hollowfibre we pack in — giving you that just-right plumpness without sagging over time.

This is especially important for areas like window seats and dining benches, where you want both comfort and structure.

🛋️ Fibre Cushion Inserts – Ideal for:

• Replacement fibre seat pads for window seats

• Bench seating in kitchens, alcoves, and bay windows

• Custom builds in campervans, boats, and caravans

• Angled or tapered joinery — anywhere a standard cushion just won’t fit

Looking to replace old foam? Fibre-filled inserts are a great alternative — springy, soft, and less prone to permanent compression. Plus, we offer custom cushion inserts in a wide range of sizes and thicknesses to suit every space.

🪶 Fibre vs Feather: Which Is Right for You?

While feather cushions offer a more relaxed, lived-in feel, fibre cushions provide a hypoallergenic, low-maintenance option with plenty of loft and bounce. Not sure which to choose?
👉 Read our full guide on Feather vs Fibre Cushions

🧼 Looking After Your Fibre Cushion

To keep your replacement fibre cushion inserts in top condition:

✅ Plump It Daily – Maintains fullness and shape
✅ Shake It Out – Helps redistribute the hollowfibre evenly
✅ Rotate Often – Encourages even wear across the whole seat
✅ Avoid Moisture – Fibre can clump if damp; always air dry completely
✅ Spot Clean Only – Use mild detergent and a soft cloth; never soak

💡 Protective removable covers are highly recommended, especially for high-traffic or dining areas. They’re easy to wash and keep the cushion core clean and dry.

📦 Need Help with Measuring or Fit?

If you’re unsure how to measure your equal-sided tapered cushion, or you’d rather not risk it — send us the empty cover. We offer a free fitting service and can even work from a drawing or paper template.

No stress, no second-guessing — just a custom-fit cushion built to suit your space.

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