Used furniture will experience wear and tear throughout the years, but that doesn’t mean it’s ready for the junkyard. If your sofa cushions are sunken in, there are several ways to fix the problem without purchasing a new piece of furniture. Try these tips to restore your sofa cushions back to a comfortable and eye-pleasing state.

How to Correct a Sunken Sofa

1. Flip & Fluff the Cushions

Moving the cushions around is sometimes the easiest solution to misshaped furniture. Flip and fluff the cushions regularly, and you might be able to keep uncomfortable body dents from forming. 

2. Replace the Stuffing

Eventually, your cushions will lose their shape to the point that no amount of fluffing and rotating helps. Consider investing in foam and down materials to re-stuff your cushions. Both fillings are firm and bouncy and can make your used furniture more comfortable.

3. Secure the Foundation

The base beneath your cushions might need reinforcing. Cut a piece of thick plywood to place under the cushions. If you don’t want to try the plywood fix, add thick blankets flat beneath the cushions for extra padding. 

4. Repair the Frame

The cushions may not be the problem. Inspect the used furniture’s frame for missing or broken pieces. If the slats are broken, you can buy replacements at your local hardware store. Otherwise, it may be time for fresh furniture. 

If your sofa can’t be fixed, it’s time to buy a new one. You’ll find a large selection of discounted new and used furniture at Salvage Warehouse in Lincoln, NE. With new pieces arriving daily, their 100,000-square-foot showroom features everything from sofas to recliners as well as a variety of appliances. Stop by their Lincoln showroom or their Grand Island, NE, location to browse pieces, or call (402) 466-8294 for hours. You can also view inventory online.