Fabric Yardage Chart:

Use this yardage chart to figure out and estimate how much fabric yargade you will need for your upholstery project.

This fabric yardage conversion chart is a great starting point, but each upholstery situation is unique so here are some things to consider. If your fabric has a big motif, a large repeat, or is directional, it's best to buy extra.

When working with large repeats, the rule of thumb is to buy the pattern's suggested amount of fabric plus enough extra to cover one full repeat for every 5 yards. You will also need extra yardage if you are cutting fabric on the bias.

When in doubt, add an extra yard. It's always better to have a bit more than not enough. Popular and unusual fabric patterns can sell-out quickly at our discounted prices, so it's best to get a bit more than you need when it's readily available. It hurts to have to pay the full price for it later. You can buy Fabric by the Yard at Modern Fabrics.

How much upholstery fabric do I need?

• Dining Room Chair Bottoms : 3/4 yard of 54 inch fabric will do 2 standard chair bottoms.
• Slipcover: 2 cushion sofa - 16 yards
• Slipcover: 3 cushion sofa - 18 yards
• Slipcover: 6 cushion sofa - 22 yards
• Slipcover: 2 cushion love seat - 13 yards
• Slipcover: Wing chair - 10 yards
• Slipcover: Ottoman - 3.5 yards
• Single window 84" length panels: 5 yards gives you 2 - 90" cuts (allow extra for larger patterns)
• Double window 84" length panels: 10 yards gives you 4 - 90" cuts (allow extra for larger patterns)
• Shower curtain - 5 yards
• Shower valance - 3 yards

Use this chart as a guide only.
This chart is based on 54 inch wide fabric and does not include fabric repeat.