With current prices, it is much easier and cheaper to sew a mattress with your own hands than to go to the store for an expensive product with the same parameters. The cost of a factory product is high, and the price of fillers required for sewing the structure is cheaper. What you should have in large quantities is time.

DIY foam mattress

People no longer sleep on straw bedding and mattresses, preferring comfortable ones. orthopedic products. The mattress has become an indispensable attribute of any bedroom. Mattress sewing techniques are being improved every year, as manufacturers strive to satisfy all customer requirements. The question of how to sew a mattress yourself is only gaining relevance. If the store is not able to offer a product with the necessary parameters, you can sew a mattress yourself, if you have basic sewing skills and a lot of free time. You should first read the recommendations of specialists and look at several patterns.

Selection of foam rubber for a mattress, material density indicator

Polyurethane foam is considered the optimal filler for homemade mattresses. PPU is also called foam rubber. Synthetic material has several varieties. It differs from each other in such indicators as elasticity, density and rigidity. Other characteristics may also be taken into account. A foam mattress is suitable as a base for sleeping place, because it is able to quickly restore its previous shape and has the necessary elasticity and softness. Main characteristics material - density, by which the quality of foam rubber is determined. The indicator is in the range of 25-40 kg/m3, and when labeling the manufacturer uses latin letters and numbers that indicate the hardness index.

To sew foam mattresses, you should use material with the following markings:

1. VE–HR. Highly elastic foam rubber is used for the manufacture of luxury products and furniture. The model is recommended for use when creating a foam mattress with your own hands and other bedding. The latex filling guarantees proper back support, it is elastic and quite soft.
2. El. High rigidity material. able to withstand a load of 100 kg (El-2240). The cost is reasonable for a service life of 5 years. El-2242 is more wear-resistant and durable, its service life reaches 10 years.
3. ST. Standard material with a density of 25 kg/m3 and higher. Commonly used in the production of products intended for children.

Preparation of materials and tools

To make a foam mattress with your own hands, you will need the following materials and tools:

1. Dense and high-quality foam rubber, before purchasing which you should check for the appropriate markings. You will need to make a frame of appropriate size for the material. Such manipulations will help maintain the original shape of the product longer, increasing its service life.
2. Material markings VE – HR and El can be used in the manufacture of filler. The inner niche in the box is filled with foam rubber, after which auxiliary layers based on coconut coir and others are added. Thus, the orthopedic properties of the product are improved. Preference should be given to solid pieces of padding polyester, which will match the size of the future sleeping place. If it is not possible to purchase a large piece of filler, it is permissible to use several smaller pieces.
3. Adhesive composition. It will be needed for connecting individual layers of fillers and for gluing box elements. You will need a specialized compound that is used to glue layers of foam rubber. One of the purchasing options is Sefox. The composition is recognized as safe, has no foreign odors and holds the material together perfectly. A gun will be needed to evenly distribute the adhesive mass.
4. Before you make a foam mattress with your own hands, you should take care of purchasing the material from which the cover will be made. Viscose, cotton, calico, linen or any other fabric can be used as such material, but only natural ones.

Tools you will need: sewing machine, knife, scissors, tape, tape measure, tape measure.

Making a mattress

After all the tools and materials have been found, you can begin sewing a mattress for the bed with your own hands. Step by step instructions will look like this:

1. First, you should measure your sleeping area and decide on the size of the future mattress.
2. Afterwards you can begin assembling the frame. The design is necessary in order to eliminate possible displacement of the filler to the sides and to keep its shape well. For this you will need dense foam rubber 10 cm thick. In accordance with the dimensions of the frame, bars are made and laid on a clean and flat surface in the shape of a rectangle. The elements are glued together using glue; the composition must be sprayed at the junction points.
3. The filler is laid. When using one large piece of filler 15 cm thick, it is enough to adjust the material to the dimensions of the frame.
4. When using several unequal filler elements, auxiliary manipulations will be needed. If you do not fasten the foam rubber elements together, then over time they will creep apart and the structure will lose appearance. To do this, a protective (bonding) layer is applied based on the adhesive composition used. The material is sprayed over the entire surface of the layer, after which it is attached to the auxiliary layer. Coconut coir and polyurethane foam can be used as such. The result of such work will be a durable structure with orthopedic properties. The surface will be characterized as hard. A mattress consisting of two layers of struttofiber and a layer of foam rubber between them will be no less comfortable.
5. It’s difficult to find foam rubber of the required thickness on the open market, but it won’t be difficult to find thin ones. The solution is simple - glue several layers of polyurethane foam together.

How to sew a mattress cover

In order to make a mattress cover at home, you will need: a sewing machine, thread and a piece of fabric. After the control measurement has been carried out assembled frame With the filler placed, you should start cutting out the individual elements of the cover. The allowance on each side will be 4 cm, which will be needed for the seams. The cover should fit snugly on the mattress, but not overtighten (deform) it. This will help give the structure additional elasticity and strength.

It is impossible to do this on your own, so you will need outside help. At the final stage, one of the sides will be fastened with a pre-sewn zipper. It is not recommended to use buttons. When making a cover, it is recommended to use only natural fabrics that are not capable of causing an allergic reaction. This element is equipped with a zipper, but is not removable. Used as a protective element designed to protect the main structure from contamination. If necessary, a removable mattress cover is made separately.

After sewing the product, it is a good idea to ventilate the mattress. This will help get rid of foreign odors. Anyone who has sewing skills can make a mattress based on foam rubber with their own hands. Only high-quality materials are used as filler.

DIY orthopedic mattress made from pillows

It is a pleasure to use such a handmade product. The compact mattress is conveniently placed in the niche of the closet, provided that its use is not expected in the near future. In order to make a high-quality mattress from pillows yourself you will need:

• five or more pillows of the same size;
• several meters of durable fabric, non-marking, since frequent washing will change the appearance of the product that is placed on the floor covering.

In the absence of the required number of pillows, the elements can be made independently from polyurethane foam (PPU). You will also need cutting scissors and a machine. The table or other work surface should be spacious. If possible, you can use the floor in the room.

Sequence of actions

The working surface is pre-washed and dried. The selected piece of fabric is spread onto the cleaned surface. It is more convenient to work on the floor because there is a lot free space and you can lay out the necessary accessories and tools nearby. To make an orthopedic mattress with your own hands, you will need five pillows. You also need to purchase a 2-meter piece of fabric. Along the right edge of the laid out material, pillows are placed in a row. By folding the piece of fabric in half, the pillows will be covered.

The workpiece is connected using threads or needles. The pillows are carefully removed. A product that has indentation along the edges will look neater. After turning and stitching, the seams will not be visible. The edges are sewn together using a sewing machine. The material is smoothed from the upper front side, after which the distance for each of the pillows is measured using a ruler. Marks on the fabric are applied in the form of lines. Sections should be the same in size. The seam is made along the front side along the previously drawn line. The pillows are placed in manufactured compartments.

To make a handmade product look attractive, you can sew small buttons on the edges. Thus, the material will be securely fastened, and the shell will be removable, which will allow washing at a convenient time. The design is foldable and mobile. This homemade orthopedic mattress can be moved around the house and stored on a shelf.

DIY transformable mattress

There is also another option for creating a transformable mattress with your own hands. To do this, several pillowcases are used, which are sewn together. You can use fabric and batting as filler. The sides equipped with buttons or zippers should be on the same side. After placing the pillows inside the structure, the product is considered ready. Such products are especially popular with children who love to build houses and play there for hours. Mobility and light weight will allow you to do without the participation of an adult, which is important. Adults can rest on this mattress at night. The structure should not be placed in a crib, since the product does not have sufficient orthopedic properties.

Making a mattress using natural materials

Before you make a mattress with your own hands, you should ensure that you have the following materials:

• adhesive composition;
• fabric for sewing a cover;
• filler (the material must be sufficiently elastic);
• sewing machine and other sewing accessories.

In most cases, a single piece of foam rubber is used as a filler. A layer of coconut coir or polyurethane foam will improve the orthopedic qualities of the mattress. A moderately hard surface is more comfortable for the spine. It is also possible to use struttofiber to make mattresses for a crib. In this case, the foam layer will be on one side, and the coconut fiber will be on the opposite side. You will also need a cover. Natural (breathable) fabrics are used to make the structure. Linen or calico are used most often. Upcoming manipulations

Before you begin the upcoming manipulations aimed at sewing a mattress, you should measure the dimensions of the sleeping area. At this stage, a tape measure is used, after which the frame is assembled. Dense polyurethane foam 5-10 cm thick should be used as a base. We sew a mattress 15 cm thick. Less thickness children's mattress will cause discomfort to a child or an adult, depending on the purpose of the structure (play or recreation). Accuracy in dimensions is important, so measurements are taken several times.

The comfort and stability of the future structure will depend on the quality of the materials used. Next, the filler is laid. When using a single piece, a sharp knife (stationery or shoemaker) is used to adjust the material to the dimensions of the frame. You have to cut out an even piece. If several sheets of foam rubber are used, then individual elements glued together with special glue.

How to sew a mattress from cotton wool

Cotton wool is considered a traditional filling for mattresses, however, it is not the best. The porosity of the material is high. It is not possible to maintain the indicator, since it does not have sufficient elasticity. Before sewing a mattress (for children or adults) from cotton wool, you should think about additional layers that do not have the listed disadvantages. Such structures cannot be used as a sleeping place for a child, since they do not have orthopedic properties. Sewing a mattress cover is not difficult; it is much more difficult to fill the structure with the selected filler.

Sequence of actions:

1. You should decide on the dimensions of the future design. Afterwards, individual elements are cut out from durable cotton fabric. Allowance is made for seams of 5 cm, which are folded and stitched. One of the ends is left open.
2. The cotton wool is laid in thin layers, each fragment is pressed. The surface should be uniform. The next layer is laid on top of the previous one until the required thickness is achieved.
3. The layer is stitched with loose seams. Only very thin layers hold up well.
4. The cover turns out and folds up. The cotton wool is folded into a loose roll.
5. The end of the roll is applied to the sewn end of the cover. The corners are inserted into the mattress pad, after which the roll is covered with a cover. It's difficult to do something like this alone. Make sure you have an extra pair of hands.
6. The free ends are stitched. This is done using a sewing machine.

Arrangement of a sleeping place does not necessarily require purchase new bed. You can make a mattress with your own hands from available and fairly cheap materials, equipping wooden frame new soft element.

How to make a foam mattress?

Polyurethane foam (foam rubber) is a modern and already time-tested stuffing material upholstered furniture. It is easy to make both sofa cushions and a simple mattress for a night's rest. The main work is correct connection several layers with different densities or selecting a single thick plate of the required rigidity. It depends on the requirements for the sleeping place.

How to choose the right foam rubber, given its density?

Selecting density looks difficult only for a beginner. You can determine the density of foam rubber by its markings. There are only 6 types of material used for the manufacture of bedding and furniture padding:

1. HS is soft and is sometimes used for the top layer of furniture cushions or mattresses. Not suitable for making stuffing separately.
2. ST - standard, can withstand loads of up to 25 kg, used for children's furniture or as the previous one. To make mattresses only from it, you should choose the maximum density (35 kg/m³). But this material is only suitable for a teenager or an adult weighing up to 85 kg. Its wear resistance is low, the filler lasts for 5 years.
3. EL - increased rigidity. Compared to the previous one, it has greater rigidity with the same density. Suitable for people weighing up to 100 kg, if you take a density of at least 28-30 kg/m³. With a higher density, it may be suitable for those who are fuller, but it is better to prefer other brands.
4. HL - a density of more than 40 kg/m³ allows you to make springless mattresses and sofa cushions with your own hands only from this material. It is suitable for people weighing more than 100 kg, but may be uncomfortable for people with less weight (the bed is too hard). When used as a base and covered with soft stamps, it allows you to make a comfortable sleeping place. It can be used for up to 10 years without signs of destruction. The main disadvantage is the high price.
5. HR is highly elastic, has good load-bearing capacity, and is comfortable for people of any weight, depending on the density of the material. For an average adult (about 100 kg), choose the 55 kg/m³ marking. This mattress can last 15 years.
6. VE is a viscoelastic, innovative material with a body shape memory effect. Anatomical mattresses are not always comfortable, so before choosing, it is better to evaluate the quality of the product by lying on it. To assemble polyurethane sleep accessories, a density of 50 kg/m³ is used.

To determine the required material by its marking, you need to read 2 Latin letters at the beginning of the code (marking according to the listed properties). Density is indicated by the first 2 digits after the letter code. The last 2 digits are the hardness.

Preparation of materials and tools

Before working on making a mattress for a bed, you need to prepare the following:

• polyurethane foam of increased rigidity (HL, EL) for the frame;
• fillers from grades of polyurethane foam suitable for the owner’s build;
• tape measure, long ruler and marker;
• sharp knife;
• glue for foam rubber;
• fabric for the cover (jacquard, bamboo, etc.);
• zipper for the case;
• sewing machine, thread, scissors.

Calculation of materials is carried out according to measurements taken from inside bed box. Rigid polyurethane foam for the frame is placed only around the perimeter of the product, so its quantity is calculated according to total length all sides and the height of the future product. The thickness of this material is optimal within 5 cm. The filler plates are selected according to the person’s weight; the thickness can be any (if there are no thick plates, several thin ones are glued together until the mattress reaches the desired thickness).

With a layered structure, you can additionally use latexed coconut fiber or stiffer brands of foam rubber if you need a dense and elastic mattress. When using thick, hard materials high density It is allowed to manufacture a frameless product from 1-2 layers of polyurethane foam.

Execution technology

The cutting and assembly of the product is carried out using the following technology:

1. Cut the strips for the frame and glue them together, forming the outline of a rectangle.
2. To fill a foam mattress, cut out the main layers, measuring the distances between the walls of the frame. If there are no solid slabs of the required size, you can assemble a layer from individual bars. In this case, it is necessary to make only the bottom layer—the base—solid. Cutting is carried out according to the measurements taken, cutting through the elastic material with a stationery or breadboard knife. Cut thick slabs in several steps, gradually deepening the cut.
3. Place the base part in the frame shell and glue it to it along the perimeter.
4. Make inner layers from solid or composite slabs, filling the frame to the top cut. If desired top layer make it from a soft material, about 5 cm thick, or from latex coconut fiber (hard foam mattress). When laying, all parts are glued to each other and to the frame shell.

After assembly, dry the product according to the instructions for the adhesive.

Sewing a cover

The cover is a non-removable part. After stretching it onto the glued mattress foam, the open seams are sewn up. The cover serves for additional strength of the product and tightens all parts, giving the mattress its shape. You can sew a mattress cover with your own hands from any upholstery fabric. There are special quilted materials with a thin layer of padding polyester or batting.

Cutting is carried out in accordance with the length, height and width measurements taken from the foam filling. Allowances are made only on the seams: the cover should fit tightly onto the padding, without gaps or folds. Often, tape is passed along the seams so that they do not stretch during use and the product does not become deformed.

Sew the top and bottom panels to the side strip, leaving an open seam for stretching over the foam part. Wrinkling the elastic material, cover it with fabric covering and straighten the surfaces and edges. It is more convenient to carry out this work with an assistant. Sew open seams with hidden stitches.

How to make a mattress pad?

The technology for manufacturing a removable cover is similar to that shown for a non-removable one. The difference is the clasp, which makes it easy to remove the shell for washing. Measurements are taken for the height, width and length of the mattress. To make a fastener, you need a long zipper (or 2 short ones). You can sew it into the seam, but more often they make additional parts for the side surface:

• determine the middle of each short side of the upper part and mark it on the side;
• determine the middle line of the sidewall itself (along the height of the product) and connect the points through 1 long side of the mattress;
• cut out 3 parts for the side of the mattress cover: 1 solid, wide across the entire height of the mattress, and 2 narrow, equal to ½ the height.

The length of each sidewall part is equal to ½ the perimeter of the mattress. When cutting out narrow parts, make additional hem allowances when sewing in a zipper (1 cm). Sew the mattress cover in the following order:

1. Stitch the short edges of the strips for the side panel. Half of it will be solid, and the other half will be made of 2 narrow parallel strips.
2. Sew in a zipper, connecting the edges of 2 narrow parts.
3. Sew the top and bottom pieces to the side. The zipper is located from the middle of one short side to the other, capturing 2 corners of the product.
4. Unscrew through the unzipped zipper. Place the finished mattress cover on the mattress, straighten the corners and edges, and fasten the zipper.

How to make a mattress smaller at home?

If the mattress is slightly larger than the bed frame, it can be made smaller. The easiest way to do this is with a foam rubber product. To shrink a foam mattress with your own hands, rip out the seam on the side that protrudes beyond the box. Use a sharp cutter to cut off part of the filler and repair the seams manually.

If the filler has a complex structure (with a frame), then the shell made of dense polyurethane foam must be preserved, cutting off the excess from indoor unit. Then cut off the excess length on the shell and glue all the parts together.

If there are spring blocks inside the purchased mattress, you will have to rip out the seams and carefully peel back the inner coverings. Disconnect 1 spring block, cut off the excess parts to fit the remaining product and restore the seams.

How to make a mattress harder or softer?

If sleeping on a purchased mattress does not bring relaxation, the reason may be the incorrect hardness of the filler. You can increase it using a plate of latex coir or a thin layer of high-density foam rubber. Reduce using a soft layer of the required thickness. It is not recommended to make an additional cover thicker than 10 cm. After installing the additional layer, you will need to adjust the height of the cover. To do this, replace the side part, cutting out a wider strip. They attach it instead of the former one and fit the modified product.

How to make an orthopedic mattress?

To make an orthopedic mattress with your own hands, you will need a ready-made spring block. Its dimensions should be 3-5 cm smaller than the box around the perimeter. Assembly is made from 2 solid plates of the top and bottom, several parts of the sidewall (width equal to overall height product) and spring blocks in the middle of the frame made of soft materials. To protect the foam from springs, 2 additional layers of batting or felt are needed.

A polyurethane foam base is placed on the floor, covered with a layer of batting and a spring block is placed, aligned with all edges. Sidewall strips are glued to the edges, connecting along the perimeter. Cover the springs with batting and place the top foam layer with glue applied. Dry and cover with cloth.

DIY pillow mattress

For a child, you can make a mattress from pillows. For the cover, several pillowcases are connected (depending on the size of the product). You need to place a finished pillow in each of them. If desired, you can cut squares of the appropriate size from polyurethane foam with low rigidity.

Prices for orthopedic mattresses may seem quite high - people want to sleep on good quality and comfortable mattresses, but not everyone is ready to pay a lot of money for it.

What to do in such a difficult situation? There are three options:

• Purchase a similar mattress from a little-known manufacturer;
• Buy an inflatable orthopedic mattress;
• Make an orthopedic mattress with your own hands.

Is it really that profitable?

By purchasing a mattress from a little-known manufacturer, we get a product that is not much different from the products of famous brands. Large manufacturers spend a lot of money on advertising and promotion of their product, including advertising costs in the cost of mattresses. Little-known companies, as a rule, operate in local markets and do not aggressively promote their products - which is why prices for mattresses are lower.

Minus this method is that some little-known companies produce extremely low-quality mattresses that are unable to compete even with the cheapest models from well-known brands.

By making an orthopedic mattress with our own hands, we will receive certain benefits. The raw materials are cheaper than a finished mattress, and we will have virtually no additional costs. Depending on the cost of materials, we we can save up to half the cost of a finished mattress. Let's figure out what we need to make an orthopedic mattress with our own hands.

In order to make an orthopedic mattress ourselves, we will need raw materials - the main budget will be spent on their purchase. We will make a springless mattress, since purchasing blocks of independent springs will be quite problematic, and classic spring blocks will not add orthopedic properties to our mattress.

To make a mattress we will need:

• Dense polyurethane foam for lateral support;
• Main filler;
• Dense material for making a cover.

Dense polyurethane foam laid along the edge of the mattress will act as a holding box. Thanks to it, the mattress will keep its shape well. And in the middle of the mattress there will be filler.

We can choose the same polyurethane foam as a filler. It is advisable to get a solid piece that is suitable both in thickness and side dimensions. If you have the desire and opportunity, you can try to look for coconut fiber, laying it in turn with polyurethane foam. The result is a mattress with increased rigidity that is beneficial for the spine. We can also design a mattress with different hardness of the sides - coconut coir will lie on one side, and polyurethane foam on the other.

Together with polyurethane foam, we can use dense struttofiber material. It has an interesting structure with vertical fibers and provides decent support for the spine. This material should be located at the top and bottom, and in the middle we can lay polyurethane foam or a mixture of polyurethane foam and coconut slabs.

As for the cover, preference should be given to dense natural fabrics. For example, it could be calico or natural linen.

The most difficult part to obtain is the filling materials - this will be the most difficult part of the mattress making process.

Let's start making the mattress

When making an orthopedic mattress with our own hands, we need to prepare the following tools:

• Sewing machine;
• Roulette;
• Scissors and a sharp knife;
• Glue.

We will need a sewing machine to sew a cover, a tape measure to measure materials, and scissors and sharp knife we will cut our fillers. As for the glue, it is necessary for gluing individual layers of fillers - here we need some kind of glue that is safe for health and does not emit harmful toxins and odors. Recommendations on this issue can be obtained from a furniture repair shop.

Before starting work, you need to measure the dimensions of your sleeping place- they will be equal to the size of our future mattress. After this, we begin assembling a frame made of dense polyurethane foam, which will provide support for the filler from the sides and help the mattress hold its rectangular shape. To do this, we use dense polyurethane foam with a thickness of 50 to 100 mm. The approximate thickness of the mattress should be 14-15 cm - a smaller thickness will not increase comfort.

The next stage is laying the filler. If you are lucky enough to get a solid piece of polyurethane foam suitable thickness, measure the dimensions of the free space in the resulting frame, and then cut out the corresponding piece of polyurethane foam - here you will need a sharp knife, for example, a stationery knife or a shoe knife.

If you decide to use a combined filling, then the individual sheets of filling will need to be glued together so that the finished mattress is dense and does not “walk” under the weight of the person lying on top. To do this, we use safe, odorless glue, otherwise it will simply be impossible to sleep on the mattress.

Did you manage to get only thin polyurethane foam? No problem - glue the individual layers into a single structure using glue. But don’t even think about using scraps and small pieces of polyurethane foam for stuffing - the base of the mattress should be closer to a monolith, and not consist of miniature elements, like a cheap foam model.

After the stuffing is ready, we place it in our frame and begin sewing the cover. To do this, we take measurements of the resulting mattress and measure out two pieces of fabric - don’t forget to leave some extra space for the seams and the thickness of the side parts(approximately 3 cm is allocated for the seams on each side). The cover should be quite dense - it should be put on the filling with the frame with some difficulty to make the mattress strong and elastic. The seams of the cover should remain inside.

To sew the cover, only natural fabrics and thick threads are used. Natural fabrics will ensure the absence of allergies and irritations, and strong threads will ensure the durability of the manufactured cover. It is quite possible that you will need someone's help to tighten the cover. After stretching, the cover needs to be sewn up (if necessary, sew in a zipper on one side).

By the way, this will be a permanent cover, non-removable. Therefore, it is recommended to sew a removable cover on top of it, equipped with zippers around the perimeter or on two adjacent sides - at any time this cover can be removed and sent for washing. If you are too lazy to bother with another cover, buy a mattress cover, but in this case you need to be prepared for additional expenses - the cheapest way is to sew the cover yourself.

After the mattress is ready, you need to let it air a little in the open air - to do this, you can take it out to the balcony or loggia, where the unpleasant odors will disappear from it.

In conclusion, here are some tips:

• Accurately measure the dimensions of the components and the dimensions of the sleeping area - the mattress should be dense and not falling apart. Yes and in its place it should lie tightly, without moving to the sides;
• Do not make mattresses from foam rubber and batting - these materials will not allow you to create a mattress with orthopedic properties and anatomical effect;
• Do not use synthetic fabrics for sewing covers - they can cause allergic reactions and irritation;
• Do not use for self-made orthopedic mattresses, Bonnel spring blocks - on their basis it is almost impossible to create normal mattresses with orthopedic properties.

Comfort and convenience while sleeping is important aspects, which allow the body to gain strength at night. The bed and mattress should be comfortable, the purchase of which often causes financial difficulties. Making a mattress with your own hands is an opportunity to save money, use necessary materials and interesting work.

We create a comfortable mattress ourselves

This interesting process has a number of advantages. It is simple and does not require additional study of implementation technology. The materials are available options. You can choose the size, height, and softness of the product yourself.

Creating a sleeping area depends on personal preference. It is important to understand that with my own hands The following products can be manufactured:

• Orthopedic mattress;
• Foam;
• Using pillows.

These are the most common options that do not require special tools and materials that cannot be purchased in a store.

Foam rubber is a common filler on the modern market. It is accessible and can be purchased by each of us. The second name for the synthetic material is polyurethane foam. Many people often wonder about using polyurethane foam in a mattress - what is it? PPU, foam rubber or polyurethane foam is constantly being improved as a material and it is no longer worth comparing the properties of today's material and the material of ten years ago. Scientists are constantly working on the composition of the material and they have managed to bring its performance closer to the standard safety level.

Exists large number types of this filler, they all differ in their performance properties:

• Elasticity;
• Stiffness;
• Densities.

Selection of foam rubber for a mattress (foam rubber density)

The material selected as a filling element meets certain requirements that contribute to obtaining good result. Foam rubber in mandatory It should be elastic and soft, and quickly return to its original form after use. Quality assessment is determined by the density of the product, for a mattress ideal options values ​​in the range of 25-40 kg/m 3 are considered. The selection of filler begins with taking into account its labeling.

Preparation of materials and tools

The purchase of the required materials depends on the choice of purpose of the finished product. For the stationary model, additional spring blocks are purchased. For portable version You only need polyurethane foam. Construction using the following materials and tools:

• Dense foam rubber - required to create a frame;
• Filler, which is designated by the markings EL, HR and VE;
• It is possible to supplement the structure with coconut coir or other materials;
• Glue for fixing the product, purchased specifically for foam rubber;
• Fabric (natural materials are great).

As additional tools You will need a tape measure, a knife, scissors, and a machine for sewing a cover.

Before manufacturing the product, you need to measure the sleeping area. Next, the frame itself is assembled; for this, a body is made of dense polyurethane foam, the thickness of which should be at least 5 cm. The bars of the material must be laid out on a flat surface, then they are glued together.

Foam rubber in the form of scraps will not be a good filler; the base must be solid.

How to sew a mattress cover?

This is the next step in making a mattress, for which you will need fabric, a sewing machine and threads matched to the color. The filled frame is measured and the parts are cut out, leaving three cm on each side for the seam. The cover must fit snugly to the product and it must be tightened with outside help. It is necessary to have a zipper for comfortable cleaning of the mattress.

It is necessary to select natural fabric as a material, since it is not allergenic.

To keep your homemade mattress clean, you need to sew a mattress cover.

This type of product can also be made at home yourself. Only spring blocks will be required, and as a filler you need to purchase felt and coconut coir. First, the springs are tied together for alignment, then several layers of felt are applied, which are glued together. The next stage is laying out the coir.

The coconut filling should be no thicker than two centimeters.

Additionally, you can add artificial latex, which can be replaced with foam rubber. Alternating layers depends on personal needs.

And for a complete understanding of how to make a mattress at home yourself, you can watch this video:

DIY pillow mattress

This is the most interesting and budget option portable mattress. It sews quickly and easily. To do this, you need to purchase several pillowcases, the quantity is determined by the person. Then sew them together and insert soft, cheap pillows. This is a great option suitable for children.

How to sew a mattress cover?

This part perfectly protects the mattress from dirt and reduces wear. You can make the model in the form of a regular bag; all you need to do is take the fabric and wrap the mattress, and then sew the seams. A more complex option is a sheet with an elastic band; this requires sewing it along the edge of the cut fabric. The material for the product is selected to be wear-resistant and easy to clean.

How to make a mattress smaller at home?

Alteration of the product may be required if a mattress is purchased or manufactured without preliminary measurements of the bed. It is important to understand that this must be done carefully. If there are no springs in the product, then the seams are simply ripped out and excess filler is removed. In the opposite case, you need to remove the excess spring block. Next, the seams are carefully sealed and the mattress is ready for use.

How to make a mattress harder or softer?

It is important to understand that if you feel discomfort in your sleep due to an uncomfortable mattress, you need to make adjustments to it. It is possible to make the mattress softer or harder. This is done using a mattress pad. To increase rigidity, coconut coir is used as a filler, and for additional softness, foam rubber can be added. The thickness of the product should not exceed 10 cm, otherwise discomfort will occur.

Considering the possibilities modern man who is not limited in purchasing materials for his experiments, then sewing a mattress and its accessories is a simple task that requires only perseverance. The main thing is to choose the right insides of the product, purchase high-quality fabric for finishing and do the work carefully and carefully. The process itself will not cause difficulties, and even children can participate in some processes. It's important to remember that finished product needs to be thoroughly dried in the fresh air.

It is inconvenient to sleep on the sofa all the time: even structures equipped with a “ French folding bed", are inferior in comfort to beds with an orthopedic mattress. If, in addition to organizing a comfortable sleep, you need somewhere to seat guests, you cannot do without a piece of furniture with a backrest that can accommodate several people. Then it’s worth making something like a sofa out of the bed - making a soft headboard (back), sewing removable covers from a suitable furniture fabric.

As you can see, both are in demand in everyday life. furniture product, making a choice between them is difficult. It’s good if the size of the apartment allows you to add a sofa and bed, but what if not? In this case, you need to figure out how to sew a mattress for a sofa or make soft back with bed cover.

Fabric selection

The fabric should not only look stylish, but also be easy to wash. Quite often, even in fabric catalogs, only dry cleaning or dry cleaning is indicated as a method of cleaning textile material. However, as practice shows, this does not mean that washing is contraindicated.

To avoid sewing again, purchase a small piece of fabric you like and wash it in washing machine at a water temperature of 30°C (flocked fabric will not survive washing - it will peel off, don’t even try to use it).

Measure the cut before washing - further comparison will show whether shrinkage has occurred. Assess for discoloration, appearance or absence of lint. If the results of the experiments are positive, this piece of fabric will come in handy: you can use it to upholster a chair or make a cover for a sofa cushion.

• Since furniture fabric is not cheap, sew the invisible part of the cover from calico.
• Before cutting, the fabric should be washed, especially calico, which noticeably decreases in size. In addition, the calico must be ironed with steam.
• To determine the required amount of material, lay out the patterns on a checkered sheet. Don't forget to reserve material for shrinkage when cutting.

Mattresses are different

Annoying misunderstandings happen even in the home of perfectionists, so the sofa and bed need protection from dirt. If you don’t want to do anything, buy a sheet with an elastic band of a suitable size. She can handle minor stains quite well, but any spilled liquid is too much for her. Cleaning a sleeping place is quite problematic; changing it every time is too expensive.

What to do? It is best to sew a cover yourself - a purchased one may not fit in size and will sit on your mattress like a “new thing from someone else’s shoulder.” After all, mattresses differ in size and shape of corners (rounded and straight), and covers differ in the way they are sewn.

The ideal cover fits the mattress tightly, protects it as much as possible from dirt and is easy to wash.

A good solution is to protect the sofa or bed with an additional thin mattress about 5 cm thick. It is easy to make it yourself from foam rubber (cheaper option), polyurethane foam, artificial or natural latex (more expensive option). Such a mattress can be washed in the bathroom or simply made a new one. Why? The cost of replacing it is much less than purchasing an orthopedic mattress or re-upholstering a sofa.

Making a thin foam mattress

A sheet of foam rubber (density not lower than 25) can be easily cut with a sharp knife. Most often used for this operation construction knife with replaceable blades. This is done like this:

1. The sheet of foam rubber is marked with a marker (felt-tip pen), and marks are placed.
2. Using a wooden plank, all marks are connected by a straight line.
3. Under the place of the future cut we place some unnecessary hard cloth (a scrap of board, a piece of thick cardboard, etc.).
4. Taking the knife strictly vertically, make the cut with leisurely, precise, strong movements.
5. We check the depth of the cut: we push the resulting hole apart with our fingers and cut the foam rubber to the bottom.

If there are a lot of burrs at the cut site, the tip of the blade (or the whole thing) should be replaced. Curvilinear cuts are made in the same way: a pattern is applied, markings are made on it, excess foam rubber is cut off with a vertically mounted knife, the resulting cut will not be ideal, but quite acceptable. If necessary, foam rubber can be easily glued together, the resulting seam will be strong and elastic.

Pay attention! When heated, foam rubber releases cyanogen-containing substances that are hazardous to health, damaging the respiratory and respiratory systems even in small doses. nervous system. Therefore, hot cutting of this material at home is categorically unacceptable.

Cover for a thin mattress made of calico or satin

It is acceptable to use ready-made quilted fabric (the composition is more natural, containing cotton), used for making linings or sewing bedspreads. We begin work by taking dimensions: length, width and height. To avoid creating unnecessary seams, we take the fabric as a single piece. Remember that natural materials shrink noticeably; after washing, a piece 2 m long may shrink by 10 centimeters. Therefore, it is best to wash the fabric first.

Leave a 1.5 cm seam allowance. To cut the fabric evenly, we wrap the remainder over the main part and even out the edges. Holding it with your hand, slightly pull the fabric towards you with scissors and make a cut.

We fold the piece of fabric along the fold line, rounding the corners as on a mattress. Sew the cover around the perimeter on sewing machine, we pass the edges with a zigzag or overlock.

On the shorter side we leave a hole for installing a zipper, a space at the edges of 20 to 30 cm. We iron the fabric in this place, and after preliminary basting we sew in a zipper using a machine.

There is almost no sliding of the fabric on the foam rubber, so carefully, without tugging, we pull the cover onto the mattress. We tighten the fabric, straighten the corners, then pick up the folds and tighten them again, after which we fasten the zipper.

Cover for a thin mattress made of upholstery fabric

To ensure that our fabric covering neatly covers the mattress on all sides, after marking the corners, we mark the auxiliary lines of the detailed pattern. Applying the pattern, we round the corners of the upper part, do the same with the corners of the lower part (hems) and draw a straight line at 45°, following through the intersection points of the lines indicating the height of the mattress.

Cover for orthopedic mattress made of furniture fabric

The side of the cover is essentially a long ribbon. If there is not enough fabric for it, sew it from several pieces. Make sure there are no seams on the visible front, or make the seams symmetrical.

2A+2B is not an exact size (the difference appears due to the presence of rounded corners), the side part will be longer, the excess is simply cut off. To calculate the length more strictly, you can measure the perimeter of the upper part.

We process the edges of the allowances with a zigzag (if the fabric frays), the seam allowances are folded onto the calico and stitched along the edge. It is sewn in front of the top, the sections are processed and stitched, just like the sides. Upper part The cover is ready.

Baste and sew the sides. Fold the seam allowances down and stitch them off, making an indent of 2 mm. We sew a piece of calico to the side, immediately stitching the area previously left unsewn, and sew along the edge.

A double hem with a closed cut approximately 2 cm wide is made along the entire bottom edge, secured with a stitch, 2 to 3 cm is left unstitched for laying the elastic.