We often hear from people who are confused when deciding what foam to use for their cushions. It's no surprise, there are so many technical factors and product features to consider when making this decision. We want to provide you with easy to understand information and friendly advice, to make the process of replacing your foam cushions a breeze!

We are industry experts when it comes to foam - We have a huge stocked warehouse in Sydney, where we ship foam cushions everyday around Australia.

When it comes to furniture, comfort is everything. However a cushion that is comfortable for one person can feel completely differently to another person.

There is also a big difference in the density and quality of different foam cushions, which determine how comfortable and durable the cushion will be. Many cheap foam cushions may feel firm or comfortable at first, but after very little use, they collapse and are no longer supportive. For this reason it is extremely important to be aware of the density and grade of the foam that is used.

Some important factors to consider when choosing the foam material for your cushions:

Where is your foam being used?

Different foam grades are designed for different applications. As a seat cushion bears more weight than a back cushion, higher density foam is needed, if the foam is to retain its shape and support for many years. Our cut foam calculator has an “Application” dropdown, which allows you to select where your foam will be used. Based on your selection and the thickness you require, we will recommend the grades we suggest you use. If you would like to discuss which foam is right for your application, please contact our team.

What is the difference between Density & Firmness?

Density: A foam’s density refers to how much it weighs per cubic metre. Higher density foam grades have more foam per cubic metre, where as lower density foams have less foam and more air bubbles. When you buy a higher density foam grade, it will be more expensive because you are literally getting more foam for your money. Having a higher density also means the foam will keep its shape, structure and firm feel for longer.

Hardness: The hardness of the foam is a measure of the feel of the foam. This is measured in Newtons. This is often a matter of preference rather than quality. The harder the foam is the firmer it will feel. However just because a foam feels firm, doesn’t mean it is high density or that it will continue feeling firm after prolonged usage. Keep reading for more information about foam grades and how to compare them.

What do the codes next to the foam grades mean?

Every foam grade has a code eg. N31-190. We list these numbers next to the description of the foam grade. The first number ‘31’ refers to the density, the higher this number the denser the foam. The second number represents the firmness, the higher this number the firmer the foam.

 

As you can see, choosing foam for your furniture can be a very confusing task. However with the help of our online foam calculator we are here to make the process as straightforward as possible.  So if you require any assistance interpreting the technical jargon or deciding what foam would be best for your project, please contact us and we would be happy to help!

We ship foam cushions from our Sydney warehouse, around Australia.