HeyBub wrote:
Jay Hanig wrote:
On 6/20/2010 2:15 PM, mcp6453 wrote:
My elderly in-laws have a couch that allows you to sink deeply into
it when you sit. Because of their physical infirmities, standing is
difficult. The frame of the couch is in tact. None of the frame is
broken or drooping. The cushions look fine, but I'm sure they have
lost some of their support. My theory is that the springs supporting
the seat cushions are worn.

Assuming that my theory is correct, does it make sense to try to get
the springs replaced? Is there a snowball's chance that a furniture
repair person or an upholsterer would be able to replace the
springs? The sofa is not a sleeper version. It's just a sofa.

The couch is in great condition otherwise, and the in-laws are not
amenable to buying new furniture. Any thoughts?


My last experience with upholsterers convinced me that the next time,
I'll buy new for less.

Is there any way you might be able to set the couch on 4X4s or even
6X6s without it looking really strange? You could probably build a
frame quick and dirty, then staple some material or carpet to it to
conceal it.

Second that. Older folks, myself included, find arising from ordinary
furniture more of a chore than when younger.

Simply adding four inches to the furniture's height is all that's needed to
make it adequate.


The level of the cushions is one issue, but if the springs allow one to
sink in too far, it is another issue. The cushions at the proper level
might be fine, but the springs making the person sitting sink in too
far. Cushions may be at right level but if too soft, require more
effort to stand up.