The Upholstery Forum

Hello everyone,

I am working on a very old wingback and all the cardboard panels have rotted away. I cannot seem to find cardboard sheets that are thin enough to bend around the arms but firm enough to offer padding support. I am in NC and any help would be greatly appreciated.

This stuff wouldn't be the same as what the chair had originally, but I have used it for similar things. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Ram-Board-3 ... /202823781. Most lumbar yards have this product or something close to it. It is relatively thin but you could do one layer to get the shape you need, and then use glue to bond additional layers to get the support you need.

"Bag stiffener" may work, it comes in fiberboard or plastic, sold by leather suppliers. Tandy Leather or Springfield leather, etc.

Thanks for your help I am looking into both the Ram Board and bad stiffener. I did find a place in Florida that sells to upholstery shops if anyone else needs it. https://actionup.com/product-category/general/