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mjf451
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03/11/2010 5:45 am  

Hi guys,

I have a great Papa Bear chair, but the seat cushion foam is badly deteriorating. My upholsterer has said he can open it up and replace the innards without ruining the cover. My question is: can someone tell me what the internal foam should be like? I want to give the upholsterer some idea of how he should replicate the foam, but I haven't a clue myself. I'm guessing it's some combination of varying foam densities, but if anyone has more expertise, I'd appreciate some pointers.

I have emailed PP Mobler about it and also spoken to the local PP authorized dealer, but have not heard anything back. Can anyone offer some tips?

Thanks!

Mike


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03/11/2010 7:00 am  

If the original foam is all...
If the original foam is all crunchy dry, then it is definitely latex. I'm not sure they had a lot of different densities back then. It's not a thick cushion, right? I think a medium density would probably be pretty comfortable for most people.
I just got some firm and soft density latex, 3" thick, from foamsource.com and the soft doesn't feel drastically different from the firm, for what it's worth.
http://www.foamsource.com


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Pegboard Modern
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03/11/2010 7:22 pm  

Uniform
The density of the foam in your seat cushion would be uniform, not varied. As spanky said, you can simply replace it with a good quality medium to firm density foam. The cushion just gives an added measure of comfort, the webbing is what supports the sitter. If your chair is all original, you may what to also have the webbing tightened or replaced if it is sagging or deteriorating.


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mjf451
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04/11/2010 12:21 am  

Spanky, Pegboard, thank you...
Spanky, Pegboard, thank you for the info. This will be easier than I thought!
Pegboard, as for the webbing, do you know how taught it should be? It is original and in good condition, but there is some slack to it. It's not incredibly loose, but when sitting there, is droops down a little bit. I thought I read/heard somewhere that it was made with a little droop so as to be more comfortable, but maybe I am imagining this. Any ideas how it was originally?
Thanks again!
Mike


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barrympls
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04/11/2010 12:30 am  

Based on the cushion shape
and the foam contents, a good upholsterer with knowledge and experience doing good mid-century pieces should be able to replocate the foam insert....and possibily improve it with the newer foam that last longer.


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Danish-homestore.com
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04/11/2010 12:44 am  

order one from PP
seems a simple option as they make the chair today and will make / sell you the correct latex cushion.
http://www.pp.dk


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mjf451
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04/11/2010 12:48 am  

Simon, I have contacted PP...
Simon, I have contacted PP directly and no response, and the local dealer is having little luck, too. Otherwise that would be an option. Though I am kind of afraid of what they might charge for a piece of foam.
Any ideas on the strapping question? I've been trying to find photos, but can't find any of a chair I know is in the right condition.


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Pegboard Modern
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04/11/2010 5:30 am  

Mike
The straps should be straight across, not sagging or drooping. That tells you they have stretched with age and use. If the original straps are sound (not frayed, dry rotted, or otherwise compromised) you should be able to tighten them. If they are shot, it's no big deal to replace them, nor does it effect the value of your chair.


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04/11/2010 10:47 am  

webbing
hi. I will send you some images of my pappa bear webbing. On all the chairs I have had the seat webbing is always loose as the curve of the seat cushion fits better.
You could try and source a latex factory and see if they will pour you a new cushion.
A sinlge cushion will cost.


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mjf451
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04/11/2010 5:04 pm  

Simon, thank you for the...
Simon, thank you for the info. I have sent you an email with photos of my chair strapping.
Mike


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