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Caravan and Motorhome Cushions: Replace, Re-cover or Re-foam?
How to decide between new covers, new foam or full replacement for caravan and motorhome cushions, and how to measure dinettes and bunks.
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Quick answer: If the foam is still firm and springs back when you press it, replace just the covers. If it stays flat, crumbles or smells musty, replace the foam too. Measure the seat bases and bed area, not the old cushions, which shrink and sag over time.
Caravan and motorhome cushions work hard: they are seats by day and a bed by night, and they live in a space that gets damp in winter. Here is how to decide what you need and how to get the fit right.
Replace, re-cover or re-foam?
- Covers only: the foam is fine but the fabric is faded, stained or dated. Order made-to-measure covers sewn to your foam size.
- Foam only: the covers are good but the seats have gone flat. Order foam cut to size.
- Complete cushions: both are worn, or you want a new look and a better night's sleep.
How to measure dinettes and bunks
- Measure each seat base and back: width, depth and thickness.
- Measure the made-up bed area, so the pieces fit together without gaps.
- For angled or curved pieces, make a paper template and send a photo.
- Note any cut-outs, such as around wheel arches or table legs.
Our measuring guide walks through each step, and we send a spec sheet for approval before cutting.
Fabric and foam for caravans
- Faux leather wipes clean and suits families and pets.
- Sunbrella resists stains, fading and mould, and covers can be machine washed.
- Warwick upholstery gives a softer, homely feel.
- Foam: high density foam for seats and beds; a softer foam for backs only. Foam for UK orders is made and cut in the UK by our partner GB Foam Direct.
Timing
Standard shapes take 2–3 weeks to make, and template shapes take 5–6 weeks, with free UK delivery. Ordering over winter means your caravan is ready for the first trip of spring. Start in our caravan and motorhome cushion range.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my caravan foam needs replacing?
Press the middle of the seat. If it stays flat, feels crumbly or smells musty, replace it.
Can you match the shape of my existing cushions?
Yes. Send measurements or a paper template of each piece and we cut to that shape.
Which fabric is best for a family caravan?
Faux leather or Sunbrella, both of which clean easily and stand up to daily use.
