How are Zig Zag springs measured?

Zig Zag springs are measured by pitch (number of “U”s). The pitch is measured by the distance between the centre points of the ‘U’. To make is easier for you, a frame measurment is also given, because the length of your your zig zag springs is about the the size of the frame.

How far apart should zig zag springs be?

Firmness and Gauge Soft, or 11-gauge, sinuous springs are meant for chair and sofa backs. You need two clips to attach each spring to the frame, spaced roughly 2 inches apart.

Are all sofa springs same size?

The springs all vary in terms of their dimensions and all differ in terms of their width’s and length’s. Some will be for sofa’s, some for chairs and other types of springs will be able to be used for both items of furniture.

Which springs are best for sofas?

Sometimes referred to as serpentine springs because of their S-shape, sinuous springs are the most commonly used type of couch springs. These steel wire springs snake in a continuous S-pattern from the front of the couch frame to the back and are typically joined together horizontally by a cord.

What are sofa springs called?

serpentine springs
Also known as sinuous springs, S-springs or zig zag springs, serpentine springs are flat and feature repeating, zig zag curves. These wires are attached to the sofa deck from front to back.

Can springs in a sofa be repaired?

If you can’t find replacement sofa springs, you can possibly fix the twisted spring yourself. Pliers are the best first defense in tweaking springs back into shape. Always work gently on springs in the couch because if you twist harshly, the metal can snap. Reconnect any loose springs to the screws or frame.

How can I make my sofa more firm?

Instructions

  1. Remove your cushions and clean the couch.
  2. Unzip the seat cushion cover and pull out the insert. Measure and cut foam to fit.
  3. Use spray adhesive to attach foam to cushion.
  4. Insert cushion back into the cover.
  5. Unzip seat back cushions. Add Polyfil until they are fluffy. Re-zip.
  6. Replace all cushions on couch.