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Anyone ever reupholster a drum seat cushion?

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I recently picked up an older model Gibraltar drum throne for cheap to keep as an extra, and although the seat cushion is in ok shape (minor tears, pierced holes,etc.) i'd like to know the following--

1- if it's worth recushioning and upholstering the seat

2- has anyone ever done this before ? (thinking of a professionally done job, as i don't want to do all that work myself)

3- How much would this cost, more or less ?

I know it all depends on the foam and cushion material being used, but i'm thinking of the standard

black "faux leather" cover, and decent quality memory foam..

This is just curiosity, but mostly because i've been having back problems since

i injured my lumbar muscles this past summer, and i'd like to have my drum throne cushions be top notch..

Any thoughts are appreciated !

cheers,

Rob

Posted on 7 years ago
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Ya I used contact paper once and,,, (hope you guys can see the humor in this) it was hard to get off.

But seriously, no I dont work with cloth to well. But I bet someone on here can help you out. Did you try youtube, seems like everything is on there. I learned how to make gravy for Thanks Giving this year. Good luck, hope you got a smile from this.


Thank you!
Jeff C

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Posted on 7 years ago
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I read thread about thrones recently and this product was the most popular,

http://www.soundseat.com/

Pricey though.


Thank you!
Jeff C

"Enjoy every sandwich" Warren Zevon
Posted on 7 years ago
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From jccabinets

Ya I used contact paper once and,,, (hope you guys can see the humor in this) it was hard to get off.But seriously, no I dont work with cloth to well. But I bet someone on here can help you out. Did you try youtube, seems like everything is on there. I learned how to make gravy for Thanks Giving this year. Good luck, hope you got a smile from this.

LoLoLoLoLoLoLoLoLoLoLoLo YES i did get a smile and laugh from your comment.. I remember the thread too ! Thanks for that, and thanks for the advice.. There is an actual upholstery place just up the street from me and will try and get a quote from them.. I don't think i'll be trying it out myself, as i'm afraid i'd destroy the seat completely..

Posted on 7 years ago
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Here's what I do to my thrones when they need extra cushioning:

Go to your local craft store (such as Hobby Lobby) and get a 2" thick piece of square foam, usually 14" x 14" will do. Trace the top of the throne on the foam and cut the foam with sharp scissors so that the foam is now the same size as your throne top.

Then pick up one of these:

http://shop.aheadarmorcases.com/p/fleece-seat-cover-12?pp=24

It fits over your throne top, and has a drawstring to secure it. Place the foam inside the fleece cover, then place the fleece cover on your throne top and tighten it up with the drawstring. The foam stays in place nice and tight, and is much more comfortable. Also, the fleece cover is removable, so it can be washed.

This works very well for me. The fleece cover also comes in a 15" size too. The link is for the 12" model. Be sure to choose the right one for your throne top. 2" thick foam usually works for me, but you can experiment with more or less thickness to suit your needs. This is cheap and easy fix that really works well, and looks good too! If you decide you want to change to more or less cushion, or if the foam gets wet or compresses over time, no problem! Just buy new foam, wash the cover and you're good to go!

Good Luck!

V

P.S.-Excellent Zinger, Jeff. I think I am going to take one of my cheap snares, wrap it in ugly contact paper, and then take a picture of it. Every once in a while, I'll just reply back to a thread with only that picture and without saying anything else. Those "in the know" will hopefully laugh each time.

Posted on 7 years ago
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Actually I was once given a drum throne wrapped in Christmas paper... crazy hey??

Cheers

John

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Posted on 7 years ago
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I had it done by the automotive upholstery place up the street from me.

I had some leftover pistachio sparkle barstool vinyl from recovering my CB700/Maxwin kit, and my throne had a couple of holes in its vinyl, so I took the guys the seat and enough of the vinyl to recover it. They quoted $30 and billed $20.

This was using supplied vinyl and using the same foam that was originally in the seat, so it might have been more if either of those had been supplied by them. For an upholstery shop, it's such a small item that I find it hard to imagine that they wouldn't pull the foam and the vinyl from a remnants or scrap bin.

So for a while, I had a drum kit and throne that matched. It was pretty cool. Now my throne is a fun reminder of my first drum kit and the rehab work I did on it.

-Erik
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Posted on 7 years ago
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From Starship Krupa

I had it done by the automotive upholstery place up the street from me.I had some leftover pistachio sparkle barstool vinyl from recovering my CB700/Maxwin kit, and my throne had a couple of holes in its vinyl, so I took the guys the seat and enough of the vinyl to recover it. They quoted $30 and billed $20.This was using supplied vinyl and using the same foam that was originally in the seat, so it might have been more if either of those had been supplied by them. For an upholstery shop, it's such a small item that I find it hard to imagine that they wouldn't pull the foam and the vinyl from a remnants or scrap bin.So for a while, I had a drum kit and throne that matched. It was pretty cool. Now my throne is a fun reminder of my first drum kit and the rehab work I did on it.

Can we see a pic?

Cheers

1976 Ludwig Mach 4 Thermogloss 26-18-14-14sn
1978 Ludwig Stainless 22-22-18-16-14-13-12 c/w 6-8-10-12-13-14-15-16-18-20-22-24 concert toms
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1971 Ludwig Classic Bowling Ball OBP 22-16-14-13
1960's Stewart Peacock Pearl 20-16-12-14sn
1980`s Ludwig Coliseum Piano Black 8x14 snare
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1970`s John Grey Capri Aquamarine Sparkle 5x14 snare
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Posted on 7 years ago
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forum member poppies did my WFL throne for me.

Your drummers not much good is he!? What you need is someone that's as good as me. ! John Henry Bonham !!
Posted on 7 years ago
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From vintagemore2000

forum member poppies did my WFL throne for me.

I remember that thread. Poppies#`s does upholstery. Yours looked factory when he got done.

It`s a drum,.....Hit It !!

.....76/#XK9207 Phonic Sound Machine D454/D-505 snares !i
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