Cushion wraps are a layer of material that is installed between the foam material and the fabric cover. A commonly used cushion wrap material is DACRON. I always recommend the use of cushion wraps and further recommend that the dacron material be laminated to the foam using special foam glues.

The purpose of the dacron wrap is to soften the sharp edges of the foam to give it a more soft appearance. The dacron wrap also helps to protect your fabric in the event of a liquid spill by allowing the liquid to pass through your fabric and the dacron and settle in the foam. While the spill may keep your foam wet for several days, there will be a barrier between your foam and your fabric which will allow your fabric to dry out rather than continue to soak up the wetness from your foam. Even a dry spill,such as dirt, will have less of a soiling effect on your fabric with a dacron wrap as the dirt will pass through the dacron and settle into the foam.

Another advantage of a dacron wrap is that some fabric backings are somewhat abrasive. Each time you get into, or out of, your chair the fabric and foam rub togeather to some extent. The dacron wrap will eliminate this abrasive action and extend the life of your fabric and your foam. The dacron wrap should be laminated to the foam to prevent the dacron from moving and bunching up inside of your cushion cover. A laminated dacron wrap will likely increase the cost of your foam cushions by $5-15.00 but should be considered a good investment.