How to Fix & Repair Chenille Upholstery With Glue

Minor Tears

• 1

  Apply seam sealant to the edges of the chenille, using the dropper tip. Add drops of seam sealant to all exposed chenille edges to seal the fabric and prevent unraveling. Let the seam sealant dry completely.

• 2

  Gently pull the edges of the torn chenille together so they match up, eliminating the tear if possible.

• 3

  Uncap the fabric glue, and slip the nozzle under the fabric on one side. Add a thin layer of glue, and then press the chenille fabric into place. Repeat for the other side of the tear.

• 4

  Press the edges of the tear together while the glue is wet, and then cover with a strip of painter's tape. The tape will hold the fabric in place while the glue dries without damaging the chenille. Remove the tape after 24 hours and resume normal use.

Large Areas of Damage

• 5

  Create a patch using spare fabric if your chenille has sustained a large area of damage.

• 6

  Cut a patch of matching chenille fabric that is at least an inch larger than the damaged area.

• 7

  Apply seam sealant to the edges of the patch as well as to the edges of the torn upholstery. Trim any obvious loose threads with scissors.

• 8

  Peel back the edges of the tear, and hold them in place with tape. Glue the patch to the furniture using fabric glue. Let the glue dry completely, which will take about an hour depending on the brand used and the humidity of your home. Fold the edges of the original fabric back over the patch, and complete the repair as directed above.