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What is a Daybed? Merging the comfort of a bed, the utility of a sofa, and the elegance of a chaise lounge, a daybed is the quintessential multipurpose furniture piece. Perfect for any setting—from gardens to home offices and guest rooms — a daybed provides both a stylish seating option and a snug sleeping solution. … Continue reading “Daybed Cushions Custom Made by GB Foam Direct”

At GB Foam Direct, you can order made to measure foam cushions for any project you can imagine. Ordering professionally cut cushion foam from our website leaves no room for error. You’ll receive cleanly cut, high-quality upholstery foam, delivered as soon as the next working day! Whether you’re planning to replace your sofa cushions, need … Continue reading “Made to Measure Foam Cushions”

When cleaning fireplaces or stoves, many professionals choose to use custom cut foam blocks to cover the openings. This helps to prevent soot and dust from entering the room throughout the sweeping process. As a foam conversion specialist, we offer a wide range of foams that can be ordered to the size and shape you … Continue reading “Foam Chimney Sweeping Blocks”

There are lots of different coloured foams available to buy; some are more common than others. Blue foam and white foam, for instance, are very common. These grades are generally used for upholstery applications, one of the most popular areas polyurethane foam is used. Darker grey foams, on the other hand, are less common. These … Continue reading “Blue Foam – The Purpose of Coloured Foams”

Foam plays an important role in many different sports & leisure activities. Due to its cushioning nature, durability and impact absorption levels, it is often used to make a wide range of useful products. Some examples include protective gear, certain exercise equipment like crash mats, swimming floats, pit foam and much more. Let’s take a … Continue reading “Foam For Sports”

Getting a poor night’s sleep in your campervan is never ideal. There’s nothing worse than spending a whole day feeling sleep-deprived, especially if you plan on driving. To make sure you’re getting the best sleep possible, we’ve created a handy guide on what it takes to make the best campervan mattress. As an added bonus, … Continue reading “Campervan Mattress Guide + 5 Essential Sleep Tips”

Travelling in a campervan is all about exploration but who’s to say you shouldn’t be comfortable whilst adventuring? For comfort and practicality, a foam rock and roll bed is essential! This clever upgrade doubles as a seat during the day and a mattress at night. It turns your van into a cosy home on wheels, … Continue reading “Rock & Roll Bed Foam for Campervans”

Finding the fire label on a sofa is important for several reasons. If you’re buying a new sofa, confirming that it complies with fire safety regulations is essential for ensuring it meets all necessary safety standards. Similarly, when donating a sofa or any upholstered furniture item (such as a chair) to charity, it’s often necessary … Continue reading “Where to Find a Fire Label on a Sofa”

Increasingly, sofa manufacturers are opting to use fibre cushions in their products. Perhaps the shift is motivated by lower production costs, or maybe there’s a lack of appreciation for the comfort foam provides — a value we at GB Foam hold in high regard. If you’ve ended up with a sofa that suffers from sagging … Continue reading “Fibre Cushion Replacement – Upgrade Your Sofa”

Indoor golf simulators offer a great way to get some practice in whatever the weather, place, or time of day. But having the ability to practice your golf skills inside makes it important to protect walls and ceilings from getting damaged. With high-quality golf simulator foam panels from GB Foam, you can do exactly this! … Continue reading “Golf Simulator Foam Panels”

The IKEA EKTORP is a budget-friendly and vastly popular sofa. With 2-seater options under £300, it’s clear to see why it’s a popular choice for many. Although popular, we often find that customers message us looking for IKEA EKTORP replacement cushions. If you want to replace your IKEA EKTORP sofa cushions with custom cut foam … Continue reading “IKEA EKTORP Replacement Cushions”

For those passionate about horse riding, the sport is not just about the thrill of the ride. It’s also about those crucial moments of relaxation in between, where riders can reflect, strategise, and rejuvenate for the next session. Our upholstery foam for horseboxes helps create the perfect environment for relaxation, with all the support and … Continue reading “Foam For Horsebox Upholstery”

When it comes to set and prop design in the Film, TV & Theatre industry, you may not have considered the important role foam plays. From small detailed props to large-scale set pieces, foam can be shaped and sculpted into a wide variety of forms, making it a versatile building material for any project. Summarising … Continue reading “How Foam is Used for Film, TV & Theatre”

Foam is an incredibly versatile material with lots of potential for customisation. It can be firm or it can be soft. It can be made into large products or intricately small ones. During the manufacturing process, foam can be altered to exhibit a variety of useful traits. But before the many benefits of foam can … Continue reading “What is a Foam Converter and Why Might I Need One?”

As we finally begin to experience some warmer weather here in the UK, we can look forward to enjoying spells of sunshine and spending more time in our outdoor spaces. However, the unpredictable nature of British weather means that we must also be prepared for sudden downpours. It would be a real shame to miss … Continue reading “Rain or Shine: Quick Dry Foam The Solution for UK Outdoor Cushions”

There are many different types of foam grades available to purchase, but none quite like reconstituted foam. Available in many different weights, shapes and sizes, this versatile foam has a unique manufacturing process. What is Recon Foam? Reconstituted foam (also known as chip foam or recon foam) unlike many other types of foam, is a … Continue reading “What is Reconstituted Foam?”

Polyurethane foam is a versatile material often used in a variety of applications, including upholstery cushioning, acoustic treatment, mattress making and much more. It is a popular choice for both professionals (such as upholsterers) and DIY enthusiasts. If you’re wondering how foam is cut or how to cut foam at home, allow us to explain. … Continue reading “How to Cut Foam”

As the UK’s leading online foam supplier, GB Foam can supply you with high-quality, custom cut foam for pasture mats. Like all our products, our foam for cow mattresses is sourced from the world’s leading foam manufacturers. When you buy from us, you’ll only ever receive products made with care, and manufactured from high-quality materials. … Continue reading “Cow Mattress Foam – Recon Foam for Pasture Mats”

It’s nearly that time again. The Christmas feeling is beginning to set in. But before we can exchange gifts, loosen our belts, top up our glasses and hopefully not burn the dinner, there’s plenty of preparation to do. Here at GB Foam, we want to help you make this Christmas the best one yet. No … Continue reading “Ready for Christmas with GB Foam”

For many westerners, the idea of sitting on floor cushions could seem a little strange. Furniture such as chairs and sofas are very popular in UK households. However, the same doesn’t apply everywhere. In some cultures, sitting on the floor is a common practice. Most won’t deny that sitting on the floor is quite uncomfortable … Continue reading “Comfy Foam For Floor Cushions”

You may not have considered it before, but the size of a single mattress can vary slightly depending on where you live and the mattress manufacturer. If you need to know the size of a single bed, use this handy guide. We’ve put together common single mattress sizes from countries across the world. Single Mattress … Continue reading “Single Bed Size – What Size is a Single Mattress?”

Whether you’re buying a new bed frame or need to check the size of a double mattress for a new upgrade, we’re here to help you find the answers you need. Across the world, double mattress sizes can vary quite substantially. Buying a double mattress in Europe, for example, can be very different from purchasing … Continue reading “Double Bed Size – What Size is a Double Mattress?”

Whether you’re upgrading to a king size bed or treating yourself to a new comfy king size mattress, it’s important to know what size you need to buy. Unfortunately, there aren’t universal measurements for mattresses. A king size bed size can sometimes vary between manufacturers and as well as the country you live in. To … Continue reading “King Size Bed Size – King Size Mattress Dimensions”

A guest mattress is arguably the most important factor to consider when creating your guest room. Naturally, you’ll want anybody visiting your home to feel comfortable during their stay and a high-quality memory foam mattress is a sure way to guarantee that. Our Range of Guest Mattresses All of our memory foam mattresses are manufactured … Continue reading “Memory Foam Guest Mattress”