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Irregular Cushions
(e.g. forepeak cushions)
Note
: Estimates add 1 inch (25 mm) to all boxing strips as plaque allowance.
Unit of Measurement
Inches
mm
A.
Foam Width
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Width of the wider cushion foam end (fabric stripes and patterns run this direction). Foam should be 1/2 inch (13 mm) larger than the finished cushion size on all sides.
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B.
Foam Length
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Length of the cushion foam. Foam should be 1/2 inch (13 mm) larger than the finished cushion size on all sides.
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C.
Thickness
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Thickness of cushion foam. Estimate adds 1 inch (25 mm) to boxing/plaque.
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D.
Min. Width
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Width of the narrower cushion foam end (fabric stripes and patterns run this direction). Foam should be 1/2 inch (13 mm) larger than the finished cushion size on all sides.
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Quantity
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Total number of cushions needed with these dimensions.
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Fabric Width
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Actual width of fabric (often 46, 54, or 60 inches -- 1168, 1372, and 1524 mm)
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Solid
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No fabric pattern
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Striped
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Pattern runs along fabric length.
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Railroaded
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Pattern runs along fabric width.
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Complete
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Same fabric for plates and boxing (complete cushion).
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Plate & Box
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Fabric required for just one plate & all boxing.
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One Plate
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Fabric needed for one plate only.
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