
REUPHOLSTERY GUIDELINES
FABRIC TO LEATHER CONVERSION
These are guidelines to give you a general idea of the amount of leather you will need for your project.
Your Upholsterer will need to measure your furniture item to calculate accurately.
How much leather do I need to cover my ottoman?
Most upholstery leather comes from a cowhide that is shaped irregularly and not all of it is suitable for use. The hide is approximately 7 feet x 7 feet.
If you are experienced in working with fabric you can refer to the calculations below for the proper conversion based on 54" fabric (1 yard of 54 inch fabric = 18 square feet leather). This takes into account any waste you will have due to the irregular shape of the leather. If you need very large cuttings you may need additional hides.
OTTOMANS

Round Cocktail Style Storage 2 yards = 36 sq ft

Rectangle Cocktail Ottoman 2 yards = 36 sq ft

Cube Ottoman 2.5 yards = 45 sq ft

Large Square Pouf 4.5 yards = 81 sq ft

Rectangle Tufted Foot Stool .75 yards = 13.5 sq ft

Tufted Bench Style Ottoman 3 yards = 54 sq ft of Leather

Square Cocktail Ottoman 4 yards = 72 sq ft of Leather

Rectangle Ottoman 1.5 yards = 27 sq ft of Leather

Rectangle Foot Stool .5 yards = 9 sq ft of Leather

Rectangle Storage Ottoman 3.5 yards = 63 sq ft of Leather

Small Rectangle Ottoman 1 yards = 18 sq ft of Leather

Skirted Rectangle Ottoman 2 yards = 36 sq ft of Leather 

Rectangle Mid Century Style Ottoman 1.5 yards = 27 sq ft

Small Square Ottoman 1.5 yards = 27 sq ft of Leather

Round Tufted Storage Ottoman 2 yards = 36 sq ft of Leather

Square Tufted Ottoman 3.5 yards = 63 sq ft of Leather

Large Square Cocktail Style Ottoman 2.5 yards = 45 sq ft