Fillings Guide
Find the right cushion filling to suit your comfort and style. Our cushions fillings guide outlines the different types of cushion filings available for cushion inserts and explains the look, feel, support, maintenance, and suitable applications of each option, helping you choose the right cushion filling for your needs.
Choose from our selection of high-quality cushion fillings, from synthetic fibres and traditional feather blends to luxurious down, premium British wool, structured foam, and low-maintenance combination wrap cushions. Compare each option side by side to find the best choice for seat, back, bench, or scatter cushions, based on your individual requirements for comfort, support and style.
Cushion Fillings
Cluster Fibre
Cluster fibre is a synthetic polyester filling made up of small, springy clusters that distribute evenly to fill out corners and help resist clumping. It creates a plush look with a medium-soft feel and consistent support, making it ideal for seat, back and scatter cushions. Needs regular plumping but retains its shape very well.
Hollow Fibre
Hollow fibre is a stranded synthetic polyester filling that allows air to pass through the fibres, resulting in a lightweight, medium-firm feel with a traditional plump appearance. A versatile all-rounder suitable for all types of cushions. Requires regular plumping to maintain shape, as the fibres are more prone to clumping over time.
Eco Fibre
Eco fibre is an environmentally friendly polyester filling made from recycled plastic bottles, reformed into a soft, lightweight fibre. It provides the same medium-firm feel and plush look as hollow fibre while offering a sustainable choice. Ideal for all types of seat, back, and scatter cushions. Needs regular plumping to maintain comfort.
Wool
British Bluefaced Leicester wool, sourced from UK farms, renowned for its exceptional quality and durability. Naturally breathable and resilient, it offers a firm, dense feel and excellent support while remaining lightweight. Perfect for all cushions, especially bench and window seats. Needs plumping but keeps its shape well.
Feather
High-quality luxury European duck feather filling, conforming to RDS standards for quality and welfare. A traditional filling timeless in its appeal for offering a relaxed medium-firm, sink-in feel with an informal plump look and shape. Suitable for all types of cushions. Requires regular daily plumping to maintain shape and comfort.
Feather & Down
Luxurious European duck feather in a blend of 80% feather & 20% down, carrying RDS welfare and quality certification. The down gives a softer feel, higher loft and plumpness than feather alone, with an overall medium-soft, sink-in feel. Suits all cushion types. Needs regular plumping but not daily, as it retains its shape well.
Down & Feather
A 50/50 blend of superior-quality European duck feather and down, complying with RDS welfare and quality standards. The high down content gives a super-soft feel, moulding support, superior loft, and a luxurious, plump look. Best for back and scatter cushions due to its softness. Keeps its shape well and requires very little plumping.
Pure Down
100% European duck down, holding RDS accreditation for quality and welfare standards. Opulent, with kudos and a reputation for luxury. Unmatched in softness and plumpness, suitable only for decorative scatter cushions as it lacks support for suite cushions. Retains its shape exceptionally well, requiring very little plumping.
Soft Foam
Upholstery-grade polyurethane foam in a soft density, cut to size and wrapped in wadding to soften edges. Offers a modern, crisp, flat look with gentle support. Suitable for back cushions only, as it lacks the support needed for seats. Low maintenance and keeps its shape, requiring only occasional turning to ensure even wear.
Medium-Soft Foam
Upholstery-grade polyurethane foam in a medium-soft density, cut to size and wrapped in wadding to soften edges. Offering a modern crisp flat look, balanced softness and support with a gentle sink in feel. Ideal for sofa seat cushions and everyday seating. Retains its shape over regular use. Requires only occasional turning.
Medium-Firm Foam
Upholstery-grade polyurethane foam in a medium-firm density, cut to size and wrapped in wadding to soften edges. Providing a crisp, modern flat look with firm balanced support, while still remaining comfortable. Ideal for sofa cushions with high-use. Keeps its shape and structure well over time. Requiring only occasional turning.
Firm Foam
Upholstery-grade polyurethane foam, cut to size and wrapped in wadding to soften edges. Provides a modern, flat look with firm, resilient comfort. Very supportive and dense. Suitable only for firm based seating, such as bench or window seats as too firm for suite cushions. Holds shape excellently. Needs only occasional turning.
Fibre Wrapped Foam Cushion
A cushion combining foam with a synthetic fibre wrap. Balancing comfort and structure with minimal maintenance. Suitable for both seats and backs and in two options: a full wrap, with plush top and bottom layers and a foam core for suite cushions, or a half wrap, with a plush top layer and firm foam base for bench/window seats.
Wool Wrapped Foam Cushion
A cushion combining foam with a natural wool wrap. Designed to offer comfort and softness with minimal maintenance. Suitable for seats and backs and in two options: a full wrap, with plush top and bottom layers and a foam core for suite cushions, or a half wrap, with a plush top layer and firm foam base for bench/window seats.
Feather Wrapped Foam Cushion
A cushion combining foam with a natural feather wrap, requiring only minimal plumping. Suitable for seats and backs. Available in two options: a full wrap, with a luxurious plush top and bottom with a foam core for suite cushions, or a half wrap, with a plush top layer and supportive foam base for bench and window seating.
Compare Cushion Fillings
| Filling | Material Type | Density | Use | Application | Allergy Friendly | Eco Friendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +Fibre Cushion Fillings | ||||||
| Cluster Fibre | Synthetic | Medium-soft | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✔ | ✖ |
| Hollow Fibre | Synthetic | Medium-firm | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✔ | ✖ |
| Eco Fibre | Synthetic | Medium-firm | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✔ | ✔ |
| +Wool Cushion Fillings | ||||||
| Wool | Natural | Medium-firm / Firm | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair / Bench / Window | ✔ | ✔ |
| +Feather Cushion Fillings | ||||||
| Feather | Natural | Medium-firm | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✖ | ✖ |
| Feather / Down | Natural | Medium-soft | Seat / Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✖ | ✖ |
| Down / Feather | Natural | Soft | Back / Scatter | Sofa / Chair | ✖ | ✖ |
| Pure Down | Natural | Super Soft | Scatter | Decorative | ✖ | ✖ |
| +Foam Cushion Fillings | ||||||
| Soft Foam | Synthetic | Soft | Back | Sofa / Chair / Bench / Window | ✔ | ✖ |
| Medium-Soft Foam | Synthetic | Medium-soft | Seat | Sofa / Chair | ✔ | ✖ |
| Medium-Firm Foam | Synthetic | Medium-firm | Seat | Sofa / Chair | ✔ | ✖ |
| Firm Foam | Synthetic | Firm | Seat | Bench / Window | ✔ | ✖ |
| +Wrapped Foam Cushion Fillings | ||||||
| Fibre Wrapped Foam Cushion | Synthetic | Medium-firm / Medium-soft | Seat / Back | Sofa / Chair / Bench / Window | ✔ | ✖ |
| Wool Wrapped Foam Cushion | Combination | Medium-firm / Firm | Seat / Back | Sofa / Chair / Bench / Window | ✔ | ✖ |
| Feather Wrapped Foam Cushion | Combination | Medium-firm / Medium-soft | Seat / Back | Sofa / Chair / Bench / Window | ✖ | ✖ |
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