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title: "Are Tufted Floor Cushions Firm? About 6-7 Out of 10"
url: "https://cushionguide.com/answers/tufted-floor-cushion-firmness/"
section: "The Cutting Table"
author: "Nate Kowalski, The Pattern Engineer of Detroit"
author_url: "https://cushionguide.com/masters/nate/"
published: "2026-04-25"
updated: "2026-04-25"
keywords: "are tufted floor cushions firm, tufted floor cushion firmness, firm floor cushion, silicone ball fiber cushion, tufted cushion firmness 1 to 10"
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# Are tufted floor cushions firm or soft?

*Soft under the hand, firm under the body. The workshop's number is 6 to 7 out of 10, and the fill explains why.*

Also asked as: Is it hard or soft?; How firm is it from 1 to 10?

> **The quick answer:** Tufted floor cushions are firm: the workshop rates them about 6-7 on a scale where 1 is very plush and 10 is a firm bed you barely sink into. There's no sponge inside; tightly packed silicone-ball fill makes them soft to the touch but supportive enough to sit or sleep on, and heavy, not squishy like a bean bag.

![Oatmeal linen-look corner floor cushion with matching backrest pillows by sheer curtains and a white ladder bookcase](https://cushionguide.com/media/corner-floor-cushions/oatmeal-linen-look-corner-floor-cushion-ladder-bookcase-1600.webp "An all-oatmeal floor seat sits in soft window light between sheer curtains and a white ladder bookcase.")

## Key facts

- Firmness is about 6-7 on a 1-10 scale (1 very plush, 10 a firm bed).
- There is no sponge inside; the fill is tightly packed silicone-ball fiber.
- Soft to the touch, firm enough for long daily use and for sleeping on.
- Densely filled cushions are heavy.
- No weight limit; made to be used for years.
- Standard thickness is about 4 in (10 cm); 6 in (15 cm) and 12 in (30 cm) versions have been made.
- Extra filling or a thicker cushion can be requested for more support.

## Where 6-7 sits on the scale

| Score | What it feels like |
|---|---|
| 1 | Very plush; you sink right in |
| 6-7 | Tufted floor cushion: soft surface, holds its shape under daily use |
| 10 | A firm bed you barely sink into |

## Firm without a sponge

There's no sponge in a tufted floor cushion. The firmness comes from quantity: silicone-ball fill packed very tightly into the cover. Loose fiber slumps; fiber packed this hard pushes back, which is why it doesn't behave like a bean bag.

The side effect is weight. A densely filled cushion is heavy, and the workshop says it's made to be used for years, with no weight limit. The [1-10 firmness scale](https://cushionguide.com/guides/cushion-firmness-scale-1-to-10/) puts 6-7 next to other cushions, [tufted floor couch set sizes](https://cushionguide.com/guides/tufted-floor-couch-set-sizes/) covers the pieces, and the shapes are under [floor cushions](https://cushionguide.com/cushions/floor-cushions/) and [backrest cushions](https://cushionguide.com/cushions/backrest-cushions/).

How will yours be used, partner: seat, bed or backrest?

## Thickness and support, by the numbers

1. **4 in (10 cm):** the standard tufted floor cushion.
2. **6 in (15 cm):** made on request; one 53 x 20 in (134 x 51 cm) headboard cushion was quoted at this depth.
3. **12 in (30 cm):** a set made this thick for sofa use.
4. **Extra filling:** ask for it when you want more support at your chosen thickness.

## A floor sofa built from 12-inch cushions

A buyer in the US planned to use thick tufted cushions as a sofa and asked the fair question: firm, or squishy like a bean bag? Quite firm, came the answer, and heavy, because the workshop fills them densely. The set was made 12 in (30 cm) thick for sofa use. Another buyer in the US asked whether they'd hold shape for adults of 120-180 lb (54-82 kg); the answer was years of use, and no weight limit.

> **Tailor's margin:** Tufted floor cushion firmness sits at about 6-7 out of 10; for more support, ask for extra filling or a thicker cushion.

> A tufted floor cushion has no sponge inside; silicone-ball fill packed tight is what makes it firm, about 6-7 on a 10-point scale.
>
> — Nate

## Buyer questions

**A common question:** Are the tufted floor cushions firm?

**The workshop's answer:** Yes. There's no sponge inside, but the silicone-ball filling is packed very tightly, so the cushion holds its shape. For more support, ask for extra filling or a thicker cushion.

**A common question:** On a scale from very soft to firm, where does the cushion sit?

**The workshop's answer:** About 6-7, where 1 is very plush and 10 is a firm bed you barely sink into.

**A common question:** Are they hard or soft to sit on?

**The workshop's answer:** Soft to the touch but firm enough for long daily use, because a large amount of filling is packed in. They're comfortable enough to lie on and can even be used as a bed.

**A common question:** Can I get a 6 in (15 cm) thick tufted cushion to use as a headboard?

**The workshop's answer:** Yes. Standard thickness is about 4 in (10 cm), but 6 in (15 cm) is possible, and a 53 x 20 in (134 x 51 cm) headboard cushion was quoted at that depth. Densely filled, it feels firm but comfortable.

**A common question:** Will they keep their shape for adults between 120 and 180 lb?

**The workshop's answer:** Yes. The workshop says the cushions are firm and made to be used for years without problems, with no weight limit.

## Questions buyers ask next

### What do the two ends of the 1-10 firmness scale mean?

The workshop's scale runs from 1, very plush, to 10, a firm bed you barely sink into. Tufted floor cushions sit at about 6-7: firm enough to hold their shape under daily use, with a surface that still feels soft.

### One cushion in my set arrived flatter than the rest. Is that normal?

Give it time: compressed pieces can take up to a week to recover after unboxing. If a piece is still flat after several days, send photos to the workshop and replacement filling or foam is sent.

### Can I order a thickness that isn't on the menu?

Yes. Pick the nearest thickness option and write the exact figure, such as 2.5 in, 4.5 in or 3 in (7.5 cm), in the personalization note. If you picked the wrong option, tell the workshop before production starts.

## Related at the atelier

- [Do tufted floor cushions flatten, and can I choose soft or firm filling?](https://cushionguide.com/answers/floor-cushion-soft-or-firm-filling/): Tufted floor cushions are filled very generously, so they stay firm and barely compress when you sit, and you can ask for soft or firm filling.
- [Is foam density the same as firmness, and can I choose how firm my cushion is?](https://cushionguide.com/answers/foam-density-vs-firmness/): No, foam density is not the same as firmness: density is the foam's quality and weight, which drives durability, while firmness is how the foam feels.
- [Can the back cushion be thinner than the seat cushion?](https://cushionguide.com/answers/back-cushion-thinner-than-seat-cushion-2/): Yes, a back cushion can be thinner than its seat cushion when you order each cushion separately and write its thickness in personalization: a 4 in (10 cm) seat with a 2 or 3 in (5 or 7.5 cm) back is…
- [Back cushion filling compared: shredded foam, a solid wedge or fiber](https://cushionguide.com/guides/back-cushion-fill-shredded-foam-vs-wedge/): For most benches and banquettes, a shredded-foam back pillow over a firm foam seat is the right default: soft to lean on, yet it keeps its shape against a wall.
- [Van conversion cushions: build the frame, then measure seat, back and bed](https://cushionguide.com/concepts/van-conversion-and-skoolie-cushions/): Order van conversion cushions only after the frame is built, and measure the seat and back separately, because they are rarely the same width.
- [How to keep back cushions upright on benches and banquettes](https://cushionguide.com/guides/back-cushions-staying-upright/): To keep back cushions in place, match the fix to what's behind them: ties for slats or a rail, a non-slip backing for a flat wall, a wedge shape for a lean.
- [Soft headboard cushions that hang from a rail, not a board](https://cushionguide.com/guides/headboard-cushions-without-a-board/)

*± 1/4 in — Nate*

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Written by Nate Kowalski (https://cushionguide.com/masters/nate/) for CushionGuide (https://cushionguide.com/about/). The site explains made-to-measure cushions and the partner workshop makes them; measurements are in inches first. This Markdown mirrors the page at https://cushionguide.com/answers/tufted-floor-cushion-firmness/