Herman Miller (Post 1971) Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman - Replacement Middle Cushion Back
Restore Your Middle Back Cushion Without Replacing It — Replacement Middle Cushion Back for Post-1971 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chairs
Over time, the original plastic backs on Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair middle back cushions are prone to cracking and breaking — particularly around the mounting holes where the clips attach. Once cracked, the cushion can no longer be secured properly to the shell, affecting both the fit and the integrity of the chair. This replacement back resolves the problem without the cost or waste of replacing the entire cushion.
A skilled upholsterer can unpick the cushion seam, remove the damaged back, fit this replacement, and re-stitch — restoring the middle back cushion to full working order.
Compatible with post-1971 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chairs. Please confirm your chair's manufacture date before ordering, as earlier models and Vitra versions differ in cushion construction.
Key Details
- Compatible with: Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair (post-1971 only)
- Fits: Middle back cushion (centre back panel of the lounge chair)
- Not compatible with: Vitra models or pre-1971 or 'Tall' Herman Miller Models
- Resolves: Cracking, splitting, and broken mounting holes on original middle back cushion backs
- Installation: Requires unpicking and re-stitching by an upholsterer
Perfect For
- Restoring a cracked or broken middle back cushion back
- Avoiding the cost of a full cushion replacement
- Professional upholsterers and restorers working on Herman Miller Eames chairs
- Owners who want to preserve original cushion leather or fabric
If your mounting clips are also damaged or missing, these are available separately — see our cushion clip listings for the correct quantity for your panel.
Save the cushion. Replace only what’s broken.