Herman Miller (Post 1971) Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman - Chair Back Cushions Set

Restore Both Chair Back Cushions Without Replacing Them — Replacement Head Rest & Middle Back Cushion Back Set for Post-1971 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chairs

This listing contains a set of 2 replacement cushion backs — one for the head rest and one for the middle back cushion — covering the complete back of the Eames Lounge Chair in a single purchase.

Over time, the original plastic backs on Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair 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. Replacing the back resolves the problem without the cost or waste of replacing the entire cushion.

A skilled upholsterer can unpick each cushion seam, remove the damaged back, fit the replacement, and re-stitch — restoring both cushions to full working order. Buying as a set ensures both backs are replaced together, which is the recommended approach during any thorough restoration of the chair back.

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

• Quantity: 2 cushion backs (1 x head rest, 1 x middle back)
• Compatible with: Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair (post-1971 only)
• Covers: Complete chair back — head rest cushion and middle back cushion
• Not compatible with: Vitra models, pre-1971 or "Tall" Herman Millers
• Resolves: Cracking, splitting, and broken mounting holes on original cushion backs
• Installation: Requires unpicking and re-stitching by an upholsterer

Perfect For

• Restoring both chair back cushion backs in one order
• Avoiding the cost of full cushion replacements
• Professional upholsterers and restorers carrying out a complete chair back restoration
• 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 each panel (3 clips per cushion for the head rest and middle back).

Save the cushions. Replace only what’s broken.