The Perks of Professional Reupholstery

Today, finding information is easier than ever. Most people have smartphones with internet access and YouTube. YouTube has become our new go-to for how-to. Want to build a deck? Watch this video! Want to make a cute mask? Just give this video a view. We feel like we can learn and do almost anything. And that’s true for some things, but not for all. Think Pinterest fails. 

With that in mind, consider these reasons why hiring a professional for your reupholstery needs beats DIYing-it. 

First, it’s important to know what reupholstering is. It’s the process of removing a piece of furniture’s current fabric, stripping it down to the frame, and then recovering the frame with new fabric. But before you start into stripping the fabric, you want to examine the piece to make sure it’s a good candidate for reupholstery. Some pieces just can’t withstand the process. Always check to make sure the piece is stable and doesn’t rock, is made by a reputable furniture manufacturer, and is constructed with hardwood. Professional reupholsterers check these criteria and many more before even starting the process. 

The next step is stripping the old fabric. This part can be strenuous and requires special tools. So it’s possible that you could hurt yourself or your furniture while removing the fabric. Anything from superficial scratches and dents to permanent structural damage like broken legs. When damage occurs, the project becomes more time consuming, expensive, and you risk knocking your beloved piece out of commission. 

You also have to consider the fabric you’re going to recover the piece with. You might really like a certain fabric, but it might not be the best choice, depending on how you plan to use the furniture. For example, you might like a very soft material, but if you use it on a chair that gets a lot of use, that fabric might not withstand the traffic. A professional upholsterer can help you find the best fabric for each unique piece. 

But it’s not just about the fabric. The part that takes the most finesse is getting the cushioning right, not to mention choosing the best cushioning material for each piece. If that’s not done right, the piece could look uneven or lose its integrity. 

There are many decisions to make at each juncture, and the wrong decision can easily do more damage than good. When it comes to reupholstering furniture, sure, you can find hundreds of videos showing you what you need and how to do it. But a YouTube video doesn’t give you years of professional experience and all of the strategies, techniques, and tricks learned along the way. That’s why we recommend using an experienced professional. 

The next time you need a piece of furniture reupholstered, don’t jump to YoutTube. Instead try our super easy online platform, where you can access and order our designer upholstery services. Or, drop by our 65,000 square foot warehouse for in-person service. And don’t worry about transporting large or fragile pieces. We have pick-up and delivery services to make this process as simple and easy as possible.