WHY YOU SHOULD ALWAYS HIRE A PROFESSIONAL FOR UPHOLSTERY SERVICES
Have you been watching some HGTV and now you are ready to do some DIY to freshen up your furniture? They make it look so easy and it comes out great, what could go wrong? The short answer is a lot. It’s important to remember the people on these shows are professionals and have had a lot of practice in their field. The last thing you want to do is ruin the chair that has been in your family for decades by trying to restore it.
WHAT IS UPHOLSTERY
Upholstery is the work of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers. The word upholstery comes from the Middle English word upholder, which referred to an artisan maintaining their goods. Reupholstery is a major furniture project. It involves stripping the piece down to its frame before it's recovered in new fabric and put back together. Although reupholstering furniture is a labor-intensive process and can be a bit costly, the results can be stunning. New fabric gives dated or unattractive furniture a fresh look, revealing the true potential within that faded armchair or worn beige couch.There are a number of factors that go into making the decision to hire a professional. Explore a few below to see if upholstery services are what you need.
IS IT WORTH IT?
Not every piece of furniture is a good candidate for reupholstery. You will need to ignore the ugly fabric and tears and take a look at the bones of the piece. An item will be worth the cost to reupholster if it is made of good materials and is in decent shape. Take a look at the following to make a decision on whether or not you should go ahead.
Look for a recognizable brand name - most pieces that will be worth the cost will be known brands
When was it made? Furniture manufactured today generally isn’t as well made as it was decades ago
Test the furniture for stability, it shouldn’t rock during use.
Look over the piece, make sure it isn’t warped or cracked in ways that aren’t easily repaired.
If you are unsure on whether or not the piece you have meets the standards, a professional will be able to let you know.
CHOOSING THE CORRECT FABRIC.
Fabric used for reupholstery can be pricey, so it is important to choose something you will love for many years to come. Fabrics will come in a variety of weights and depending on where it will be in your home will help decide. For example, furniture in the bedroom will not need to be heavy-weight, while pieces in the living room most likely will. Always check the fabrics Weisenbeck rating to determine the durability of the fabric. Keep in mind you are updating, you don't have to find fabric that copies what you currently have. A professional can help you with finding what will work best for you.
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES!
Many people are not aware of everything that can be done to your existing furniture. There is so much more than just changing the pattern of the cushions. In working with a team of professionals they will have the knowledge to be able to build, reconstruct and even alter the design of your piece, giving it a new, updated look. Sometimes all you need is to add padding in a cushion, or maybe they can help you completely change the design, contour, and shape of a piece. If you have recently redecorated and plan on buying new furniture to match you may end up spending more than you need to. It can be surprising just how much better the room can turn out if instead you customize what you have now to your own unique look. Bring a sample of colors to match and let them help you make your new room look perfect.
Getting your furniture upholstered can be just what you need to add the extra flare to your home you have been looking for. Maybe you found a hidden treasure at a garage sale that you know could be the perfect piece, if only it looked like you imagined it. No matter why you are looking to upholster your furniture, hiring a professional is the way to go. VNTG home has a team of professionals dedicated to making your visions come to life. You can find a piece at their store, or bring in Great-Grandma’s old chair and let them work their magic. Call today to start the process and help your furniture unlock its full potential!