Reupholstery is an intricate process that skilled upholsterers use to restore quality furniture that is worn or damaged, or upgrade furniture that is out of style. But even if you’ve had many pieces of furniture reupholstered, you may have little idea of what actually happens behind the scenes.
The reupholstery process varies depending on the type of upholstery and the type of furniture that is being reupholstered. However, the following steps, which apply to any kind of chair with an upholstered seat, explain many of the standard techniques utilized in both commercial and residential upholstery.
MEETING WITH THE CLIENT
The reupholstery process begins with a meeting between the client and the designer to discuss the project details and expectations. The upholsterer will briefly examine the furniture to check for potential issues and ensure that it is of sufficiently high quality. If it isn’t, they may recommend buying new furniture instead.
The upholsterer will ask questions to get an idea of what the client is envisioning, and together they will review fabric samples. They will also go over pros and cons of each potential fabric, such as durability, allergy-causing materials, and environmental friendliness.
At the end of this meeting, we will give our clients a free quote based on the project details and materials selected. If the client is satisfied, Vaal Triangle Upholsters will determine the expected turnaround time and commence work.
