What are the pros and cons of reupholstery?

<div>As with any project, weighing the pros and cons of upholstery can help determine if that is the right choice for you. The ultimate question is whether it’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/consider-reupholstery-instead-new-furniture.htm">worth reupholstering instead of buying new furniture</a>. Here are a few of the benefits and disadvantages of reupholstering a piece of furniture.Pros:<ul><li>Preserving a family heirloom</li><li>Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition</li><li>Reinventing an old piece of furniture</li><li>Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill</li></ul>Cons:<ul><li>Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture</li><li>Finding out the frame is beyond repair</li><li>Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done</li></ul></div>

How do you know which upholstery company to hire?

<div>Paying to reupholster a piece of furniture means you want to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/should-i-hire-upholstery-pro-my-furniture.htm">hire the right upholstery service</a>, especially for a piece that’s expensive or carries a lot of sentimental value. In your search for the right upholstery company, be sure to:<ul><li>Ask around to see if friends or family know of any upholsterers</li><li>Find reviews of the company or individual</li><li>Look at the photo gallery of their work to see if they work on furniture like yours and if you like their work</li><li>Check qualifications and references</li><li>Ask the upholstery service if they work on furniture like yours, what their schedule looks like, how they handle payments, and how long the job will take</li></ul></div>

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Q: Is it cheaper to buy new furniture or reupholster?

<div>It can be cheaper to reupholster a chair or other piece of furniture than to buy a new one, depending on how much it costs to replace. If the chair or couch originally cost less than $300, then reupholstery may not be the cheapest option. However, if the chair is expensive, vintage, or discontinued, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-reupholstery.htm">reupholstery</a> can be the more affordable option. This is especially true if the piece of furniture is out-of-production or holds sentimental value.</div>

Q: How much does upholstery cost?

<div>On average, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/it-worth-cost-reupholster-old-furniture.htm">cost to reupholster furniture</a> is about $720 per piece. However the price range to upholster a piece of furniture varies widely from about $380 to $1,150 or more, depending on the material type and availability, repairs needed, and the complexity of the project. Fabric costs typically range from $50 to $70 per yard while the cost of labor runs from $40 to $100 per hour.</div>

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Reviewed in April 2024
SitWell is a gem in our community! I have hired them several times now to do reupholstering (indoor and outdoor furniture) and to do refinishing (and repair) work on some furniture; they have also made custom pillows for me. Everything exceeds my expectations every time. The staff and crafts...
Sit Well Upholstery Fabric & Fit Furniture
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Reviewed in October 2023
These guys do excellent work, and you will be satisfied in saving you furniture yo get more use out of it. Well worth the cost, and a lot less than buying new.
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Reviewed in May 2015
I have a beautiful backyard. It's perfect for entertaining a small number of guests. There was one sore (ugly) spot however: The cushions on my patio chairs were LONG past needing to be replaced. I was tired of apologizing for them. I learned a few things when shopping for replacements: It...
Daphne's Covershop
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Reviewed in December 2017
They did an excellent job. The cushions fit perfectly and are very comfortable. We are very satisfied.
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Reviewed in January 2020
They did a very fine, will use them again in the future if needed, price was very good for the work that they did.
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Reviewed in June 2016
My seat cushion is a unique design, with pockets on each side for the frame to slip into and a security strap on the back side. Janina was able to re-create it perfectly. The recliner looks better than new and I'm sure it will outlast the old cushion that the Arizona sun had weathered so...
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Reviewed in September 2018
The job went perfect! Our couch is particularly difficult because it is curved. 3 large seats and 3 large backs were done.
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Reviewed in May 2015
The job was first class! Beautiful sewmanship and amazing eye for detail. I chose striped fabric and it was perfectly aligned. I plan to have more of my patio furniture cushions recovered in the near future. Thank you Daphne's!!
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Reviewed in August 2015
Daphne's did an outstanding job. First, we had our twin mattres covered. The price was reasonable, so we were not sure what kind of work they would provide. The next day our mattres was finished and it was beautiful. We decided to have them do 5 pillows and 2 bolsters for the daybed. It took...
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Reviewed in April 2013
It went very good, they are very professional and I would highly recommend to anybody, especially antiques or collectables.
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1042 East Indian School Rd

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1042 East Indian School Rd

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Owner-operated, no subcontracting, cost is determined by the job, travel charges will be applicable. By appointment only. Established in 2004. Award winning. For a quicker response on a quote please call us or email us directly. Phone: (602)285-0219 email: [email protected]

"Excellent! They are quick with responses, very helpfully and genuine! Price is very reasonable. Work is very detailed! High recommended!!"

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"Excellent! They are quick with responses, very helpfully and genuine! Price is very reasonable. Work is very detailed! High recommended!!"

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