What are the pros and cons of reupholstery?

• <div><p>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.</p><p>Pros:</p><ul><li><p>Preserving a family heirloom</p></li><li><p>Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition</p></li><li><p>Reinventing an old piece of furniture</p></li><li><p>Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill</p></li></ul><p>Cons:</p><ul><li><p>Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture</p></li><li><p>Finding out the frame is beyond repair</p></li><li><p>Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Can you reupholster over old material?

• <div><p>It is possible to reupholster directly over old material in some cases, and it can save you a bit of money. If you are going to go this route, make sure you use a darker color than you had previously. Otherwise, you might see the old fabric beneath the new material. You should also keep in mind that reupholstering over old material is only possible with certain materials. For example, reupholstering over leather usually isn&rsquo;t possible. You can ask your professional to see if this is an option for your piece.</p></div>

Q: What size sofa fits through a standard door?

• <div><p>Interior and exterior door openings are typically 80 inches high, with openings 29&frac14; inches wide for interior doors and 35 inches wide for exterior doors. If your couch is smaller than these measurements, it should fit through the door frame.</p></div>

Q: What should I look for in a professional upholsterer?

• <div><p>When hiring an upholsterer, look for a pro with experience in your chair type, positive reviews, and a portfolio of completed projects. Ask about their process, timeline, warranty, and whether they are insured. Getting multiple quotes from reupholsterers in your area and checking their references can help ensure quality and fair pricing.</p></div>

Q: How is custom-made furniture professionally crafted?

• <div><p>Craftsmanship begins with detailed design followed by skilled artisans shaping high-quality materials into the desired furniture, ensuring durability and uniqueness.</p></div>

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Last update on October 13, 2025

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I experienced a water leak in my home due to a cracked water hose that damaged the flooring and walls in 4 different rooms. After having another company handle mitigation, I contacted Carlos about painting partial walls and using some of my existing flooring that I've had since the initial job...
Inter-Urban Flooring
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Reviewed in April 2025
A++++++ the BEST IN LA! So kind, so prompt, so trustworthy and the furniture looks better than when we bought 25 years ago. Thank you Larry’s!
Larry's Custom Furniture
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Reviewed in September 2024
Hugo was very professional, patient and knowledgeable. He offered suggestions to assure that the sofas would be pleasing and met our expectations upon completion. We especially appreciated his punctuality and timeliness. We highly recommend his upholstery services.
Hugo's Upholstery LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
I’m glad working with General Contractor builders Gruop I just recently pain my single house I’m really happy to find this company Ivan he’s really easy to work with him. He paint my house in a few days. The result 100% happy with him Definitely, I recommend him to work with him
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Reviewed in February 2023
Excellent service. Rick gutted, rebuilt, and painted my closet. I can't be happier with the outcome. He even helped me put my 100's of pairs of shoes in their places. There's nothing better than a beautifully organized closet. Thanks, Integrity First. You can work for me anytime!
Integrity First Handyman Services
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Reviewed in November 2022
Did a great job on shrubbery, replacing wood trim, and painting
Drake Services
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Reviewed in July 2022
it went well very professional made sure everything was working properly and let the bathtub clean.
MnT Plumbing
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Reviewed in May 2022
Love it. They did amazing job cleaning my carpet & couches. All my upstairs carpet is white they cleaned it and made it look white again
Best Choice Carpet Care
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Reviewed in May 2022
I had problems with mold issue under my bathroom sink. They came and fixed my sink very nice people they got the job done and were very professional. I would recommend them to all of my friends if they have the same problem with their sinks. I would definitely hire them again for any other...
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Reviewed in December 2021
It went very well professional and nice took out the old carpet and replace it with vinyl flooring and installed ceiling fans in each room great work
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"i have been going to Bills (proprietor) leather cleaners for over ten years. Bill takes ultimate care in making sure he can do the best in removing any stains or water spots in my leather and or suede goods. i have brought in purses, jackets, dresses both in leather and suede and it has always come back as PERFECT. Bill will even call you when he receives the item to discuss the spots, his assessment of what he can do to repair it and bring it back to new. Worth EVERY DIME (and its reasonable) to see your item brand new again !! i have even fed ex"d items to him so he can repair for i trust no one else. "

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"They did exactly what I wanted for a fraction of other upholstery shops. They were courteous and nice and picked up and dropped off my sofa."

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Eagle-Tek Leather & Upholstery

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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

It is possible to reupholster directly over old material in some cases, and it can save you a bit of money. If you are going to go this route, make sure you use a darker color than you had previously. Otherwise, you might see the old fabric beneath the new material. You should also keep in mind that reupholstering over old material is only possible with certain materials. For example, reupholstering over leather usually isn’t possible. You can ask your professional to see if this is an option for your piece.

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 worth reupholstering instead of buying new furniture. Here are a few of the benefits and disadvantages of reupholstering a piece of furniture.

Pros:

Preserving a family heirloom
Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition
Reinventing an old piece of furniture
Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill

Cons:

Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture
Finding out the frame is beyond repair
Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done

Interior and exterior door openings are typically 80 inches high, with openings 29¼ inches wide for interior doors and 35 inches wide for exterior doors. If your couch is smaller than these measurements, it should fit through the door frame.

When hiring an upholsterer, look for a pro with experience in your chair type, positive reviews, and a portfolio of completed projects. Ask about their process, timeline, warranty, and whether they are insured. Getting multiple quotes from reupholsterers in your area and checking their references can help ensure quality and fair pricing.

Craftsmanship begins with detailed design followed by skilled artisans shaping high-quality materials into the desired furniture, ensuring durability and uniqueness.

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