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Southern California Craftsman

Furniture Refinishing and Repair, Upholstering, Leather & Vinyl Repair,

About us

Southern California Craftsman is a family- owned business since 1990. Residential and commercial upholstery, window treatments, furniture refinishing and repairs, leather repairs and dyers.

Business highlights

35 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Furniture Repairs, Furniture Refinishing, Custom Upholstery, Window Treatments, Pillows, Cushions, Patio Furniture, Leather repairs and dyers.

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Reviews

4.923 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
57%
4
4%
3
0%
2
4%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.7
Showing 1-23 of 23 reviews

Linda S.
08/2019
2.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
The chair was brought to Silvia on July 1. Approximately 2 weeks later I called Silvia and was told the chair would be delivered on Friday, Aug 2, between 11:00 and 11:30. It was never delivered to me. After several calls to Silvia, she said that it would be delivered on Monday, Aug 5, between 11:00 and 12:00. It was not delivered. After several more calls to Silvia, she told me it would be delivered the next day, Tuesday Aug 6. It never arrived. Finally, Silvia said it would be delivered the next night, Aug 7, at 7:00 pm and that she would give me a discount for the trouble I had. About 7:30, the chair had not arrived and I went upstairs to get ready for bed. Approximately 8:00 pm Silvia arrived with the chair. My son opened the door to Silvia and asked what I owe her. She said that she would call me today to tell me the price so that I could mail her a check. She has not called.
Description of Work: Small vanity chair had the back off. It was re-attached to the chair and damaged wood repaired.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0

$225

Ada S.
02/2018
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Sylvia and her crew did an amazing job. My couch looks brand new. They were very professional and punctual. Everything was delivered exactly the way and on the date that was promised.
Description of Work: I had my old beat up couch and love seat reuphostered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Alan H.
08/2017
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
At the office's request, I sent a photo of the chair. A couple of days later I followed up, and received an estimate based no new parts and a supplemental price if parts needed to be replaced. We arranged for a pick-up from my house, included within the price. I heard the next week that new parts were necessary, and the following week the repaired chair was delivered back to my home. Delivery times were met and any short delays were flagged with a phone call to me.
Description of Work: I needed a reclining chair to be fixed; it had locked in a fully extended position. After the repair, the chair works perfectly again. No damage was done to the upholstery while the interior parts were replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Lynne H.
06/2017
5.0
furniture repair, upholstery
  + 0 more
Well. Silvia dropped off fabric samples; we then made an appointment for her to look at the furniture. She provided an estimate on site and said they would pick up the furniture in one week. which they did. The also repaired the wooden arm of one of the chairs.
Description of Work: Re-upholster six dining room chairs and a sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700

David H.
05/2017
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Things went very well. Sylvia knows her business and how to work with customers. She made two trips with samples to help us pick out the right colors. The couch and loveseat were ready when she said they would be. Overall a very good experience and I would recommend them to anyone needing this type of work done.
Description of Work: We were having a party and wanted to have our couch and loveseat reupholstered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800

Denise Jankas J.
03/2017
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
The couch turned out beautifully. I needed a slipcover for a chenille down couch that could survive 4 grandsons ages 11 and under. We picked a durable gray. They had to lift this couch over a fence to take and deliver it back due to clearance issues. This family owned business was exceptionally gracious. I love my " new" couch. I sew and know the work that was put into this. Hand made bias tape, the perfect fit. Silvia is now doing 2 chairs to match the contrasting pillows she included for the couch. She even did all this while sick with the flu. Great job.
Description of Work: Slipcovered a very large sectional

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

Karla E.
01/2017
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
Enter So. Cal. Craftsman. Sylvia Torres returns phone calls and texts right away. She was able to make an estimate after seeing pictures of the damage. We set up a pick up date and her employees took the sofa to their workplace in Van Nuys. A week later it was ready for delivery! They did a beautiful high-quality job! They sofa looks brand new and they used real wood to remake the frame! I can't recommend them enough! A+!
Description of Work: I bought a three person sofa from Living Spaces five years ago. Little did I know Living Spaces sells low quality furniture made of cheap plywood so five years later the sofa was broken and unusable. It needed a new spring unit and extensive work to the frame.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$720

Robert K.
12/2016
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Sylvia and her entire family all appeared involved in some aspect of this job which was completed timely and very professionally. We were very pleased with the work.
Description of Work: Completely recovered a family heirloom faux leather club chair and ottoman along with the cushions from an antique Morris Chair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,285

Kevin S.
09/2016
5.0
furniture repair, upholstery
  + 0 more
Sylvia and her team did a flawless job on a very difficult project. The seats needed to have the leather wrap underneath as flat as possible so the seats would sit flat against the frame, and they did it perfectly, on time and at a resonable price. I highly recommend these folks! Thanks!
Description of Work: Leather upholstery on four bar stool seats.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Kathryn A.
09/2016
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Excellent work. I recommend this company for restoring good-quality leather sofas. Mine are now like new. It was a bonus that the delivery guys had great attitudes and were so helpful and polite.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Mark C.
08/2016
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
They did beautiful work, communication was great, exceptional service above and beyond. We will absolutely use them again
Description of Work: Refinish large dresser and end tables

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$850

ELIZABETH B.
07/2016
5.0
furniture repair, leather & vinyl repair
  + 0 more
Sylvia and Southern California Craftsman did an excellent job. While the turnaround wasn't fast and the work wasn't cheap, the craftsmanship was excellent and the leather was dyed exactly to match the prior leather that covered the seats. I was so pleased with the work that I hired the team to repair a couch as well.
Description of Work: Eight dining room chairs had lost the support in the seat. The support needed to be repaired, and because the leather was old we chose to have it replaced and the seats reupholstered as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100

STAN L.
06/2016
4.0
furniture repair, upholstery
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: Never used them
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Sharon F.
01/2016
5.0
furniture repair, upholstery, window treatments
  + 1 more
We are very pleased with the work we hire them to do. The refinished and reupholstered chair is stunning, and Silvia did an excellent job in centering the lone bird, in the material, so that it is prominent on the front and back of the chair, but, given that I had stripped a good 90% of the old finish off the chair & I also had the material to upholster it, $630 seemed to be on the high side. The two pillows were made of the leftover material from the chair, and the bird was positioned very well on each pillow. The cost of the two pillows is comparable to decorative pillows in department stores and on-line, but, again, I supplied my own material. The cost for weaving the rush seat on one chair was more than reasonable, and the 2 large valances were not only more than reasonable, but were additional work that was added when the chairs were picked up. In the end I feel the total cost of the work balances out. Response time can certainly be improved. I worked in sales and service for over 30 years, so I understand the importance of keeping commitments and returning calls to customers. Even if I did not have an answer for the customer, I still kept my commitment to the customer, and, at least, gave them the status. The chairs and the material were picked up on time, two days later, just like they said. I realize now that it was a mistake doing this two weeks before Thanksgiving, which I understand is among their busiest times of the year. I had not heard from them prior to Thanksgiving, so the following week, I called about the status of our order, but my calls and email were not responded to, as quickly as I felt a business should. Again, it was during the holiday season, so I will allow some leeway, besides, Silvia's husband graciously installed a drapery rod, I had attempted to install myself. So, I feel I am being somewhat picky regarding their response time, when we we are very pleased with their work, and are thankful for helping us by installing the drapery rod for us. We will definitely will be hiring them for future work.
Description of Work: Refinished and re-upholstered a chair, made 2 matching pillows, wove rush seat for 1 chair, and made valances for 2 large bedroom windows. They also installed a drapery rod, I had tried to install, without success.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Catherine H.
11/2015
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
All items were repaired beautifully. Very happy with their work. I thought their prices were high. My only complaint.
Description of Work: Fixed couch frame and pulley system for recliner, repaired a lamp, repaired my Victrola ( antique)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$825

    Contact information

    14857 Bessemer St, Van Nuys, CA 91411


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Open All Day
    Monday:
    Open All Day
    Tuesday:
    Open All Day
    Wednesday:
    Open All Day
    Thursday:
    Open All Day
    Friday:
    Open All Day
    Saturday:
    Open All Day

    Licensing

    Insured

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    Service Categories

    Furniture Refinishing and Repair,
    Upholstering,
    Leather & Vinyl Repair,
    Window Treatments,
    Patios,
    Furniture - Custom Made

    FAQ

    Southern California Craftsman is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Open All Day

    Monday: Open All Day

    Tuesday: Open All Day

    Wednesday: Open All Day

    Thursday: Open All Day

    Friday: Open All Day

    Saturday: Open All Day

    Southern California Craftsman accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    No, Southern California Craftsman does not offer free project estimates.
    No, Southern California Craftsman does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Southern California Craftsman does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Southern California Craftsman does not offer emergency services.
    No, Southern California Craftsman does not offer warranties.
    Southern California Craftsman offers the following services: Furniture Repairs, Furniture Refinishing, Custom Upholstery, Window Treatments, Pillows, Cushions, Patio Furniture, Leather repairs and dyers.
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    Contact information

    14857 Bessemer St, Van Nuys, CA 91411


    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Open All Day
    Monday:
    Open All Day
    Tuesday:
    Open All Day
    Wednesday:
    Open All Day
    Thursday:
    Open All Day
    Friday:
    Open All Day
    Saturday:
    Open All Day