Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always—heavily worn or broken furniture often isn’t worth repairing or refinishing (if it’s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can’t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

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: What does it mean if a couch feels crusty after cleaning it?

• <div><p>If your usually super soft couch feels crusty and rough after cleaning, it could be that you haven&rsquo;t removed the cleaning product properly, you used too much, or you applied the wrong type. Always check the couch tags to select the right cleaning product, read application instructions carefully, and test on an inconspicuous corner. For fabrics such as microfiber, you can soften and fluff crusty fibers using a soft-bristled brush.</p></div>

Q: Are there environmental benefits to choosing upholstery over replacement?

• <div><p>Upholstery reduces waste sent to landfills, limits resource consumption, and supports sustainable living practices, provided fabrics meet standards.</p></div>

Q: Is furniture restoration worth it?

• <div><p>Not always&mdash;heavily worn or broken furniture often isn&rsquo;t worth repairing or refinishing (if it&rsquo;s even possible). While some damage can be repaired and some of the visual appeal restored, major flaws, such as structural issues, can&rsquo;t be fixed as easily. If you still want a cost-saving furniture refinishing project rather than purchasing all new, consider shopping for similar secondhand pieces at thrift stores, garage sales, and estate sales.</p></div>

Q: How long does the upholstery process typically take?

• <div><p>The process usually takes 1-2 weeks, and it is highly influenced by the materials, complexity of the project, and any customization desired.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2017
It was good. I didn't price it around because the one's that I tried from Angie's List were not answering their phones. It was a fair price. It was around the price that I anticipated. One person came out. They did an excellent job. They put down tarps on the floor, and put the furniture on...
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Reviewed in August 2016
Gloria is wonderful to work with! She came in and totally redid our living room area. Rearranged furniture, added coordinating decor which was pulled from other rooms in the house and some she brought with her. Hung pictures that I wanted to integrate into the room, painted some frames on the...
Windy Ridge Interiors
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Reviewed in September 2015
I really hate this store, but the same is probably true of the others. You are "greeted" when you come in, but in fact whoever greets you when you come in is your salesperson and they slink behind you around the store, popping into view periodically to try to sell you something. In spite of...
Havertys - Wesley Chapel
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Reviewed in June 2014
I am very happy with the service. We had to stop along the way and pick up more furniture at a store and it wasn't an issue for them. I would use them again if I move.
Iowa Moving 1, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
My husband and I just moved into the area and into a new house. Our house has big rooms and I could not picture how I was going to decorate them. We needed to fill a lot of rooms and I had no clue where to start. Our first visit Robin came over and looked at the furniture I had and helped me...
SORTED AFFAIRS HOME STAGING
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Reviewed in October 2013
The movers were extremely prompt with the move. Were very careful with the loading and unloading of furniture. The movers were polite and very caring and made any adjustments to where things were placed. Would highly recommend their services to anyone.
HAWKEYE MOVERS LTD
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