How do you prevent leather furniture from peeling?

• <div><p>Ongoing maintenance of your leather furniture is the only way to prevent it from peeling and cracking. Real leather will peel and crack as it dries out. Leather conditioners are a great way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-protect-your-leather-furniture-years-come.htm">protect your leather furniture</a> from drying out, and you’ll need to apply it about twice each year. It’s also a good idea to keep abrasive materials away from your leather to prevent cracking and peeling, including belt buckles, shoes, and multi-surface cleaners, especially those that contain alcohol.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best material to wrap furniture?

• <div><p>To safeguard your furniture and upholstered items, it's best to use plastic wrap or specially-made plastic sofa covers. However, you should avoid wrapping wooden furniture in plastic if you plan on storing it, as plastic can trap moisture and warp the wood, plus it may damage certain finishes. In either case, old blankets or moving blankets make excellent alternatives. For protecting delicate glass table tops and mirrors, bubble wrap is always a reliable choice.</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: Can I upholster furniture myself, and what skills are needed?

• <div><p>DIY upholstery is feasible for simple pieces with the right tools and skills, though intricate jobs typically require professional expertise for the best results.</p></div>

Q: Can I reupholster my own furniture?

• <div><p>Doing your own upholstery work is possible, but it&rsquo;s typically a better idea to leave the work to professionals. Without experience and the proper tools, it&rsquo;s difficult to get a professionally finished appearance for your furniture, and many DIYers end up spending money on tools and materials only to hire a professional when they can&rsquo;t get the fabric to look right. If you have reupholstery experience, feel free to give it a shot. However, if you&rsquo;re not confident in your skill level or you&rsquo;re working with antiques, it&rsquo;s worth the money to hire a pro.</p></div>

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Last update on November 08, 2025

Reviewed in October 2023
Lynn in customer service is extremely helpful. The crew working on the move were hard working and pleasant to deal with. The furniture seemed to be protected fairly well, however because it was delivered to a storage facility, I was unable to inspect each piece due to the wrappings.
Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2022
This couple did the best job for me, than I have ever had done, with any other furniture/rug cleaning services before. And I have had a few! Highly recommended!!
Steam Shark Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in November 2021
The mover from Advanced Moving and Storage during my move is absolutely commendable. I wasn’t expecting much from the company as I didn’t really know much about them. But they were just unbelievable. All four men were very strong and organized. They packed and loaded all my belongings in an...
Advanced Moving & Storage, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2020
They went above and beyond and helped me by bringing all the furniture from up in the bedrooms down into the living room.
L & V Cleaning Services and Sanitation, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2019
My dryer vent was completely clogged and the reason for contacting Home Advisor. Mr. Duct replied same day to my inquiry and an appointment was set up for both the dryer vent and whole house air ducts. Kirk and Emmanuel were right on time, even called 30 minutes out to let me know their...
Mr Duct Chicagoland
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Reviewed in October 2018
Rob followed up after a day or 2 to see what I thought. Based on Platinum’s customer service, I chose them to clean several rooms, upholstered furniture and large basement of my home. Henry was the tech on site and kept me informed as each room was started and completed. He also conferred with...
PlatinumCare Cleaning and Restoration
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Reviewed in July 2016
It went great! Everyone was very professional and they got back to me in a timely manner if I had any questions. Nothing was broken, they covered everything and were very careful when removing their tarps so that dust did not get onto my furniture. They treated my home like it were their...
WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
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Reviewed in May 2013
First of all, they misrepresented the quality of the product. They made it sound like we had to purchase right away. The sales rep said the delivery would be just after the new year. We did not receive the furniture until early March. We called several times to see where it was and they said it...
Room Place
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Reviewed in December 2011
They moved heavy furniture with no additional charge. The installation was wonderful. They removed the old carpet and hauled it off. Can't see the seams. They cleaned up everything when they finished. The carpet looks beautiful!
Douglas Carpet One Floor & Home
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Reviewed in October 2009
They came on time and worked quickly and professionally through the house. They moved furniture around and spread drop cloths and kept things very clean. They were done in much less time than other estimates.
Giordano Construction
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