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>

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>

How do you know which upholstery company to hire?

• <div><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Ask around to see if friends or family know of any upholsterers</p></li><li><p>Find reviews of the company or individual</p></li><li><p>Look at the photo gallery of their work to see if they work on furniture like yours and if you like their work</p></li><li><p>Check qualifications and references</p></li><li><p>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</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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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>

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: 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>

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Last update on October 06, 2025

Reviewed in February 2021
The repair man was incredibly nice and did a fantastic job. Can't even tell it was damaged. Definitely will hire them in the future if needed.
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Reviewed in October 2009
They gave us an approximate quote, we went down to the store to pick out fabric, had to go back because one of them was out of stock. They picked up the couch a few weeks later, and returned it in 1 1/2 -two weeks. They showed up when they said they would each time, and the work is really nice.
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Reviewed in November 2016
Custom Furniture Works completed the job just as advertized. They were not fast, as we knew from other reviews; however, they were very accurate in their time estimates. They schedule the jobs accurately well in advance, and time from pick up to delivery of the completed chairs was 3-4 weeks as...
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Reviewed in May 2013
They were very professional, and they responded the day that I called. They were very courteous, knew their business and gave us a quote. The estimate was more than we were willing to spend at the time though.
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Reviewed in September 2012
In the last experience we had with Custom Furniture Works, they upholstered all of our living room furniture in one type of fabric. This fabric proved to be very heavy, but they continued with a dedication to not only finish the work, but to return our furniture in a timely fashion with an...
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Reviewed in March 2013
The customer service was exceptional- from the first contact on the phone, through coming to their store to choose a sample, to scheduling the estimate and the pick-up of the ottoman- to the final job (VERY quick, by the way-we expected to have the ottoman out of the house for a much longer time...
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Reviewed in March 2012
The result for the reupholstery was excellent; the chairs look better than ever and are more comfortable due to high quality materials and workmanship. For the cabinet, they matched the undamaged door and refinished the entire piece to make the appearance consistent. They refinished the carved...
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Reviewed in September 2016
I would like to thank Custom Furniture Works for doing an amazing job refinishing our mid-century dining room set and fabricating two additional chairs to go with the set. The entire process has been a joy. Dawn, who works in the office, was very communicative and helpful as she kept us updated...
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Reviewed in April 2018
The company provided a reasonable estimate for the refinishing and recovering work for the two chairs we brought in. They provided a wide choice of fabrics. The work was done very quickly. Everyone we worked with and spoke to was helpful and friendly. They were very reasonable in their charges...
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Reviewed in November 2010
I called to get an estimate over the phone. She gave me a price range and I scheduled to have someone come out for an exact estimate. Their employee arrived on time and gave me the estimate. I agreed to have them do the work. He called in to the shop to see if the type of foam insert I...
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Creative Colors International

Creative Colors International

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Express Upholstery Services

Heather Hannick Designs

Heather Hannick Designs

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House in Style

German Upholstery

German Upholstery

Doitrite Upholstery Service

Doitrite Upholstery Service

Designs by Rebecca, llc.

Designs by Rebecca, llc.

Bella Lifestyle Management

Bella Lifestyle Management

Gateway Interior Design

Gateway Interior Design

Schuler Furniture Services

Schuler Furniture Services

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