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Avatar for PREMIER SUEDE/LEATHER & SPECIALTY CLEANERS
PREMIER SUEDE/LEATHER & SPECIALTY CLEANERS
4.5(
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Furniture - Repair, Refinish or UpholsterFurniture - UpholsterUpholstery and Furniture - Clean+1 more

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Repair a hole in leather jacket sleeve"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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One way carpet & upholstery cleaning
5.0(
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Upholstery and Furniture - CleanUpholstery and Furniture - Clean - For Business

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great. Nice to have someone who cleans upholstery too! Nice and reliable. Takes enough time to do a great job. Have used him twice now. Will continue to use him. Ann McCarthy"
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Homemade Design
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"The designers were very nice.  However, they only recommended/carried a litmit number of suppliers - few of which were in Indy.  The suppliers they carreid were also very expensive.  Even though I sent pictures, I found that I needed a designer that could come to the house and help find local suppliers for paints and material."
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Recommended by54%of homeowners
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THE Cleaning Lady Painting and more
4.4(
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Upholstery and Furniture - CleanUpholstery and Furniture - Clean - For Business

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

The Cleaning Lady is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. We can do laundry, run errands, assist with Hospice patients and much much more! Give us a call today to find out how we can help you!

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Living Room
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Response time40 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lakeside Furniture
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Furniture - Build CustomUpholstery and Furniture - Clean - For Business

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

It is generally worth repairing leather furniture rather than replacing it, as it is typically more affordable and the material tends to retain its value. A typical repair averages around $250, which is significantly less than the thousands of dollars a replacement could cost. Even a full reupholstering, which can cost up to $4,000, may still be more economical than buying new. With proper care, repaired leather furniture can last for many years, making the investment worthwhile. However, if the underlying structure or frame of the furniture is damaged or malfunctioning, replacement might be a better option. The quality of the leather and the furniture piece are also important factors. For a definitive answer, it is best to consult a leather repair professional to assess your specific situation.

Furniture made from materials resistant to sun fading includes metals like aluminum, stainless steel, and wrought iron, as well as certain synthetic materials like polyethylene (commonly used in outdoor wicker furniture) and resin-based products. Glass tables and accents are also sun resistant. These materials inherently withstand UV rays and are less prone to fading or discoloration. Furniture with UV-resistant coatings or finishes, such as powder-coated metal or UV-protected plastics, offers enhanced protection against sun-induced fading.

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

It is often worthwhile to refinish or restore furniture, especially for high-quality, older, antique, or sentimental pieces. Older furniture tends to have better durability than modern, mass-produced items, and refinishing can cost about one-third of the price of replacement. To determine if it's cost-effective, compare quotes from local refinishing services with the price of a new, similar piece. Refinishing can refresh a piece's look and extend its lifespan. However, it may not be worth it for newer furniture made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) or plywood, or for items with major structural damage. A professional can help you assess the piece and decide on the best course of action.

Upholstering allows personalization, extends furniture life, conserves resources, refreshes decor, and often costs less than buying new pieces.

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