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: Is it cheaper to buy new furniture or reupholster?

• <div><p>It <i>can</i> be cheaper to reupholster a chair or other piece of furniture than to buy a new one, depending on how much it costs to replace. If the chair or couch originally cost less than $300, then reupholstery may not be the cheapest option. However, if the chair is expensive, vintage, or discontinued, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-reupholstery.htm">reupholstery</a> can be the more affordable option. This is especially true if the piece of furniture is out-of-production or holds sentimental value.</p></div>

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: 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 are the benefits of upholstering furniture instead of replacing it?

• <div><p>Upholstering allows personalization, extends furniture life, conserves resources, refreshes decor, and often costs less than buying new pieces.</p></div>

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Great customer service, friendly and fast. Careful with surrounding trees and lawn furniture. Excellent clean up job.
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Reviewed in May 2015
Provider arrived on time both times as I had two separate days scheduled. Tile and grout cleaning and resealing went better than I expected. I did not realize how dirty it had gotten! All flooring was done to my satisfaction, as well as the furniture. One of the seat cushions had a stain on...
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Reviewed in April 2015
Very neat organized and he made sure to protect all the furniture with sheeting and clleaned when he was finished replacing things to orinal spots. Excellent work!!!!!
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Reviewed in August 2014
QUICK SERVICE. VENTS LOOKED REALLY GOOD AFTERWARD. ONLY COMPLAINT WOULD BE THE AMOUNT OF DUST AND DIRT THAT WAS ALL OVER THE FLOOR AND FURNITURE WHEN THEY WERE DONE, BUT THAT IS TO BE EXPECTED I GUESS. I SUPPOSE I WOULD HAVE APPRECIATED IT MORE IF THEY TOOK LONGER JUST SO THEY COULD HAVE THE...
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Reviewed in March 2014
We have used his handyman services for almost one year and very satisfied with workmanship, professionalism and pricing. He has helped us repair door handles, window screens, plumbing, electrical, garage door, replace carpet pad and coordinate reinstall of carpet and moving of furniture. He has...
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Reviewed in January 2014
she put scent in the paint w/out consulting me. made other decisions w/out consulting me. she was used to new construction, and as a result didnt keep track of hardware she removed. misplaced hardware. couldnt remember how to reinstall shades. painted over holes and couldnt remember where...
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Reviewed in January 2014
Didn't move the furniture we thought they should
TERRI MAIDS CLEANING SVC
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Reviewed in August 2013
The initial customer service in the Peoria, Illinois store went well. Once the store received my money, everything went horrible from then on. I had to wait for over two months until the furniture was delivered. The initial shipment included a dining room table. It was obviously broken and...
Ashley Furniture Industries Inc
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Reviewed in December 2012
After extremely frustrating telephone encounters with other potential handymen, I contacted Scott Siegrist of Home Sweet Home. We had recently moved into our new house and had had new wood flooring put in. Unfortunately there was a large gap left between the new floor and the base molding in...
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Reviewed in May 2012
I really wasn't that involved in the process, it was more of my husband but they seemed to do a good job. My husband appeared pleased with them and they got everything done. No furniture was harmed or anything. So basically, we were pleased with the service.
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