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Q: Can you reupholster over old material?

• <div><p>It is possible to reupholster directly over old material in some cases, and it can save you a bit of money. If you are going to go this route, make sure you use a darker color than you had previously. Otherwise, you might see the old fabric beneath the new material. You should also keep in mind that reupholstering over old material is only possible with certain materials. For example, reupholstering over leather usually isn&rsquo;t possible. You can ask your professional to see if this is an option for your piece.</p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;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>

Q: Is it worth reupholstering an old couch instead of buying new?

• <div><p>Reupholstering is often worthwhile for high-quality, antique, or sentimental couches, especially if the frame is sturdy. It can cost less than buying a comparable new piece and allows for customization, but may not be cost-effective for low-end furniture. </p></div>

Q: What can you do with a broken couch?

• <div><p>If your couch is damaged, you are not out of options. You might try fixing it on your own, bring in a furniture repair specialist, or opt to get rid of it responsibly. Depending on its condition, you could donate, sell, recycle, or drop it off at a local scrap facility. </p></div>

Q: Is it better to repair or reupholster old furniture instead of replacing it?

• <div><p>When deciding whether to repair, reupholster, or replace old furniture, consider its age, quality, level of wear, and overall value, including sentimental attachment. In many cases, it is more affordable to reupholster or repair furniture than to replace it, especially for antique, vintage, or discontinued pieces.</p><p>Older furniture is often made from durable hardwoods like oak and maple, giving it a longer lifespan than newer furniture, which frequently uses lower-quality materials such as plywood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Because of this, repairing or reupholstering a well-made older piece is often a worthwhile investment.</p><p>To determine the best course of action from a financial perspective, compare quotes from local furniture repair services with the price of a new, similar piece. Reupholstery may not be cost-effective for furniture that was originally inexpensive (e.g., under $300). For high-quality or sentimental items, however, it is an excellent way to preserve the piece and extend its life. If you're unsure, a furniture reupholstery specialist can help you evaluate the piece and make an informed decision.</p></div>

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Last update on October 19, 2024

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Keith did an excellent job assembling several furniture items.
Hardy Handyman Service
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Reviewed in September 2024
I was looking for painters and I got that plus carpentry and masonry repairs! The crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our home. They replaced rotten wood, scraped and sanded, and used high quality product. Our chimney needed some repair and a mason quoted $2k... JRS fixed it for...
Jr's Home Renovations & Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2024
Spera WoodWorks did the crown molding in our master bedroom. They did a fantastic job.
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Reviewed in March 2024
The owner was very professional and knowledgeable about carpet cleaning and care and how to get pet odor out. My dog had stained my couch and i thought id have to throw it out! He was able to get that out. It smelled and looked like new again!! I'd definitely recommend Brown & Sons Cleaning!
Brown and Sons Cleaning Company LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
I wanted to have my basement rafter ceiling painted along with the walls and floor prior to moving into the home I purchased. Vincent was not only able to accommodate my urgent needs he also did a fantastic job! The basement looks absolutely amazing! Vincent and his crew were timely, courteous...
Brown's Painting
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Reviewed in April 2023
Yung is the guy that came and painted our basement, with an unfinished ceiling. All I can say is wow, they did an amazing job. They also painted the walls and floors. Once I set everything back to the way it was, as far as furniture goes, they let me know if I end up scuffing the floors, to give...
Painter1 of Mid-Michigan
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Reviewed in October 2022
I am a landlord, with 10 units. Lofton Painting has been my "Go to" painter for the last four plus years. Reggie is always fair, easy to work with and always attentive to any add ons or touch ups that may be required.
Lofton Pro Painting
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Reviewed in July 2022
Danielâ s remodeling did exterior painting for my 1930 cedar shake sided home and garage. This requires careful work as not to warped or damage the shakes and then needs priming and paint. The quality and attention to their work is excellent. The crew is honest hardworking and fast. I highly...
Daniel's Remodeling
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Reviewed in February 2022
We needed fresh plaster on the walls and ceiling of our family room, and Arriaga was able to do a job that was above and beyond with quality, the generosity of perfectionism, and the two layers of primer on everything. There were some clean-up matters (a plastic layer protecting the dining...
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Reviewed in December 2021
Feldpaush did an excellent job waxing floors and cleaning carpets for our commercial location. They were very professional and took the time to do the job right. I would highly recommend them.
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VanVleet Maintenance and Improvement

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Hello, My name is Dereck \n I've been in remodeling business for 18 years. Family oriented type of guy. Parents started a company when I was Little. Learned a lot from my dad on remodeling.\n There's really nothing that I'm not capable of doing for you in your home inside or out.\n Have a great work ethic and also I like to think about the customer because a lot of times big contractors just rip a customer off and I don't like that. I like to give high quality work at low price.

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"Charles was very pleasant, called on his way, arrived on time, worked very hard and did a very nice job on the 3 pieces of upholstered furniture he cleaned."

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In business since 2012

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"Excellent! Now I have them come biweekly and they are reliable and professional. I like that they use natural cleaning products so my house smells clean and vaguely of white vinegar, instead of chemical products."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Holt, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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"I feel extremely fortunate to have found Vicki through Angie's List ! She is an extremely talented person who is very easy to deal with. She has a breath of knowledge that allows her to accommodate my tastes, but also ensure that the overall design is in sync with the design and location of my home. She has a very diplomatic way of suggesting when I'm going astray with my choices and in every case where she has told me "Trust Me" I have been delighted ! She is very aggressive in helping me find the best pricing and often times will work with the vendors directly hence saving me the time. She also has excellent local contacts. Everyone I've worked with through Vicki has been timely, professional, and highly competent.
My project is far from complete. I intend to continue to use Vicki and her expert advice until the end !!!!"

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Serving Holt, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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"Sean came to clean the carpet. I was so impressed by his working ethics. He is quiet and polite and like other people said, meticulous and responsible about his work!! He worked so hard and the carpet looked so nice afterwards. Even better, the total cost was so reasonable that it surprised me! Another very important point I want to mention is his integrity and honesty. I orginally hired him for both air duct cleaning and carpet cleaning. But after checking the ducts, he said they were still in good shape. So I did not waste money on duct cleaning! This made me respect him more. I have recommended him to my friend who might need air duct cleaning. I am pretty postive he does an outstanding job on air duct cleaning as well. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anybody who needs carpet cleaning or air duct cleaning. I would definitely use him again in the future."

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Sparkle & Shine Cleaning Service

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"Justin and John came over to clean our motor home interior. They did an amazing job. I highly recommend them."

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"Super workers. Very kind people, but the best was their thoroughness. Our house looks wonderful and feels much lighter. Thank you Ali and Amina"

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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

It is possible to reupholster directly over old material in some cases, and it can save you a bit of money. If you are going to go this route, make sure you use a darker color than you had previously. Otherwise, you might see the old fabric beneath the new material. You should also keep in mind that reupholstering over old material is only possible with certain materials. For example, reupholstering over leather usually isn’t possible. You can ask your professional to see if this is an option for your piece.

Paying to reupholster a piece of furniture means you want to hire the right upholstery service, 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:

Ask around to see if friends or family know of any upholsterers
Find reviews of the company or individual
Look at the photo gallery of their work to see if they work on furniture like yours and if you like their work
Check qualifications and references
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

Reupholstering is often worthwhile for high-quality, antique, or sentimental couches, especially if the frame is sturdy. It can cost less than buying a comparable new piece and allows for customization, but may not be cost-effective for low-end furniture.

If your couch is damaged, you are not out of options. You might try fixing it on your own, bring in a furniture repair specialist, or opt to get rid of it responsibly. Depending on its condition, you could donate, sell, recycle, or drop it off at a local scrap facility.

When deciding whether to repair, reupholster, or replace old furniture, consider its age, quality, level of wear, and overall value, including sentimental attachment. In many cases, it is more affordable to reupholster or repair furniture than to replace it, especially for antique, vintage, or discontinued pieces.

Older furniture is often made from durable hardwoods like oak and maple, giving it a longer lifespan than newer furniture, which frequently uses lower-quality materials such as plywood or medium-density fiberboard (MDF). Because of this, repairing or reupholstering a well-made older piece is often a worthwhile investment.

To determine the best course of action from a financial perspective, compare quotes from local furniture repair services with the price of a new, similar piece. Reupholstery may not be cost-effective for furniture that was originally inexpensive (e.g., under $300). For high-quality or sentimental items, however, it is an excellent way to preserve the piece and extend its life. If you're unsure, a furniture reupholstery specialist can help you evaluate the piece and make an informed decision.

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