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>

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: 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: Do services include refinishing or upholstery?

• <div><p>Yes, many custom builders offer finishing and upholstery options tailored to your style.</p></div>

Q: What textures and materials go with dark academia decor?

• <div><p>Part of the beauty of academia decor is that most textures and materials will feel right at home, provided they&rsquo;re dark. Some common textures include natural wood, dark metals like iron, velvet, and leather. Incorporating these into your dark academia decor will make them look right at home. Glass is another option in some cases, so fill in gaps in your decor with small glass jars, or really lean on the gothic roots of dark academia with stained glass.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2024
We had carpets and furniture cleaned and everything looks like new again! Very courteous and reasonable pricing.
Rainbow International Of East Central Missouri
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Reviewed in December 2018
(1) Excellent work, neat, clean, efficient, timely done, and we’re very happy with the results. Tim’s friendly personality makes it easy to communicate ideas with and we appreciated his suggestions. We will definitely use Tandem Trades again in the future. (2) Great ideas for interior design,...
Tandem Trades LLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
They quoted $165 for the first two hours and $50 each after that. They showed up late, there was supposed to be three guys only two showed up. I had five rooms in my basement that needed to be done, I had a china cabinet that had my crystal and china, they were supposed to pack all of it...
Elite Movers
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Reviewed in November 2016
The gentleman who presented us with our estimate was very professional, and prompt with his arrival for the appraisal and with the presentation of the fee. The movers, three gentleman, were great. They were efficient, courteous, careful in the handling of our furniture, and punctual in arrivals...
Cord North American
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Reviewed in August 2016
The job was done in 1 week, despite the difficulty of ripping off and replacing all the deck boards, all the tops of the railings, and completely rebuilding the long stairway to the yard. He also reinforced all areas of the structure that needed adjusting and screws, as the deck was put together...
Freedom Midwest Windows & Siding, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
This was the worst experience we could have possibly had. The workers took my drill out of my closet and took it home. When it was returned it was covered in paint. Soda was taken from our refrigerator without anyone asking if it was ok to drink. Toilets were covered in urine and feces and were...
Bowman Painting & Drywall L.L.C.
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Reviewed in June 2014
A all across the board. Oh my goodness. If I had to move again tomorrow, I would give them a call. My goodness. Excellent. When I first contacted them, they had a representative call right away to get back in touch with us and explain what they would do for us. They assigned. They had someone...
Fry-Wagner Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in October 2013
Per my request, they did the work in two sections about a week apart. This allowed me to move furniture from one room to the other without having to take it all downstairs. The job was done quickly on both occasions, and no mess was left behind. There were a couple of spots that soaked into...
Fabulous Floors
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Reviewed in January 2013
From the first time Eric came out to give us an estimate to the final drop off, our furniture and items were treated with nothing but care and professionalism. They took extremely good care of our furniture, clothing, china, collectibles, and antiques. They handled all of our items as if they...
JK Moving Services
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Reviewed in September 2011
I suspected they were stealing. I found one of my items that were broken in the trash. They were throwing items away with out my permission. They ruined my antique mirror, brush and comb set that was my mothers. They ruined scrapbooks and lost precious memories. they also ruined my antique...
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Specializing in pre-designed furniture assembly:entertainment centers,office desks kitchen tables,bedroom sets ,etc .Will also build wooden workbenches.(customer must supply all parts for production.workbench depending on the size will take 3 to 6 weeks to build.furniture assembly depending on what it is. usually takes one day.if multiple pieces need to be assembled.production might take longer.also free hand engraving can be offered using stencils.(specializing in toolbox and workbench engraving).will put your name or religious symbol on your work space. $50 and up depending on size .Free and engraving.$.50 and up a character depending on whats needed.most assembly work done in-house but will travel if needed.$1.00 a mile, all workbench production&engravings done in-house.most work done by appointment only.

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