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Q: How long does it take to reupholster furniture?

• <div><p>The time required to reupholster furniture depends on the item's size, complexity, and condition. The hands-on work can range from 2-3 hours for a simple dining chair to 10 to 20 hours for a large sofa. The total project timeline with a professional, including fabric sourcing and scheduling, typically ranges from one to three weeks.</p><p>Several factors can affect the timeline. Antique furniture often takes longer due to the delicate care required. If additional repairs are needed, such as sanding or refinishing wood components, the process will also take more time. A DIY reupholstery project will usually take significantly longer than a professional job.</p></div>

Q: Can I reupholster my own furniture?

• <div><p>Doing your own upholstery work is possible, but it&rsquo;s typically a better idea to leave the work to professionals. Without experience and the proper tools, it&rsquo;s difficult to get a professionally finished appearance for your furniture, and many DIYers end up spending money on tools and materials only to hire a professional when they can&rsquo;t get the fabric to look right. If you have reupholstery experience, feel free to give it a shot. However, if you&rsquo;re not confident in your skill level or you&rsquo;re working with antiques, it&rsquo;s worth the money to hire a pro.</p></div>

Q: What furniture won't fade from the sun?

• <div><p>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. </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: 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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Last update on August 30, 2026

Reviewed in August 2026
Did an amazing job. Spent hours cleaning and pressure washing our deck. Then stained it. Brought it back to looking like new. Highly recommend.
Dean's Pressure Washing
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Reviewed in June 2026
Very thorough process from explaining what would be done, through communicating when it would be done, to completing the project. Top notch work. Would recommend them to anyone, and would use them for future projects. The actual project involved replacing stairways to porches plus some...
Upstate Home Improvements, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Sean Grant did an outstanding service. We would highly recommend him to anyone. he removed our old shower and replaced it with a larder one ..He was very polite and cleaned all the mess that was made. we will have New York Sash do the next project that comes up. Ray J VanderVoort and Rose...
New York Sash
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Reviewed in July 2024
The staff who did my carpets asked what I wanted done and followed my direction to the tee. Great communication as well! Carpet looks great! Your guys did a great job! Thank you very much!
Oriental Carpets & Upholstery
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Reviewed in January 2024
We hired this husband & wife team to paint 5 rooms in our new house. Their workmanship was impeccable! They are a great company to work with. They were respectful of our home. We could not be happier with the finished product. Their pricing, in our opinion was very fair. We are having...
RINVIK LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Easy to work with and professional, Highly recommend Louiâ s painting service!!!
Louie's Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
Very professional, showed up when he said he would and fixed the problem quickly. He even changed his boots when coming up from the basement then walking through the house. I would highly recommend.
JMP Contracting
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Reviewed in November 2022
We hired Elegant Interior Designs to remodel our bathroom as well as repair an area of our kitchen which had been damaged when our fridge malfunctioned. Serg did an amazing job. We are very satisfied with his workmanship. His attention to detail is exceptional. Serg worked in a timely manner and...
Elegant Interior Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Excellent craftsmanship. My bathroom looks 1000 times better. Courteous staff.
C. Michael Exteriors, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2021
When dealing with their rep. be sure to specify what you want and how many coats you want. Be sure to have a copy of the details !! I was very happy to dined s group who came in moved the heavy furniture!! Most floor companies say they donot do that!! Rochester flooring people came did the job...
CNY Construction
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Callaghans Cleaning Company

4.5(

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Upholstery and Furniture - CleanUpholstery and Furniture - Clean - For Business

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Brandy did the best job ever for a three story house all by herself."

Response time1 day

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Upholstery and Furniture - CleanUpholstery and Furniture - Clean - For Business

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Sweeping Beauty LLC to do a move in clean after I bought my home. She did an amazing job, everything was cleaned beautifully and the house smelled amazing. We finally felt ready to move in thanks to how well everything was cleaned! I would 100% recommend them as well as hire again in the future for any cleaning I need done!"

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Cookinham Construction

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Furniture - Repair

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am very happy with everything . He is polite and hard working. I'm very pleased with the work that he had done and would hire him again and also would recommend others to use him for their projects that need to be done"

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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JACK-OF-ALL-TRADES

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Furniture - Build CustomFurniture - RepairFurniture - Upholster

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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Call me Vadim. I always been good with my hands as long as I can remember. I can fix almost anything. If you’ll ask my family and friends about me they’ll tell that I’m a Jack of all trades. I’m always happy to help.

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Do It All

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Furniture - Build CustomFurniture - RepairFurniture - Upholster

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

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My name is Dan I have been working as a carpenter for a local union but decided to go different route in life. I work with my brothers on houses and we Do It All. No job is too big or too small. From small things like furniture install to stripping down your house completely and remodeling it we can Do It All.

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PREMIER SUEDE/LEATHER & SPECIALTY CLEANERS

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Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Repair a hole in leather jacket sleeve"

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

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Black River Furnishings, LLC

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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

"Very nice working material, I compared him to a lot competitor around the area and had the best prices."

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Response time1 day

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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S&L Contracting CNY, LLC

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Furniture - Build CustomFurniture - Repair

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Owner was very attentive to the details of the projects. Checked on the progress of the projects almost daily. Work area was maintained as clean as possible throughout the entire project. Always available to answer any questions or concerns."

Response time1 day

Response rate91%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Culyer's Reno's & Repairs

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Furniture - Repair

Serving Marcy, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob is the best. An excellent craftsman at a reasonable price. He Is responsive to calls and questions. Rob is reliable and shows up and stays on schedule to complete the work in a timely fashion. If you need any repairs or renovation to your home, call Rob .You wonâ t regret it."

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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

The time required to reupholster furniture depends on the item's size, complexity, and condition. The hands-on work can range from 2-3 hours for a simple dining chair to 10 to 20 hours for a large sofa. The total project timeline with a professional, including fabric sourcing and scheduling, typically ranges from one to three weeks.

Several factors can affect the timeline. Antique furniture often takes longer due to the delicate care required. If additional repairs are needed, such as sanding or refinishing wood components, the process will also take more time. A DIY reupholstery project will usually take significantly longer than a professional job.

Doing your own upholstery work is possible, but it’s typically a better idea to leave the work to professionals. Without experience and the proper tools, it’s difficult to get a professionally finished appearance for your furniture, and many DIYers end up spending money on tools and materials only to hire a professional when they can’t get the fabric to look right. If you have reupholstery experience, feel free to give it a shot. However, if you’re not confident in your skill level or you’re working with antiques, it’s worth the money to hire a pro.

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.

If your usually super soft couch feels crusty and rough after cleaning, it could be that you haven’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.

Part of the beauty of academia decor is that most textures and materials will feel right at home, provided they’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.

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