Is it better to reupholster or replace furniture?

• <div><p>In most cases, it is more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/consider-reupholstery-instead-new-furniture.htm">reupholster furniture than it is to replace it</a>, but it depends on the quality and age of the furniture you’re considering getting reupholstered. Antique pieces are always worth reupholstering, as it’s the only way to preserve the piece and extend its life. Newer pieces of furniture are more often made using lower-quality materials like medium-density fiberboard or plywood that don’t have the same lifespan as things like hardwood. For newer pieces, your furniture reupholstery specialist should be able to help you determine the best course of action.</p></div>

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Q: Is it worth it to repair leather furniture?

• <div><p>It is usually worth repairing leather furniture, as it tends to retain its value, provided you care for the material. A typical repair for leather furniture will cost about <b>$250</b>, which is significantly more affordable than replacing the furniture entirely. Even if you spend toward the upper end of the typical cost range for a full reupholstering&mdash;around <b>$4,000</b>&mdash;you&rsquo;ll still save money over replacing it. Of course, the quality of the leather and the piece of furniture matters. Consult a leather repair professional about whether it&rsquo;s worth repairing your leather 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: 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: How long does it take to reupholster furniture?

• <div><p>The average time it takes to reupholster a piece of furniture is around <b>eight hours</b>, but it varies significantly based on the piece. A professional can usually reupholster smaller furniture units like dining chairs or small ottomans in two to three hours, while an entire sofa might take several days or up to a week. Antique furniture tends to take longer to reupholster because greater care needs to be taken to preserve the piece. Your timeline might be a bit longer if you need other repairs done, like sanding and refinishing wood components.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2024
It was great working with Dave. I requested a custom cutting board for a Fatherâ s Day gift along with a primitive wooden star. Love the quality of the work! I would use Dave again in the future (possibly thinking about building a pantry and resurfacing some old furniture).
The Nine Fingered Ogre
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Reviewed in October 2020
Recently and for the second time we had Craig work on our furniture. He had very limited time available but so did we and he came thru for us. His time estimate for completion was exact and his workmanship was truly excellent. Upholsterers these days are a rare breed and Craig is truly one of...
Kauffman's Upholstery Inc
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Reviewed in March 2016
Painted interior and repair of drywall. The quality of the work was good. Could have been more fastidious in covering furniture on the first floor as painting ceiling on the second floor had dripped through stairway to first floor and had paint on a 250 year old piece. Could have vacuumed the...
SULLIVAN HOME SERVICES LLC.
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Reviewed in July 2015
The owner, Chris, responded on June 26th examined the furniture, and gave an estimate for cleaning and restoring the faded sofa and love seat. Because there was some "oil stains" on the top of seat backs he gave me the option of having the work performed on-site, or at his workshop. He was...
TOTAL LEATHER CARE
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Reviewed in April 2014
We hired Shively's to move us from a rental house to our new home. They came out and gave us a quote, and seemed courteous and honest. The day of the move, they arrived a few minutes early; three men, as discussed. After a little direction, they got to work. They were really polite, and...
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Reviewed in April 2014
Moved into a new home. Carpeting was finished when we moved in. Small pieces of something (pebbles maybe) in bedroom over area frequently used. When repairman came back for another issue, I asked what it would take to fix and he said oh we could do it but you'd have to move all your...
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