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TOTAL HOME HERO WI
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Furniture - Repair

Serving Athens, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jim was fabulous! We asked him to install a railing on the steps of our pool. He did an amazing job! He is a very polite and respectful person, and he understands exactly what you need done. We will continue to use this company! Thank you!"
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45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ironclad Home Repair
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Furniture - Repair

Serving Athens, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Ive had multiple jobs completed by him including installing a garbage disposal, putting up my ceiling fan and painting my kitchen cabinets. The attention to detail is so much appreciated!"
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Homemade Design
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Athens, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"They are a nice provider. I talked to them on the phone for about 30 minutes and they sent some samples. We were able to get a discount on designer purchases but not useful on designing the space. Once we told them what we wanted, they were able to help purchase from the warehouse and save about $1,500. I think they became too busy with this big deal. You buy a ticket per room and we still actually have a couple left with this provider. After redesigning one room, we kind of ran out of steam and have not designed the other rooms. Overall this is a good service and it's a good concept. Whomever I spoke with, she was really nice. I would recommend this provider. This kind of service seems to be for people with time and knows exactly what they want. They are super helpful with the designer discount from the warehouse. They don't actual design your room which is slight flaw."
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California Client Saves with HMD Designer Discounts
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Timberdown Designs, LLC
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Athens, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are so pleased with the removal, expansion that Terry completed on our home. Terry was always professional and listened to our needs , he kept us informed on each aspect of the project and kept everything organized and on schedule. His workmanship and attention to detail is appreciated. We are so happy with how he transformed our home."
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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

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.

The best way to test the quality of a leather couch is to put your hands on it. If the upholstery is soft and warm, that’s a good indication that the quality is higher. It should also smell like traditional leather. If it smells like chemicals, you’re probably dealing with low-grade leather.

Reupholstering an old or antique chair can be worthwhile if the frame is still sturdy and the piece has sentimental or monetary value. Reupholstery often costs less than buying a high-quality new chair, and you can customize the look. However, extensive repairs or rare fabrics may increase the total cost.

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 worth reupholstering instead of buying new furniture. Here are a few of the benefits and disadvantages of reupholstering a piece of furniture.

Pros:

  • Preserving a family heirloom

  • Maintaining high-quality furniture in good condition

  • Reinventing an old piece of furniture

  • Keeping a piece of furniture from going to a landfill

Cons:

  • Spending (possibly) more than to buy a new piece of furniture

  • Finding out the frame is beyond repair

  • Waiting for the reupholstery work to be done

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