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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>

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 long does leather furniture last?

• <div><p>Depending on the quality of the leather, this type of upholstery can last anywhere from 5 to 20 years. The more time you invest in the care and protection of the leather, the longer your leather furniture is likely to last. </p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;ll need to apply it about twice each year. It&rsquo;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>

Q: What should I look for in a professional upholsterer?

• <div><p>When hiring an upholsterer, look for a pro with experience in your chair type, positive reviews, and a portfolio of completed projects. Ask about their process, timeline, warranty, and whether they are insured. Getting multiple quotes from reupholsterers in your area and checking their references can help ensure quality and fair pricing.</p></div>

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Last update on December 13, 2024

Reviewed in December 2024
Pro Painting and Restoration did a wonderful job. The price quote was very competitive. The interior painting of the ceilings, walls, baseboards, doors, trim, and door jambs turned out great. From sanding, to priming, to 2 coats of paint, it was all done correctly. I highly recommend this...
Pro Painting & Restoration Corp.
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Reviewed in November 2024
From the start meeting with the owner(Walter) for measurements of our two bedroom condo to remove all the carpeting and replace with laminate wood flooring; it was a pleasure to work with.. We were impressed the way the installers handled all the movement of furnitures in and out of each area of...
Walter M. Horowicz Flooring
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Reviewed in November 2024
Panelli Mold Pros was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. They were proactive and responsive to questions and requests and did the job well. Mold fully removed, surface and subsurface areas disinfected. Discolored wood surfaces were all cleaned and restored, work completed as...
Pinnelli Mold Pros
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Reviewed in July 2024
Had a great experience working with John and his crews drywalling and priming our basement! As well as spraying the ceilings (after I tried and failed myself). John was easy to get a hold of and his crews worked quickly and after hours to get everything done in a timely manner. Thanks to John,...
Pro Painting & Restoration Corp.
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Reviewed in October 2023
This is the 2nd time I used Montalbano. The owner is wonderful and takes great care of the furniture. Each time the furniture was done on time and looked beautiful.
Montalbano Inc
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Reviewed in October 2023
Handyman Pro's has been my go-to vendor for any household tasks. This time, they installed crown moulding for us. Very pleased with them as always!
Handyman Pros
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Reviewed in December 2022
Highly Recommend! Very professionally and a fair price. They painted my entire house including ceilings, and patched the nail holes.
Straight Lines, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Matt and his teams were very easy to work with. We actually did both interior, and exterior work. In addition to exterior staining, Matt has a carpenter who was able to repair, or replace bad wood. We are extremely pleased with the results!
Honeybear Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2022
Thorough and great work. Quick clean up and helped with some furniture moves. Made good suggests for the grade of tinting used in various locations. Overall a positive experience.
Sullivan's Window Tinting
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Reviewed in February 2022
Arkadia Floorings (Mike Osan Mircea) has done a wonderful job of installing lvp in our basement. He is extremely meticulous , worked at a steady pace and completed the job with utmost care. He pulled out the carpets and cleanly packed them for easy disposal. Then he made the basement floor look...
Arkadia Hardwood Flooring, Inc.
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Bill's Cleaning and flood restoration

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

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill did a professional and thorough cleaning of our carpeting. It looks like new--he even removed some tar stains! I would not hesitate in hiring him next time I need carpet cleaning."

+37

Response time4 hrs

Response rate99%

Recommended by7%of homeowners

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ARBGA Handymen

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Furniture - RepairFurniture - Upholster

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

serving our clients for over ten years and providing our best service\n\nIf you think of it, I'll do it, and you'll be happy.

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Ron Kelley

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

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Ive spent the past 20 years building a skill set to become a well rounded crafstman. I focus on quality and detail to make sure every job is done right. From custom woodworking to stained glass windows I can help with all of your home projects.

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TOTALLY CLEAN LLC

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Small jobs welcome

Totally clean is a property maintenance company that takes care of all your properties from your simple clean to your industrial deep clean we take care of windows , gutters , snow removal, lawn care your all in one company that’s tailored to the clients needs , call Omar for the best FREE Quote

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PREMIER SUEDE/LEATHER & SPECIALTY CLEANERS

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Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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Credit card accepted

"Repair a hole in leather jacket sleeve"

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Berger's Table Pad Factory

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Furniture - Build CustomFurniture - Upholster

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

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"price is better other places magnets do not work keeping panels connected"

Recommended by93%of homeowners

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Hi Tek Carpet Cleaning

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Upholstery and Furniture - Clean

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is such a pleasure to find a company that takes pride in the work they do! The guys were friendly and diligent and were able to get rid of some tough stains the last carpet cleaners could not. Carpets dried very quickly. It all looks brand new. So happy...I thought replacement was my only option."

+14

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Sears Carpet and Air-Duct Cleaning

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

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My reps from Sears, Rafael and Otilio, were great. They were on time, professional, educated me on the process but worked quickly and efficiently. They cleaned up and put everything back to its original place. I would recommend Sears for air duct cleaning and upholstery cleaning"

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"Great! After the lift chair was cleaned and the smoke smell was gone, I was able to sell it for $250."

+22

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Salem, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"The designers were very nice. However, they only recommended/carried a litmit number of suppliers - few of which were in Indy. The suppliers they carreid were also very expensive. Even though I sent pictures, I found that I needed a designer that could come to the house and help find local suppliers for paints and material."

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Upholstering questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Depending on the quality of the leather, this type of upholstery can last anywhere from 5 to 20 years. The more time you invest in the care and protection of the leather, the longer your leather furniture is likely to last.

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 protect your leather furniture 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.

When hiring an upholsterer, look for a pro with experience in your chair type, positive reviews, and a portfolio of completed projects. Ask about their process, timeline, warranty, and whether they are insured. Getting multiple quotes from reupholsterers in your area and checking their references can help ensure quality and fair pricing.

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