Is Reupholstering Furniture Really Worth It?
The national average cost to reupholster furniture ranges from $370 to $1,100, depending on the necessary repairs
Reviews of Furniture Restoration Near You
Raymond Burkett
Amazing. Raymond restored to chairs so well that to this day -- I cannot tell which chairs were the ones he repaired. His craftsmanship and attention to detail are phenomenal and I enthusiastically recommend him if you have valuable furniture that needs to be restored or repaired. He's worth every penny!
- Paul P.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
The table was very rickety and unstable he fixed the table so well friends and family think I bought a new one. Outstanding service, I have brought and repaired two more pieces since
- Lorrie D.
Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
Excellent work. The table was repaired very quickly and returned in excellent condition. I would use Metropolitan Restoration again.
- Sandi H.
Termini Furniture Service
Wonderfully. Phil Termini is a genius at restoring and bringing out the wonderful warm beauty of old wooden furniture, like tables I inherited from my parents many years ago.
- Dana W.
Raymond Burkett
Raymond loves furniture and his enthusiasm is infectious when he walks you through what he did for you treasured possession. Today I picked up my end table and learned that it was indeed, mahogany, and that the pulls were brass. He was even able to remove the stains from his he leather inlay without disturbing the gold leaf decoration. I have used Raymond once before, to restore what I thought was a hopeless mess, and he always comes through. I am already planning the next project I will send to him!
- Theresa G.
A & Jads Upholstery Furniture Repair & Refinishing
Jad was able to repair the damaged wood, and restore the appearance of the two tables. He did it for the promised price within the promised time period.
- John B.
Pascal's Woodworking
Pascal did a fantastic job restoring broken handles on two teak arm chairs from a set of six. The repairs were beautifully and seamlessly carried out, and he even took remedial action and strengthened the two arm rests that weren't broken yet, at no additional cost. We had thought we would need to buy new chairs, but his restoration job means we can now keep the original set as is for a few more years. Thank you Pascal!
- Camilla A.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
It was disappointing that this vendor was unable to perform the repairs, but he was very responsive and honest about it.
- Thomas A.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
Outstanding work. I will bring other items to Antiques and Furniture Restoration, inc. in the future for renovation.
- Gregory K.
GEORGETOWN REFINISHING & ANTIQUE RESTORATION
They did a beautiful job. They were extremely nice to deal with on the phone. They showed up when they said that they would. They were very careful loading all of the parts and pieces in to the truck. My daughter said that when they brought it into her home they were very careful. She pointed a couple of things out that hadn't been done and there was just a miscommunication between the office, my daughter, and myself. I am still waiting for them to come back to complete the work.
- Carla C.
Wooden Restorations
I researched several furniture restoration vendors in the area and what drew me to Wooden Restorations was Rich’s extensive experience in restoring roll top desks. Anyone who is familiar with antique roll top desks knows they have lots of moving parts (tambour doors, drawer locking mechanisms, pigeon hole shelving with tight-fitting drawers and hidden compartments). I have a Macey Roll top desk (circa 1910) that has been in my family for over 60 years and it needed extensive work. The tambour door assembly was detached and its canvas backing was completely deteriorated so I had to find someone who knew the intricacies of restoring the tambours to their original articulated working condition. Rich will sit down with you and tell you exactly what is needed to restore your piece of furniture. For my Macey roll top desk, Rich had repaired all the damaged sections (there were several areas) and he took painstaking care to keep all of the original Macey manufacture markings while he hand-stripped the old finish and lightly sanded, where necessary, all wooden finished surfaces. He hand-finished all the wood paneling, tambours, pigeon hole shelving, drawers and trim to their original luster. Rich took prudent care to keep the original patina of the wood. What really impressed me about the project was that he took detailed pictures of the entire restoration process (over 200 pictures) and he provided it to me on a disk as a slide show. Rich completed the job right on schedule (about a month) and the price was very competitive with other vendors in the National Capital Region. Rich was definitely the right person to for the job. He is a true artisan who takes great pride in restoring antiques / heirlooms furniture and he has extensive knowledge on many old American furniture pieces and companies from his extensive work through the years. He is truly a pleasure to work with and I will not go to anyone else from now on. I have included a picture of my roll top desk before it was restored (we found the missing drawer after the picture was taken) and two photos after it was restored to all it’s splendor.
- Jeffrey G.
Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
I am so pleased with the restoration of this cabinet! I will definitely be using Wilson for future furniture restoration projects. Wilson was very responsive over email and was super friendly and professional when picking up and delivering the finished piece to me. The only slight complaint was that both times we had set pick up/delivery times, he called to readjust the time the day of. This wasn't a problem for me because I happened to be home all day on both days.
- Marian L.
Scott Sakovich Furniture Refinishing
The work was excellent. I would recommend him highly. He was professional, he was friendly and courteous, and he performed amazing restorations on my furniture.
- Jeanine W.
GEORGETOWN REFINISHING & ANTIQUE RESTORATION
They are very faithful and know their stuff. They appreciate the history of the pieces. They can generally give you an idea of the history of the piece and what to do to restore it.
- Heide F.
Furniture Medic By DeMay Restorations LLC
The chair is great. I can now sit on it without sinking to the floor. The bed is amazing. It is 200 years old and is now solid and sturdy. It looks fabulous. I had complications when it came to deliver it, but they were gracious and considerate despite my lack of availability. I can't express how happy I am with the entire experience.
- Heidi M.
Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
They are a great company. I had them repair 1 oak dining room chair and make repairs to a second chair. They had great recommendations about the chairs and were very honest. I ended up using them subsequently for several antique upholstery projects. They did a fantastic job. I got an estimate from them to also re-upholster an antique love seat and chair. They also ended up re-gluing the rest of the dining room chairs and work on some other chairs. They have a real respect and appreciation for your furniture and antiques. They do not charge to pick up or deliver your furniture. They saved me hundreds of dollars for not charging me for that. I have worked with Wilson Delgado and he has been wonderful to work with. He is timely and comes out when he says he will. He has been top notch and scheduling was super easy. My neighbor is also using the company because she was so impressed with their work.
- Cheryl A.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
Very well. The table looks gorgeous! The company was very helpful in giving me an estimate based on photos I sent them via e-mail. The color-match of the table top with the pedestal base was perfect.
- Rebecca M.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
The table is one of those tables with a lyre in the base and the top folds open to twice its size, and also swivels to reveal a hidden storage area, like for writing materials or small games. It had been in my boyfriend's grandmother's house, surviving battering by numerous children, and bore many scars to show it. The least was an unevenly faded and worn finish, all the way up to a broken leg with the last 3" missing, and other broken parts. The restoration price was way more than buying a new piece, and the shop was very open about that (which I already knew). But it was a very sentimental piece, so I decided to go for it. I wish I had "before" pictures, because the table looks brand new now. After the table had been dismantled and stripped, I was invited back to choose a stain color. Each was applied in a test square and allowed to dry, so I could see just how it would be in the end. He also showed me some finished pieces of similar wood and stain, so I could judge the final look, too. Even disassembled and stripped, I couldn't believe the craftsmanship gone into the piece, with replacing the missing portion of the leg, a lyre "string", and infilling numerous chips. The finished piece is simply gorgeous. It's hard to believe it's the same piece. He had to show me where the repairs were, I couldn't see them myself. For all the work put into the table, from dismantling to restoration and refinishing, I feel I paid a fair or more-than-fair price. Everyone I spoke with in the shop was very friendly and gentlemanlike. I plan to take 2 or 3 more pieces there for repair!
- Jeannie W.
Metropolitan Restoration Center, LLC.
The piece of furniture I want refinished is actually going to cost less than the price of the deal.
- Stephana N.
Antiques & Furniture Restoration Inc
This company did not perform any services, so I don't feel comfortable rating them. I bought the big deal hoping they could repair my furniture, but they are unable to, so I would like a refund for the $56.00 I spent on the "big deal". Thank you.
- Joan K.
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Furniture Repair & Restoration Q & A:
How much does furniture repair near me cost?
Expect to pay $100 to $300 for a significant repair - the national average is $150. Contact no less than three pros to get a good idea of the price points near you.
How much does full furniture restoration near me cost?
Budget between $300 and $900 for restoring one piece of furniture. People do pay more than this amount for a single piece restoration however.
Do furniture repair pros near me do small repairs, such as single tears?
Yes - consider calling three local companies, but this should cost between $40 to $70.
How much does it cost to reupholster furniture near me?
The average cost of reupholstering is $700 to $1,200. Again, contact at least three services near you to gauge prices.
How much does it cost to reupholster a sofa set?
Some people pay up to $5,000 to get a sofa set reupholstered instead of buying a whole new, modern sofa set.
How much do repair and reupholster materials cost?
The standard sofa can use 16 yards of new fabric. The average cost per yard is $40 for standard materials. Designer materials cost around $70 per yard which high-end fabrics can cost $200 per yard. The cost of stuffing the sofa and cushions id separate. The total material that is used is dependent on the size and design of the furniture.
Do furniture repair companies charge for labor?
Yes - the average cost of labor ranges from $25 to $100 per hour depending on how much work and details needed for the refurbishing. Some contractors can charge $150 per hour for antique pieces and complicated designs.
What other costs should I expect?
- Most contractors prefer to do refurbishing in their own workshop. There may be a shipping cost of $50 to $100 for picking up and delivering the furniture.
- Other contractors charge travel charges of around $40 if they are working from the client’s home. The cost varies depending on client location.
- The cost of wood is more expensive because some furniture like dining sets, armchairs, bookshelves and other furniture made of wood may require more details.
This is a skilled trade - the cost varies from one contractor to another. It is advisable to get at least three quotations and compare the total cost. You can find a company near you that does refurbishing too.
These averages can act as a guideline for furniture repairs. It is well known that older furniture is sturdy and lasts longer. Finding a good contractor is a good way to bring back life to your worn-out furniture.
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How Much Does It Cost to Refinish a Table?
It costs an average of $250 to refinish a table, with a typical range of $150 to $400