reupholstering
Replacing worn seat covers
Reupholstering is the process of replacing the fabric, padding, or springs on furniture—typically sofas, chairs, or car seats.
The work involves stripping the old covering and rebuilding the cushioning before applying new material: We're reupholstering my grandmother's armchair in a modern fabric.
It's often cheaper than buying new furniture, especially for quality vintage pieces.
Woven or knit material
- foamBubble-filled substance
- battingSwinging at pitches
- webbingTough woven strap material
- springsCoils, sources, or leaps
padding · cushions · velvet · leather · linen · damask · chenille · corduroy
Joining with needle, thread
- tuftingInserting yarn clusters
- pleatingCreating uniform fabric folds
- trimmingCutting away excess
- staplingFastening with wire clips
stretching · cutting · measuring · stripping · sewing · channeling · buttoning · welting
Valuable old items
- vintageQuality from past eras
- heirloomInherited family treasure
- conservationPreventing waste or loss
- patinaSurface film from aging
authenticity · provenance · refinishing · historical · preservation · salvage · collectible · Victorian
Restoring to good condition
- updatingMaking something current
- revitalizingRestoring strength or energy
- modernizingMaking something current
- refreshingPleasingly restorative
repurposing · makeover · before-and-after · transformation · upcycling · customizing · redesigning · revamping
Skilled manual tradesperson
- handworkLabor done manually
- skillAcquired ability through practice
- workmanshipSkill in creating objects
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
custom · quality · precision · expertise · tailoring · detailing · traditional · apprenticeship
Upholstered multi-person seats
- armchairsChairs with padded sides
- ottomansUpholstered footrests without backs
- headboardsUpright boards behind pillows
- benchesMulti-person seats or sidelines
loveseats · recliners · wingbacks · settees · chaises · stools · footstools · sectionals
fabric
Woven or knit material
springs · padding · cushions · velvet · leather · linen · damask · chenille · corduroy · tweed
stitching
Joining with needle, thread
stapling · stretching · cutting · measuring · stripping · sewing · channeling · buttoning · welting · seaming
antiques
Valuable old items
- vintageQuality from past eras
- heirloomInherited family treasure
- conservationPreventing waste or loss
patina · authenticity · provenance · refinishing · historical · preservation · salvage · collectible · Victorian · mid-century
refurbishing
Restoring to good condition
- updatingMaking something current
- revitalizingRestoring strength or energy
- modernizingMaking something current
refreshing · repurposing · makeover · before-and-after · transformation · upcycling · customizing · redesigning · revamping · DIY
artisan
Skilled manual tradesperson
- handworkLabor done manually
- skillAcquired ability through practice
- workmanshipSkill in creating objects
bespoke · custom · quality · precision · expertise · tailoring · detailing · traditional · apprenticeship · trade
sofas
Upholstered multi-person seats
- armchairsChairs with padded sides
- ottomansUpholstered footrests without backs
- headboardsUpright boards behind pillows
benches · loveseats · recliners · wingbacks · settees · chaises · stools · footstools · sectionals
scissors
Pivoted twin-blade cutter
- DIYbuilding, woodworking, carpentry, electrical, crafting
- decoratingdecorating, adorning, embellishing, ornamenting, beautifying
- DIY projectswoodworking, carpentry, sewing, knitting, painting walls
- restorationrestoration, repair, renovation, rebuilding, refurbishment
- modern upholsteryfoam padding, synthetic fibers, microfiber, velvet, leather
- restoration workrestoration, refurbishment, rebuilding, overhaul, engine rebuild
reupholsteringdestroying
Causing complete ruin
discarding · trashing · demolishing · junking · throwing away
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