reupholstery
Sofa fabric replacement
Reupholstery is the process of replacing the fabric, padding, or springs on furniture.
An old sofa with worn covering and sagging cushions might be sent out for reupholstery rather than replaced.
The work is typically done by a professional upholsterer: The reupholstery cost nearly as much as a new chair.
Inserting yarn clusters
- buttoningSecuring with disc closures
- channelingDirecting flow or energy
- pipingTubes for fluid transport
- pleatingCreating uniform fabric folds
patternmaking · precision · tailoring · seamstress · artisan · bespoke · custom · handmade
Woven or knit material
- leatherTanned animal skin
- velvetThick-pile textile
- damaskReversible figured fabric
- chenilleTufted velvety fabric
microfiber · twill · leatherette · vinyl · canvas · linen · foam · batting
Removing outer layers
- recoveringRegaining health or strength
- repaddingAdding cushioning anew
- refinishingRestoring a worn surface
- webbingTough woven strap material
tacking · stapling · stretching · cutting · measuring · fitting · sewing · stitching
Old valued collectible
- vintageQuality from past eras
- heirloomInherited family treasure
- revitalizeRestore strength and vitality
- recoverRegain health or possession
preserve · refinish · repair · renew · original · authentic · patina · conservation
Multi-seat cushioned furniture
- armchairUpholstered seat with supports
- ottomanBackless cushioned seat
- chaiseExtended reclining seat
- headboardVertical bed frame panel
settee · loveseat · banquette · bench · stool · recliner · wingback · cushions
Improving discarded materials' value
- repurposeAdapt for new use
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
- longevityDuration of existence
durability · ethical · low-impact · renewable · refurbish · secondhand · thrift · conscious
tufting
Inserting yarn clusters
- buttoningSecuring with disc closures
- channelingDirecting flow or energy
- pipingTubes for fluid transport
pleating · patternmaking · precision · tailoring · seamstress · artisan · bespoke · custom · handmade · finishing
fabric
Woven or knit material
chenille · microfiber · twill · leatherette · vinyl · canvas · linen · foam · batting · webbing
stripping
Removing outer layers
- recoveringRegaining health or strength
- repaddingAdding cushioning anew
- refinishingRestoring a worn surface
webbing · tacking · stapling · stretching · cutting · measuring · fitting · sewing · stitching · gluing
antique
Old valued collectible
- vintageQuality from past eras
- heirloomInherited family treasure
- revitalizeRestore strength and vitality
recover · preserve · refinish · repair · renew · original · authentic · patina · conservation · historical
sofa
Multi-seat cushioned furniture
headboard · settee · loveseat · banquette · bench · stool · recliner · wingback · cushions · seat
upcycling
Improving discarded materials' value
- repurposeAdapt for new use
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
longevity · durability · ethical · low-impact · renewable · refurbish · secondhand · thrift · conscious · green
- DIY projectswoodworking, carpentry, sewing, knitting, painting walls
- restorationrestoration, repair, renovation, rebuilding, refurbishment
- Restoration Serviceswater damage, fire damage, mold removal, flood cleanup, smoke damage
- furniture craftswoodcarving, refinishing, furniture painting, veneering, marquetry
- upholsteryfoam, padding, stuffing, tufting, fabric
- surface coveringscoat, paint, covering, tiles, felt
reupholsteryrefinishing
Restoring a worn surface
wood restoration · veneering · stripping · varnishing · frame repair
reupholsterydisposal
Act of throwing away
discarding · throwing away · junking · demolition · scrapping