Being able to upholster something at home is an incredibly useful skill. Once you learn to reupholster a chair, you can turn all kinds of thrift store throwaways into useful, good-looking furniture. A ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mera Studio Architects 2 Reupholstering a sofa can transform tired and worn-out seating.

Shopping for a new couch can be a challenge: You have to make sure whatever you get is comfortable, the right size for the space, a material that will stand the test of time, and a color you love. So ...

Learn how to reupholster a chair seat and back (and even a couch), and you’ll be able to bring custom design into your space while extending the lifespan of a cherished piece of furniture. Upholstery ...

First, how gross is the couch in question? Has it been sitting outside, getting rained on and moldy? Have the filling/cushions rotted out or disintegrated? If we're talking about a couch that it is ...

(Mass Appeal) – Have you ever dreamed of breathing new life into an old piece of furniture by reupholstering it? It’s true – furniture can be reinvented with reupholstery and the process is not as ...

DEAR GAIL: We have a sofa and chair that we've had for years but the fabric has seen better days. We're considering reupholstering but didn't know if it is better to reupholster or just buy new? -- ...

Q: I plan to reupholster some of my living room furniture. Since my tastes are rather conservative, this is the first time I’ve even considered using patterns on the upholstery. How do I go about ...

PATTI L. COWGER Jun 5, 2021 Jun 5, 2021 Updated Sep 6, 2023 Over the years, I’ve been asked many times whether it is better to reupholster existing furniture or to buy new. I’ve developed a habit as I ...

Beautiful fabric furniture pieces can be found at any thrift store or consignment shop — often at reasonable prices. However, these pieces might come with a level of wear — or an outdated pattern — ...