Instructions for reupholstering furniture, description of processes

Over time, our favorite upholstered furniture loses its original appearance. And it’s a pity to throw it away, but there’s not enough money for a new one. Don’t be upset, reupholstering your upholstered furniture will help restore its beauty. Today this is one of the simplest methods to radically change the interior of your room, while still saving money. We advise you not to attempt to replace the upholstery yourself. After all, in order to do a high-quality reupholstery, it is better to trust our specialists, since this work requires many years of experience and knowledge.

The upholstered furniture studio offers repair, reupholstery, upholstery and restoration services for upholstered furniture for legal entities and individuals in Moscow and throughout the Moscow region. Our professionals perform the following types of work:

• replacement of upholstery fabric (partial or complete), filling of upholstered furniture;
• repair or replacement of frame structures, retractable mechanisms, fittings;
• restoration of hard elements, as well as the production of mattresses and poufs.

Upholstery of upholstered furniture at home

Re-upholstery may be required in different situations:

• the upholstery has lost its attractive appearance, scuffs or even torn places have appeared;
• the filler “sank”, lost its shape and springy properties;
• there are broken wooden or metal elements (springs, handles, legs, fasteners);
• the sofa, chair or banquette has an outdated look or upholstery that doesn't fit with the new design style.

Restoration allows you to return upholstered furniture to its attractive appearance and functionality. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to transport heavy objects to the workshop yourself; our specialists can deliver them to a specialized workshop and perform the work there. This option has many advantages:

• Rational use of funds. The cost of services will be cheaper than buying new interior items, and the quality of restoration will be much higher.
• Space for design creativity. Sometimes it is difficult or almost impossible to find a sofa or stools that will fit perfectly into a new interior. If you use our services, the problem can be easily resolved. Among the variety of materials you can choose the ideal option.
• Convenience and time saving. Since we undertake the transportation of objects for repair, all you have to do is agree with the appraiser about a convenient time for the visit.
• Creating a unified style. You can change the upholstery on different items to create a unified style in the interior. This approach will ensure harmony and the desired visual effect and, of course, will save you from expensive custom manufacturing.
• Restoration of lost properties and qualities. If you carry out professional repairs, you will be able to get rid of sagging seats and other defects in your favorite interior items.

Hurry up to use our services to appreciate these and other benefits. Discover your design capabilities and use resources wisely. Take the first step towards updating your interior right now, dial our phone number right now to coordinate a time for a technician to come out at a convenient time for you.

Necessary tools for work

To perform the re-stretching procedure yourself, you need to have a number of tools in your arsenal that are important for obtaining an effective result:

• screwdrivers, screwdrivers, wrenches - all of the listed devices will be needed in order to dismantle old furniture. Before reupholstering, all furniture parts must be twisted and disassembled, because each element is updated separately;
• pliers or round nose pliers, as well as a chisel or a special furniture staple puller. After disassembling the furniture, you need to remove the upholstery, which is secured with staples. When pulling them out of a sofa or chair, you need to help yourself with pliers;
• Upholstery of upholstered furniture at home is carried out using a furniture stapler and staples of appropriate length. When choosing this tool, give preference to the mechanical option if you plan to cover a small number of products. If large-scale work will be done, it is better to purchase an electric stapler.

In addition to the listed devices, sharp scissors, a construction knife, a hammer and a tape measure will be useful. Immediately after selecting the tools, proceed to furniture repair - reupholstering one small item will not take much time.

Cost of furniture restoration

Many companies provide repair and restoration services, and pricing policies can vary greatly. We adhere to loyal and reasonable prices. The cost of restoration in each case is calculated individually, as it depends on several factors:

• type and size of objects being repaired;
• external condition and number of functional breakdowns;
• materials used;
• difficulty of work, etc.

Our craftsmen carry out the work in the following sequence:

• Selection of materials and assessment of the scope of work. Then coordination of all details with the customer.
• Next, the repair specialist disassembles the object.
• The next step is to restore the structural elements and strengthen the frame, if necessary.
• In case of malfunction, the master changes the transformation mechanisms and fittings.
• Then the specialist replaces the spring blocks if the springs are broken or crawled out.
• Then the filler is replaced. In most cases, foam rubber with padding polyester or other materials are used, depending on the goals.
• At the last stage, upholstery is done with new material.
• Finally, decoration is carried out.

Depending on the condition of the sofa, some operations may not be performed. The range of services is selected individually, and the price depends on this. The cost of the work is discussed before the repair begins.

Stages of work

Before you begin the process of reupholstering furniture, a photo sequence of which is presented in our article, you need to carefully inspect the products for wear. It is important to identify the main problems that arose during operation. Answer the question: what caused the furniture to become unusable, and which areas should be given the most attention. All stages can be clearly seen in the video tutorial on how to perform the constriction.

The procedure itself consists of stages:

• dismantling furniture items;
• removing old upholstery;
• replacing springs and filler;
• pattern of fabric parts;
• upholstery parts;
• final assembly.

Upholstery of upholstered furniture with your own hands is carried out according to the specified plan, so each of the stages of work must be considered in more detail.

Furniture disassembly

The process of dismantling old furniture depends on its design. If we are talking about a soft sofa, then first the side backs and headrests, as well as additional equipment, are twisted. Next, wherever you can unscrew the mechanisms, you need to remove them from the sofa. After this, disconnect the main part of the product from its frame.

In the case of chair seats, it won't take much time. Here it is necessary to remove only those parts that will be tightened. To avoid getting confused in the sequence of work, watch the video posted in this article; it will help you fully understand the order of tasks.

Disassemble carefully and slowly so as not to accidentally damage the mechanisms and fasteners. If the product has not been disassembled before, it would be a good idea to mark the mounting locations with a pencil. During final assembly, you won’t have to look for a long time to find the places where the parts are fastened together.

Side backrests and headrests curl up

All mechanisms and hardware are unscrewed

Removing old upholstery material

A good tip for beginners in this matter would be to carefully remove the upholstery for further use as patterns for new fabrics. Updated furniture is also refreshed with dermantine, which has a more affordable price than luxury leather. During the process you will need to perform the following steps:

• using a screwdriver, thin chisel or file, carefully pry out all the staples;
• Pull out the staples using wire cutters or pliers.

Make sure that there is not a single fastening element left, because it is easy to get hurt on it when repairing furniture with your own hands. To avoid contaminating the floor surface, it would be appropriate to lay down film or old newspapers. Often, unusable foam rubber begins to fall out from under the upholstery, which is difficult to remove in the future.

Before reupholstering furniture, check the quality of the old foam rubber: here you can see which places need to be reinforced.

Replacing springs and filler

When performing this range of tasks, it is necessary to comply with the technologies that were incorporated into the furniture by the manufacturer. If innovation is used instead, there is a risk of completely changing the product configuration, which could affect its quality in the future.

If the springs are still in good condition, they are repaired. This is done using available tools, by bending the devices in the desired direction. When the material is damaged, it is better to purchase a new spring block, which pleases all users with its elasticity.

Reupholstering of old furniture is carried out taking into account the replacement of the filler, which is foam rubber, padding polyester, felt or batting. Foam rubber is used constantly, only its elasticity and thickness differ. Thickened material is used for armchairs and sofas, and lower density raw materials are used for chairs and soft stools.

Structurally, first the spring side is laid, after which foam rubber is placed, sandwiched with felt for reliability. Before upholstering the product, it is covered with batting or padding polyester, which serves to prevent slipping. In order to clearly understand how to reupholster upholstered furniture, study a special master class that will help you understand all stages of the procedure.

Pattern of fabric parts

For the pattern, use old upholstery: this will make it easier to get the right dimensions. Don't forget to leave 2-3 cm in seam allowances in case the fabric lies unevenly.

Before you make your own pattern, you need to thoroughly measure all the dimensions of the fitted part and carefully develop a drawing. Doing this yourself is difficult and will take a lot of time, so it is still recommended to use templates of old material. Therefore, do not tear or cut, and especially do not throw away the canvases you have just removed, but leave them for subsequent stages of work.

We take furniture measurements

Preparing tools and materials

Cutting out the details

Upholstery parts

To upholster furniture with your own hands, you will need a stapler and new fabric material, cut according to patterns. Start the process by upholstering the simplest parts, such as armrests or square-shaped side panels. Pay attention to the recommendations:

• test a stapler with staples on an unwanted piece of fabric and wood;
• select the correct depth of the staples so that the new upholstery is firmly attached to the frame;
• pull the fabric tighter to avoid distortion of the pattern;
• if upholstery is being done for the first time, use materials with ordinary relief patterns - it is better to avoid complex patterns that require joining.

If the sofa book is reupholstered, after updating the main part, check its functionality. Fold and unfold the sofa to observe whether the upholstery is slipping and what places need to be corrected.

Processing corners

Carefully fold the fabric

We fix the fabric with a stapler

Final assembly

It is necessary to reassemble the furniture according to the instructions, which, as a rule, are left when disassembling the parts. Place and fasten the structure exactly as it was disassembled. Write down the procedure on a piece of paper or take step-by-step photographs of furniture reupholstery.

After assembly, check the operation of all mechanisms, and also examine all corners of the products for defects and defects after work.

A beautifully made piece of furniture with your own hands will bring not only aesthetic pleasure, but also practical pleasure. Updated upholstered furniture will sparkle with new colors in the interior and will serve for a long time.

Materials for replacing furniture upholstery

The upholstery is replaced using various materials:

• jacquard;
• chenille;
• matting;
• tapestry;
• scotchguard;
• velours;
• velveteen;
• flock;
• faux suede;
• natural or artificial leather.

The choice of material depends on the desired effect, overall design, shape and other nuances. The cost, complexity of care and other points are taken into account. For example, leather is expensive, but with proper care it can last a long time. Fabric materials are more affordable, but they stain easily. But an undeniable advantage is the variety of colors.

We work with different materials and help with the choice. We will reupholster a luxurious leather chair or kitchen banquette. Among the variety of textures, colors and patterns, we can easily help you choose the best option for restoration.

If you entrust the repair to the specialists of our company, the upholstery will be completed in a short time.

Material selection

To begin the first steps of replacing upholstery and other components, it is important to choose the right materials. These include the selection of fabric, the choice of filler: padding polyester and foam rubber, as well as other components. Repairing upholstered furniture is easy to do yourself, because it does not require special skills.

When you start selecting upholstery materials, be guided by the existing interior so that the updated furniture fits harmoniously in style and design into the surrounding environment. Pay attention to the recommendations:

• the material for upholstering furniture should not fade or be too rough, so in addition to aesthetic options, also consider the practicality of the fabric;
• check that the pile on the fabric is firmly fixed, otherwise these areas will wear out faster during use;
• material of increased thickness will help hide some flaws when upholstering a sofa or chair at home, if this is done for the first time.

A private country house is usually equipped with expensive furniture with elite upholstery. A tapestry would be a good option, but it is expensive and is unlikely to be suitable for your first experience in upholstery. It is better to give preference to companion fabrics, which are presented in two variations: plain material, and fabric with a pattern on the same background.

In order for the restoration of furniture to be of high quality, you need to choose a good padding polyester. It is placed instead of foam rubber or used simultaneously with it. In addition, it is suitable for covering sofa cushions. Below are the criteria that determine the relevance of raw materials; in order for furniture to be reupholstered without problems, it is worth taking care of the choice of material:

• the color of the material speaks about its quality. It must be white, and if there are admixtures of other colors, then it is recyclable;
• The padding polyester should be dense and not tear in your hands at the first attempt to stretch it;
• there should be no tears in the canvases;
• the smell of padding polyester is practically absent, but if it is present and has a strong tint, it is better to refuse to choose such a material - furniture should only be reupholstered with high-quality fillers.

Another important component is foam rubber. It has many markings and varieties, differing from each other in the characteristics of density, rigidity and elasticity. Reupholstering furniture with your own hands involves using foam rubber that is suitable for the intended purpose of the items. For example, for sofas, materials with a thickness of at least 10 cm are used; for chairs, it would be appropriate to use a material of 5 cm.

In addition to the specified raw materials, you will need a special felt placed between the layers of foam rubber, as well as batting - when reupholstering old furniture with your own hands, this material helps soften the structure of the foam rubber. Sometimes it is used instead of padding polyester.

Registration and order execution procedure

The manager accepts applications by phone, online website feedback form and via mail. An on-site surveyor will determine the scope and cost of the work and offer options for order fulfillment:

• in the company’s workshop: the client is provided with samples of materials and described design solutions to choose from, after which the product is sent to the workshop for updating;
• at home: the designer will remove the patterns from the set, make the covers in the workshop, and then the furniture makers will replace the new covering at home.

Both cases require the mandatory drawing up of a contract. The final payment for the activities carried out is made after delivery of the finished object to the client.

How to remove old upholstery

It is recommended to carefully cut off the old upholstery using a utility knife in order to later measure out new pieces of fabric using it. The security of fastening with building staples complicates the task, so if necessary, the upholstery is removed and the old staples are driven into the wood. The process of removing upholstery is long and labor-intensive, sometimes difficult even for experienced specialists.

After removing the upholstery, it is recommended to remove the filling and properly dispose of it. It is not worth saving on filler, because mold and dust mites develop in it.

To avoid unexpected damage, furniture is disassembled into its components and carefully inspected for defects. If present, the part is replaced. Metal joints are treated with silicone to prevent corrosion and squeaks.

Our advantages

Clients choose us for the following reasons:

• Preliminary assessment of the cost and labor intensity of the work based on a photograph of the product or from the customer’s words;
• We reupholster sofas of any year of manufacture and price categories - from home and office furniture to expensive antiques;
• The experience of our craftsmen allows us to solve problems of any complexity, incl. with severe wear of the upholstery and filling;
• The color palette is represented by a variety of shades, which will allow you to return the product to its original appearance with absolute accuracy;
• Payment for upholstery replacement services is made upon completion of work.

Advantages of the Newmebel workshop

The main advantage of ordering services from the Moscow company Newmebel over other furniture workshops is a two-year guarantee on the work performed. An agreement is concluded with the client to ensure strict fulfillment of warranty obligations within the specified period. In addition, the Newmebel workshop is equipped with the necessary high-tech equipment. The company's employees are masters of their craft with experience in furniture production and in the field of antique restoration. At the request of the client, reupholstery can take place directly at home at a time convenient for the customer. There is no charge for the surveyor's visit!

High-quality leather upholstery of furniture is a responsible and complex process that requires experience and specialized tools. Only a professional can correctly select the material and perform the work so that the product serves the owner for many years.

Advantages for the client in choosing our services

1. Versatility. Our furniture makers specialize in updating and repairing all types of furniture, restoring frames, replacing wooden elements and repairing transformation mechanisms;
2. The quality of the final result. Upholstery of upholstery on antique furniture is carried out carefully and in compliance with high-precision European technologies. The materials used as substitutes for coating and filler are of high quality and certified accordingly;
3. Convenient work schedule. Sending an application to the manager is possible around the clock, and a designer-measurement visit is possible from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. In addition, the upholstery of old furniture is performed on working days, weekends, and calendar holidays designated by the client;
4. Furniture makers with the corresponding prof. qualifications. .The Newmebel team of craftsmen even performs complex work on restoring furniture products. In this they are helped by knowledge, experience and practical skills in updating outdated models;
5. Abundance of upholstery materials. . There are collections of fabrics in a variety of colors, textures and designs, types of leather and fillers to choose from;
6. Punctuality at work. .Respecting the time and trust of clients, furniture makers comply with the order delivery deadline established by the contract;
7. Guarantee. If the client identifies a defect in the furniture or upholstery, within 2 years after restoration, the craftsmen will eliminate these defects free of charge.

Sofa assembly

Restoring upholstered furniture is a reciprocal process, so the sofa is assembled in the reverse order - armrests, pillow and backrest. Before completing the cladding, it is worth checking the strength of the structure and the filler.

Photos of upholstered furniture after reupholstery leave rave reviews. Re-upholstering furniture yourself is difficult and problematic, but the result is worth it. This method of “reviving” old things saves the budget and allows us to preserve things that are dear to us. Upholstered furniture after repair looks like new from the store.