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What are twist pins and how do you use them?
For DIYers looking for a simple way to keep car headlining, chair covers or armrest protectors in place, twist pins are the unsung heroes. Their uncomplicated design and resistance to rust...
What are twist pins and how do you use them?
For DIYers looking for a simple way to keep car headlining, chair covers or armrest protectors in place, twist pins are the unsung heroes. Their uncomplicated design and resistance to rust...
🎥 How to install jute webbing
Make your old furniture look new again by putting back jute webbing with a web stretcher. You need the stretcher because jute webbing doesn't stretch much on its own, yet it...
🎥 How to install jute webbing
Make your old furniture look new again by putting back jute webbing with a web stretcher. You need the stretcher because jute webbing doesn't stretch much on its own, yet it...
Hand-woven vs. Pre-Woven Cane - Which is it?
Planning to fix a woven cane seat? Before you begin, figure out if it's hand-woven or pre-woven. If you're new to this, pre-woven would be easier. Hand-weaving is a bit...
Hand-woven vs. Pre-Woven Cane - Which is it?
Planning to fix a woven cane seat? Before you begin, figure out if it's hand-woven or pre-woven. If you're new to this, pre-woven would be easier. Hand-weaving is a bit...
Choosing the right grade for your upholstery pr...
For the home upholsterer's we have simplified the task of selecting foam for common upholstery projects. Lets look at Dunlop Dream Foam, Marathon Foam, Elephant Foam and Reticulated Foam.
Choosing the right grade for your upholstery pr...
For the home upholsterer's we have simplified the task of selecting foam for common upholstery projects. Lets look at Dunlop Dream Foam, Marathon Foam, Elephant Foam and Reticulated Foam.
Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential
Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...
Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential
Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...
Work surfaces for DIY upholstery
Let's explore practical tips to upholstering at home, whether you're revamping armchairs or tackling more extensive projects like couches or headboards.
Work surfaces for DIY upholstery
Let's explore practical tips to upholstering at home, whether you're revamping armchairs or tackling more extensive projects like couches or headboards.
Which piping cord to use for my project?
Picking the right piping cord is important in the outcome of your sewing and upholstery projects. Piping not only adds a polished finish but also enhances the durability of your creations,...
Which piping cord to use for my project?
Picking the right piping cord is important in the outcome of your sewing and upholstery projects. Piping not only adds a polished finish but also enhances the durability of your creations,...
Differences between Reupholstery and Recovery
When it comes to reviving worn-out furniture, two terms frequently emerge: reupholstery and recovering. Although they may seem interchangeable at first, they refer to distinct processes that can transform the...
Differences between Reupholstery and Recovery
When it comes to reviving worn-out furniture, two terms frequently emerge: reupholstery and recovering. Although they may seem interchangeable at first, they refer to distinct processes that can transform the...
Why should you reupholster your old furniture?
In today's fast-paced consumer culture, it's easy to be enticed by the shiny allure of new furniture. However, before you rush to the nearest showroom, consider the remarkable benefits of...
Why should you reupholster your old furniture?
In today's fast-paced consumer culture, it's easy to be enticed by the shiny allure of new furniture. However, before you rush to the nearest showroom, consider the remarkable benefits of...
Monthly Upholstery Tip Series
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Upholstery Tip #14 Cover Up
Right before I start to strip the old fabric off, I like to put a drop cloth on the ground under my work surface. It doesn't matter if you're working on...
Upholstery Tip #14 Cover Up
Right before I start to strip the old fabric off, I like to put a drop cloth on the ground under my work surface. It doesn't matter if you're working on...
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Upholstery Tip #13: There's more to safety
Tip #13 acts as a guiding light, emphasising the importance of safety in the workshop when stripping furniture down.
Upholstery Tip #13: There's more to safety
Tip #13 acts as a guiding light, emphasising the importance of safety in the workshop when stripping furniture down.
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Upholstery Tip #12 Labelling
Tip #12 is about the importance of labelling the old fabric panels, understanding fabric direction, and appreciating the significance of nap.
Upholstery Tip #12 Labelling
Tip #12 is about the importance of labelling the old fabric panels, understanding fabric direction, and appreciating the significance of nap.