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Elastic webbing on sofa base

Upholstery Tip #19: Weave your webbing

When you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...

Upholstery Tip #19: Weave your webbing

When you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...

Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms

Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms

When it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...

Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms

When it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...

Mallet, webbing and upholstery springs

Upholstery Tip #18 Choosing your Foundation Layer

Just like a building, an upholstered chair needs a strong foundation. The foundation isn't just about making sure the chair looks good; it’s what holds up the stuffing, the fabric,...

Upholstery Tip #18 Choosing your Foundation Layer

Just like a building, an upholstered chair needs a strong foundation. The foundation isn't just about making sure the chair looks good; it’s what holds up the stuffing, the fabric,...

Understanding upholstery foam grades

Understanding upholstery foam grades

Upholstery foam plays a crucial role in providing comfort and support to furniture. It's essential to have a good understanding of upholstery foam and how to choose the right one...

Understanding upholstery foam grades

Upholstery foam plays a crucial role in providing comfort and support to furniture. It's essential to have a good understanding of upholstery foam and how to choose the right one...

Sanding a chair

Upholstery Tip #17 Clean up the surface

The visible parts of furniture frames should be tidied up before you begin your reupholster project. If you don't, the new fabric might get ruined if refinishing is done later!

Upholstery Tip #17 Clean up the surface

The visible parts of furniture frames should be tidied up before you begin your reupholster project. If you don't, the new fabric might get ruined if refinishing is done later!

How and why to use domed chair nails

How and why to use domed chair nails

  DIY upholstery projects can be a fun and rewarding way to give your furniture a fresh new look. Whether you're reupholstering a beloved armchair or refurbishing a vintage sofa,...

How and why to use domed chair nails

  DIY upholstery projects can be a fun and rewarding way to give your furniture a fresh new look. Whether you're reupholstering a beloved armchair or refurbishing a vintage sofa,...

White glue and sawdust on a mixing plate

Upholstery Tip #16 DIY Filler for tack holes

If you’re working with an old frame full of tack holes, don’t worry. Before you start reupholstering, it’s essential to fill those holes. Here's how.

Upholstery Tip #16 DIY Filler for tack holes

If you’re working with an old frame full of tack holes, don’t worry. Before you start reupholstering, it’s essential to fill those holes. Here's how.

How to pick the right upholstery webbing

How to pick the right upholstery webbing

Choosing the right upholstery webbing is essential for ensuring the durability and comfort of your furniture. Let's delve into the details of two popular types of webbing: elastic webbing and...

How to pick the right upholstery webbing

Choosing the right upholstery webbing is essential for ensuring the durability and comfort of your furniture. Let's delve into the details of two popular types of webbing: elastic webbing and...

Clamping frame of wooden chair

Upholstery Tip #15 Wobbly Frame Inspection

By starting with chair with a sturdy frame, you lay the groundwork for a successful upholstery project. Let's learn 2 pro tips!

Upholstery Tip #15 Wobbly Frame Inspection

By starting with chair with a sturdy frame, you lay the groundwork for a successful upholstery project. Let's learn 2 pro tips!