Assessing Your Furniture's PotentialWhen to Reupholster vs. ReplaceEvery piece of furniture carries evidence of its history, and the only way to find that evidence is to press on the frame with both hands. I have seen chairs with torn fabric that retain their original...

Tools and MaterialsI've stripped enough sofas to know this: the tools decide your fate before you ever learn how reupholster a couch. A quality staple gun and 8mm staples are non-negotiable. You also need webbing, foam, and batting. A staple remover saves your...

Understanding Upholstery BasicsTypes of Upholstery FabricsA single armchair can consume eight metres of fabric, yet most South African homeowners choose their upholstery based on colour alone. The weave, the substrate, and the abrasion resistance determine whether a...