{"id":33080,"date":"2022-09-30T06:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T06:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.vintiqueupholstery.com\/?p=33080"},"modified":"2024-02-13T12:44:12","modified_gmt":"2024-02-13T12:44:12","slug":"how-to-make-your-upholstery-project-a-success-top-tips-from-an-insider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.vintiqueupholstery.com\/?p=33080","title":{"rendered":"How to make your upholstery project a success: Top tips from an insider"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

I love to see a successful furniture revamp. It\u2019s not just about finding the perfect piece and pairing it with an amazing fabric, though. When you have a process that is seamless from start to finish, it all helps to make the end result absolutely stunning. Over the years, I\u2019ve learnt the elements that lead to upholstery project success. So, here are the key things I think YOU need to know before you take your much-loved piece to be transformed!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Banquette<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Banquette seating in Romo Black Maroque<\/a> – Lazurite. Chair in Sunbury Design Madison velvet<\/a> – salad.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Create Something Timeless<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s not just growing concern over the cost of living that\u2019s making us all watch the budget. Salvaging a piece of furniture is an investment, and when you choose to re-upholster, it\u2019s my job to make sure it\u2019s worth every penny of your cash. My biggest piece of advice is to steer away from micro trends and think rather of the styles and designs you\u2019re likely to love forever.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Sofa<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sofa in Arley House Surabaya velvet<\/a> in colour dusty pink.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

That doesn\u2019t mean playing it safe \u2013 far from it, this is the perfect time to express your personality. But if you\u2019re drawn to something that\u2019s flavour of the month, think hard about whether it is actually your taste or just a passing trend. Mood boards can really help here, plus I always conduct thorough fabric meetings to establish what sort of styles will hit the mark and remain timeless.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Don’t do it on a whim<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Quite often, if you\u2019ve just moved into a new place or you\u2019re having an interior reshuffle, you can end up buying or revamping furniture on an impulse. I\u2019d always advise anyone to consider whether the style, dimensions and quality of the piece you have in mind for upholstery are actually fit for purpose. It\u2019s better to wait and find something ideal than make do with what\u2019s easily to hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Pair<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Vibrant fabric from Kitty McCall (Rousseau)<\/a> made this project a 100% success!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

That\u2019s why I rarely recommend buying brand new from the high street. If it\u2019s cheap, there\u2019s a reason, and if it\u2019s pricey, you can often recreate the equivalent by re-imagining a pre-loved piece or an item of furniture you already have. Stop and think about what it is you really want. I bet you can find it online or at a vintage market \u2013 and the best part is that you then get to reinvent it entirely your way with a fabric and colour you\u2019ll love for a lot longer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Is your fabric fit for purpose?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\u201cAn experienced upholsterer will always be able to find you a fabric that looks great but is practical too.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s no good selecting a fabric that won\u2019t stand up to repeated use. I\u2019ve seen it so often where a customer (or an interior designer – yes, really!) chooses a fabric based on its look but hasn\u2019t considered whether it\u2019s functional. Big mistake.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Bed<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

Bed upholstered in Kirkby smooth velvet<\/a>, colour Wedgewood.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Use your upholsterer\u2019s knowledge of the practical aspects of fabric. For example, some velvets will show up every mark, natural cottons can fade very quickly, and if you have pets, children or a particularly sunny room, there are all kinds of elements to consider. A good upholsterer will talk you through it and come up with a fabric that not only looks great but also lasts the distance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Don’t compare the cost<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

It\u2019s all too easy to disregard upholstery as \u2018too expensive\u2019, but I\u2019d honestly implore you to consider what you\u2019re getting. It will never cost the same as an inferior piece from the high street, but what you end up with is always so much better. First of all, let\u2019s not forget the positive impact on the planet. When you choose to restore rather than ditch what you\u2019ve already got, you\u2019re easing the burden on landfill and making an eco-friendly choice.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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\"Chair<\/figure>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n

A successful transformation for this beloved chair \u2013 fabric Diane Hill Marsha Velvet<\/a>, magenta.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

I can also say from first-hand experience that creating your own piece from scratch is a joy like no other. Whether it\u2019s second-hand, a family heirloom or found on a skip, when you restore a pre-loved piece beautifully, it is good for your SOUL. You end up with something that you\u2019ll treasure, infused with your personality and with a heap of good energy on the side. Can you put a price on that\u2026?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

If you enjoyed reading my tips to make your upholstery project a success, take a look at Upholstery: The Customer Journey <\/a>\u2013 an Interview with Sarah Jane.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Do you have a piece in mind for upholstery? Let\u2019s chat! Email me at hello@test.vintiqueupholstery.com<\/a> to see how we can give it a whole new look. Alternatively, you can fill in my online enquiries form<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

*Featured image top: Captain’s Chair in Harris Tweed.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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