Reupholstery and Repairs

It's worth it.

The cost of traditional reupholstery from the frame is sometimes considered high and is certainly more than upholstery using modern foams and zig-zag springs. It does, however, represent incredibly good value for money.

Upholstered furniture manufactured before about 1940 was generally of significantly better quality than that manufactured today. The frames will undoubtedly be hardwood and will have been properly and traditionally made using mortice and tenoned joints, glue and screws - rather than inappropriate giant staples and joints made from thin dowels.

The value, unless very old and with good provenance, of upholstered furniture, is largely based on the cost of re-upholstery. You could purchase a reasonable quality new sofa from a reputable manufacturer these days at a comparable price, but the standard of frame and especially upholstery does not compare at all.