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There are many small details to consider when choosing between reupholstering and repurchasing furniture. Assessing the age, stability, and style of furniture is crucial for making the correct decision. In this blog post, we will dive deeper into the non-transparent details you should keep in mind.

There are many reasons for considering reupholstering furniture. Furniture can be expensive to purchase and can take weeks to be delivered. Finding a perfect piece of furniture is also not easy. During the reupholstery process, the springs, frame, and base of the furniture are saved while renewing the rest of the piece, padding, stuffing, and fabric. Therefore, it is important to test the stability of the existing bases.

Interior and Stability

To test the longevity of the furniture, it is important to test its interior and stability. Gently rock and shake the furniture side to side to observe any creaking or wobbling. If the piece shows these signs of instability, it may be wise to explore the option of purchasing new furniture instead. After all, there is no point in reupholstering if the furniture base will not endure as long as the new fabric.

Another factor to consider before reupholstering is the weight of the furniture relative to its size. If it is heavy in its dimensions, it can be assumed that it was constructed with hardwood and built well, indicating potential longevity. However, if it is easily lifted and lightweight, it may not be worth keeping or reupholstering.

Joints of the Furniture

The next step is to examine the joints in the furniture. Newer furniture under excellent conditions typically uses plywood and metal staples for joint connections. However, older furniture secured with dowels or grooves and wood glue is reliable, as well as in the top condition. If furniture displays these traditional jointing methods, it is a sign that it can withstand the reupholstery process and continue to last.

Traditional Styled Springs

The springs of the furniture bed are just as important as the joints of the furniture. Traditional styles of top-condition furniture would consist of coiled springs tied with twines to secure and stabilize the structure. Furniture with s-shaped coils that run horizontally, including rubber panels, would not be worth the time or money for reupholstery services because it would require replacement springs. Reupholstering is not a cost-effective option for furniture that has weak spring weaving and a shaky, fragile structure. Finally, it is important to consider that older items often have more durable wooden frames, making them more likely to withstand the test of time for many years to come.

For furniture to be reupholstered, the padding and stuffing areas should also be well maintained. To assess this, apply pressure to the cushioned area. If it is effortlessly compressed under slight pressure, additional padding and stuffindg may need to be added. Firm and hefty padded and cushioned areas are the most reliable pieces to reupholster.

Furniture Value

Lastly, if you love it, it’s worth it! After running through these simple tests, if it will last, reupholstering is the perfect way to go! For some, your pieces may hold sentimental, original, or historic value to you or someone else. This is an additional reason why reupholstering would be the best option. Reupholstering is right for you if you love the furniture and no other will exceed your expectations; finding the perfect piece is difficult.

If your furniture exceeded these simple steps to the reupholstery rules, then you know what your best option would be. Do not overlook the reasons for this reupholster. The result will be worth it!