The Art of Re-upholstery

Plumbs offers a nationwide reupholstery service via an extensive network of over a hundred master Reupholsterers throughout the country.

Customers can choose from a range of fabrics manufactured by British design houses, including Crowson, Swaffer and Sanderson. There are over 350 different fabric designs and colours to choose from in a range of materials. Plumbs is a member of The Association of Master Upholsterers and ensures that its craftsmen are experts in their field.

The Reupholstering Process:

• When reupholstering an item, Plumbs craftsmen begin by stripping it and then inspecting the frame.

• The structure is then assessed and tightened as necessary, followed by an examination and possible replacement of the internal components including: webbing, springs and seat cushions.

• The seat and back cushions are re-stuffed if necessary using a fi brous fire-retardant substitute or foam.

• The next process typically involves ‘Deep Buttoning’. A time consuming task, this is the compression of buttons at regular intervals through a deep filled upholstery pad, followed by stitching under the tension at the back. The craftsman then forms a pattern of deep stuffed padded pockets, which are arranged in a diamond shape. The art of Buttoning gives the item an indulgent, voluptuous look made fashionable in the Victorian era.

• The final process when reupholstering is the application of the top cover using the customer’s chosen fabric.

• Plumbs prides itself on its people and are full members of the furniture ombudsman. They are proud to be revitalising the art of reupholstery.

Author: Chris Plumb  | 19/01/10   |   Plumbs  |   Re-Upholstery  |