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Upholstery Tip #20: Don't precut your webbing
When working with upholstery webbing, avoid pre-cutting it into equal lengths. This approach is actually unnecessary, time-consuming and wasteful. Upholsterers have a far more efficient method that speeds up the process and...
Upholstery Tip #20: Don't precut your webbing
When working with upholstery webbing, avoid pre-cutting it into equal lengths. This approach is actually unnecessary, time-consuming and wasteful. Upholsterers have a far more efficient method that speeds up the process and...
Upholstery Tip #19: Weave your webbing
When you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...
Upholstery Tip #19: Weave your webbing
When you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...
Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms
When it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...
Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms
When it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...
Upholstery Tip #18 Choosing your Foundation Layer
Just like a building, an upholstered chair needs a strong foundation. The foundation isn't just about making sure the chair looks good; it’s what holds up the stuffing, the fabric,...
Upholstery Tip #18 Choosing your Foundation Layer
Just like a building, an upholstered chair needs a strong foundation. The foundation isn't just about making sure the chair looks good; it’s what holds up the stuffing, the fabric,...
Upholstery Tip #17 Clean up the surface
The visible parts of furniture frames should be tidied up before you begin your reupholster project. If you don't, the new fabric might get ruined if refinishing is done later!
Upholstery Tip #17 Clean up the surface
The visible parts of furniture frames should be tidied up before you begin your reupholster project. If you don't, the new fabric might get ruined if refinishing is done later!
Upholstery Tip #16 DIY Filler for tack holes
If you’re working with an old frame full of tack holes, don’t worry. Before you start reupholstering, it’s essential to fill those holes. Here's how...
Upholstery Tip #16 DIY Filler for tack holes
If you’re working with an old frame full of tack holes, don’t worry. Before you start reupholstering, it’s essential to fill those holes. Here's how...
Upholstery Tip #15 Wobbly Frame Inspection
By starting with a sturdy frame, you lay the groundwork for a successful upholstery project. Let's learn 2 pro tips!
Upholstery Tip #15 Wobbly Frame Inspection
By starting with a sturdy frame, you lay the groundwork for a successful upholstery project. Let's learn 2 pro tips!
Upholstery Tip #14 Cover Up
Right before I start to strip the old fabric off, I like to put a drop cloth on the ground under my work surface. It doesn't matter if you're working on...
Upholstery Tip #14 Cover Up
Right before I start to strip the old fabric off, I like to put a drop cloth on the ground under my work surface. It doesn't matter if you're working on...
What are twist pins and how do you use them?
For DIYers looking for a simple way to keep car headlining, chair covers or armrest protectors in place, twist pins are the unsung heroes. Their uncomplicated design and resistance to rust...
What are twist pins and how do you use them?
For DIYers looking for a simple way to keep car headlining, chair covers or armrest protectors in place, twist pins are the unsung heroes. Their uncomplicated design and resistance to rust...
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Upholstery Tip #21: Don't precut your webbing
Antonia MarinoWhen working with upholstery webbing, avoid pre-cutting it into equal lengths. This approach is actually unnecessary, time-consuming and wasteful. Upholsterers have a far more efficient method that speeds up the process and...
Upholstery Tip #21: Don't precut your webbing
Antonia MarinoWhen working with upholstery webbing, avoid pre-cutting it into equal lengths. This approach is actually unnecessary, time-consuming and wasteful. Upholsterers have a far more efficient method that speeds up the process and...
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Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms
Antonia MarinoWhen it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...
Upholstery Tip #20: Webbing Chair Backs & Arms
Antonia MarinoWhen it comes to webbing on the back of a chair or inside arms and wings, it’s a little different from the seat. Unlike seats, where you often weave horizontal...
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Upholstery Tip #19: Weaving your webbing
Antonia MarinoWhen you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...
Upholstery Tip #19: Weaving your webbing
Antonia MarinoWhen you’re working on your next upholstery project, take the time to weave the webbing properly—unless, of course, your chair’s design calls for something different. A well-crafted foundation is key...
