Sofa Reupholstery
Full sofa reupholstery, including new webbing, foam and hand-finished fabric application.
About sofa reupholstery
Sofa reupholstery gives a well-built frame a second life. A quality UK sofa can be stripped back, re-sprung, refilled and recovered to look and feel better than the day it was bought — for a fraction of the cost and carbon footprint of buying new. Whether you have a classic Chesterfield, a modern low-profile lounger or a family heirloom, our vetted upholsterers rebuild it in the fabric of your choice.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Local, vetted specialists
- Photo-based briefs
- Real customer reviews
- Bespoke fabric options
- Aftercare & guarantees where offered
Popular styles
Not sure which style you have? Send us a photo — we'll help you identify it and match you with an upholsterer who specialises in that shape.
Deep-buttoned backs, rolled arms and turned wooden feet. Traditional English style, usually in leather or heavy velvet.
The everyday family sofa — square arms, loose back cushions, wooden or castor feet. Reupholstery is a straightforward strip-and-recover job.
Slim arms, tight backs and tapered legs. Suits bouclé, wool blends and washed linens for a contemporary feel.
Sectional pieces reupholstered as a set so patterns match across corners and cushions.
Fabric options
Warm, hard-wearing, naturally flame-resistant. Great for family living rooms.
Rich, tactile and on-trend. Choose a performance velvet for pets and children.
Relaxed, natural drape. Best with a stain-guard finish.
Traditional Chesterfield choice; ages beautifully and wipes clean.
Popular colour palette
A curated palette that suits sofa reupholstery — from timeless neutrals to statement tones.
How the process works
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Free quote — upload photos of your piece and receive itemised written quotes from local specialists.
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Fabric consultation — browse thousands of fabric options or preview them on your own piece with the AI visualiser.
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Strip & inspect — the workshop strips the frame back, checks springs, webbing and padding and reports any hidden repairs.
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Rebuild & recover — new webbing, springs, fillings and hand-cut fabric are applied with careful pattern-matching and stitching.
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Delivery & aftercare — the finished piece is returned to your home, usually with a workmanship guarantee.
Sofa Reupholstery — frequently asked questions
- How much does sofa reupholstery cost in the UK?
- Sofa Reupholstery costs vary with size, fabric and condition. As a rough guide: a single dining chair from £150, an armchair from £450–£900, and a full three-seat sofa £900–£2,400 in a mid-range fabric. Fabric is usually the biggest variable — a premium velvet or performance weave can double the fabric-only line.
- How long does sofa reupholstery take?
- Most jobs take 1–4 weeks from fabric confirmation, depending on the workshop's schedule and lead times from the fabric supplier. Antique restoration and bespoke pieces can run longer.
- Which fabrics can I choose from?
- You can pick from thousands of upholstery fabrics from top UK and European suppliers — velvets, wools, linens, bouclé and heavy-duty performance weaves. Try our free AI visualiser to see them on your own furniture before you decide.
- Do you cover my area?
- We work with Guild-accredited upholsterers across the UK — London, the Home Counties, Yorkshire, the Midlands, the North West, Scotland, Wales and the South West. Enter your postcode when you request a quote to see local matches.
- Is there a fee to get quotes?
- No. Quotes through Upholstery Portal are free and no-obligation. You choose whether to book the upholsterer.