When it comes to upholstering sofas, there’s no easy yes or no answer, however upholstering a sofa will depend on a number of factors. They should be carefully considered before you make your decision as upholstering an old sofa can be expensive, saving your sofa or couch with reupholstery is a more sustainable option, you should also consider that upholstering it could actually end up paying a lot of money and the service costing you more than buying a brand new one.
Should I have my sofa reupholstered?
Is the sofa an heirloom?
Maybe the sofa has been in your family for a while, it’s been a prized possession and comes with history and a sentimental value, with this in mind, you may want to hold on to it. There are some things that can be irreplaceable and you can’t put a price on them.
Is it an antique? Is it valuable?
If you have a sofa that dates back to centuries ago, and if you have invested in it, it makes sense to reupholster it. You can use a qualified professional to do it, like The Cushion Guys, this will make the process a worthwhile investment. Lots of vintage, retro and traditional style sofas are popular in today’s interior design and decor, with this in mind, it may be worth reupholstering.
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Is it of good quality?
If it’s a high quality sofa or comes with an unusual frame, reupholstering it could be a better idea over buying a brand new one that is going to be of the same quality. If you’ve got a perfectly good sofa that can be brought back to life by recovering it with new fabric, why not.
It could also be difficult to find a new sofa that’s the same type of style of frame if it’s something that’s more unique. If it’s still in good condition, again this is a reason why you may not want to part with it. Ensure that it has a durable and sturdy frame, then you can decide if it’s worth the upholstery investment.
Will reupholstering cost less?
If it’s a good quality sofa and the cost of reupholstering is less than purchasing a sofa of the same quality, upholstery is a great idea. You will need to consider the fabric and parts, this is to make sure that it is going to be of top quality.
It’s also important to consider the difference, recovering and reupholstering are different things, recovering will involve replacing the fabric, while reupholstering includes replacing padding and springs, sewing, as well as mending framework or treating wood. Complete reupholstery jobs will involve a range of labour and replacement of material.
Is it easy to reupholster a sofa?
When you are looking to reupholster the sofa, the first thing that you should do is speak to an upholstery expert like The Cushion Guys. This tends to be because, as we’ve mentioned before, the cost of reupholstering may be very high and out of your budget, so it’s important to consider other ways on how you can remake your sofa.
Some people try to reupholster themselves, but as specialists, we recommend that you consider using a professional upholstering company, like The Cushion Guys. Upholstering a sofa is a big job and you will want to do it properly, so we recommend considering a upholstery expert.
Reupholstering a sofa isn’t just about replacing the fabric, it will also involve new foam and other areas. Upholstering a sofa will require lots of tools and equipment such as fabric, batting, staple guns, hammers and so on. However, once the sofa has been reupholstered, it will look great, like a brand new piece of furniture and something that can be used in the years to come.
With this being said, it is easy to reupholster a sofa should you have the skills, knowledge and equipment, we don’t recommend just anyone upholstering a sofa, you should have a professional or thorough upholstery background.

Have you made your decision?
Here are some more quick tips to help you to decide if reupholstering your sofa is the right choice for you:
- How old is my sofa, is it good quality?
- Has the frame been crafted well, is it a solid wood or top material?
- Does it have sentimental value?
Sofa Upholstery from The Cushion Guys
Here at The Cushion Guys we offer a range of upholstery services including sofa reupholstery, we can also provide a range of sofa upholstery fabrics and will ensure that your sofa upholstery is provided to the highest standards. It’s a great way to renovate your sofa in an environmentally friendly way.
If you are looking for sofa upholstery and reupholstery services to give your sofa a brand new lease of life, then look no further. The Cushion Guys are the company to call on, we have got you covered and we take great pride in providing customers across the UK with high quality and long lasting sofa reupholstery services. When you choose us, you can have complete peace of mind in the range of sofa upholstery and reupholstery that we provide, we can help bring your worn or damaged sofa back to life. We provide a wide range of sofa upholstery fabrics to choose from, you are sure to find exactly what you are looking for.
Sofa Upholstery Fabric
Whatever type of upholstery fabric you are looking for, for your sofa, at The Cushion Guys we offer a large range of sofa upholstery fabrics to help your reupholstering project from leather, wool to linen, we’ve got it covered. We can provide our fabric by the metre or you can choose your own fabrics, this includes Agora fabrics and Sunbrella fabrics. All the materials, colours and designs that we provide have been carefully sourced by our dedicated and skilled team who will ensure that all your ideas come to life when you choose us as well.
Upholstery for a Leather Sofa
With our leather sofa upholstery services, we can renovate and refurbish your old sofa into something brand new, creating something that is unique to you and your personal style, taste and requirements. Should you require more information be sure to get in touch with a member of our team today, you can also see our collection of sofa upholstery projects online today.

Choosing New Fabric
From more natural looks to traditional reupholstering for your sofa or maybe you want to try a new fabric, when it comes down to choosing a sofa upholstery service, don’t settle on anything less than what The Cushion Guys can provide you. We offer some stunning fabrics that include different patterns, call today if you would like more information regarding this!
For Sofa Upholstery, Contact The Cushion Guys Today
With our custom sofa reupholstery, you can have upholstery carried out to suit other furniture such as a matching seat or chair, or furnishings in your lounge, living room or anywhere else in your property. Our services are vast and include custom cushions including covers. We understand that choosing to reupholster your sofa is a big decision and with this in mind we can offer a range of helpful advice to help you decide. Should you require more information or details, be sure to get in touch with a member of our team today, you can also see our collection of sofa upholstery projects online today. We can also provide a FREE quote.