Upholstery Repair in London (1)

The cost to re-fabric a sofa is typically:

• £840
  • average spend
• £1,000
  • to re-fabric sofa plus repairs

• £1,900

  • to re-fabric a leather sofa

  However, the final cost of upholstery repair in London depends on the type of furniture, the nature of the damage, and the fabric chosen.

For example, leather and antique furniture repairs will be more expensive than patching up tears or re-stuffing cushions.

Use our request a quote tool to get accurate quotes easily. Post a few details about the repair, and we'll send it to your best local upholsterers so they can contact you.

Find the best upholstery repair specialists in London to give your sofa or tub chair the best finish.

These are our top tips to find someone to help out with your upholstery project.

Use Checkatrade

Finding trusted tradespeople with a professional search directory like Checkatrade is quick and easy.

See all your best local upholsterers approved by us and reviewed by our homeowners.

Check their member profile page for an upholsterer's experience, insurance and reviews.

Ready to get started? Look for upholstery repairs in London now.

Ask for recommendations

To trust in the upholsterer you choose, get recommendations from those you trust. Ask friends, family, and neighbours if they’ve used a good upholstery repair in London.

When repairing family heirlooms or furniture that is meaningful to you, getting recommendations is essential.

Check online reviews

Always look for online reviews when searching for good tradespeople.

It’s a good way to see what others say about local upholstery repair services in London.

Remember to cross-check your reviews on Checkatrade.

Upholstery repair services in London might offer some of these typical services:

• Fixing torn or stained upholstery

• Re-stuffing sagging cushions or seat pads

• Repairing or replacing springs

• Re-covering furniture with new fabric or leather

• Restoring vintage or antique pieces to their original condition

• Customising furniture with new designs or detailing

An upholsterer may also offer cleaning, fabric protection, or furniture repair services to extend the life of your furniture.

If you're handy with scissors and a stable gun, repairing a chair or footstool can be a beginner-friendly project.

But bigger pieces like sofas or armchairs require more intricate sewing and pattern-making skills. You’ll also need the strength to pull the fabric tightly over the frame and secure it with a staple gun.

For larger repairs or antique furniture, consider hiring a pro to restore your furniture to its former glory.

Use our quick search feature to find our trusted upholstery repair in London. Simply type in your postcode. It’s that easy.

You can usually repair high-quality furniture if the damage is minimal or the frame is sturdy.

Consider replacing if the frame is damaged, cheaply made, or the repair cost exceeds its value.

Many people choose to repair older furniture because it stands the test of time better than mass-produced, less durable pieces.

A professional upholsterer can help you decide what to do with your damaged furniture.

A small fix, like patching a tear or replacing a cushion, may take a few hours or a day.

On the other hand, completely reupholstering whole pieces of furniture can take anywhere from one to three weeks.

The time it takes to repair your upholstery will depend on the availability of fabric, the extent of the damage, and the upholsterer's workload.

A torn chair, sofa, or footstool can often be repaired with stitching, patching, or bonding.

But it all depends on the level of the tear. For large tears, it might be better to replace the whole affected panel.

If you're worried about a large tear, look for a long-standing upholstery repair service in London. They'll tell you if the furniture can be repaired or replaced.

A trained reupholsterer can repair colour loss, minor scratches and scuffs, tears, ripped panels, broken stitching, or frames.

Some of the methods upholsterers use to repair leather include:

• Filler
• Dye
• Patching

• Replacing whole sections

  Leather dries out and cracks over time. Remember to condition your leather regularly to prevent further damage when your furniture repair is complete.

Yes, upholstery repairs in London often come with a warranty on their work.

The warranty is usually limited to a few months to a year or potentially longer, and it can cover stitching, fabric installation, and structural repairs.

The good news is that when you book an upholsterer through us, you can get the Checkatrade guarantee. That guarantees up to £1000 for 12 months—Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.