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Upholstery DIY How-To and Tips for Decorating

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Document  Frequently Asked Questions About Upholstery
FAQ page of questions our customers have asked about upholstery FAQ
Document Fabric Care Tips
Fabric cleaning instructions.
Document Furniture Upholstery Pictures
Pictures of upholstered furniture, pillows, ottomans, and more. Pictures enlarge, allowing you to see more detail. Links under pictures take you to product pages with similar fabric types,making it easier for you to find the right fabric for you.
Document Leather Yardage Chart
Chart with pictures of furniture pieces with approximate square feet needed of real leather for upholstery.
Document Making Slip Covers - Yardage Chart
Basic guidelines for making slipcovers and upholstered headboards. Fabric yardage estimates.
Video Master Upholstery
Watch an experienced upholsterer complete a footstool.
Document Railroaded Fabric
Explanation with picture of railroaded fabric. What does railroaded mean?
Document Recover vs Reupholster
Learn about having a piece of furniture recovered or reupholstered. What is the difference?
Document Replacing Sling Fabric
Sailrite provides a detailed how to on replacing sling fabric. We sell a line of sling from Charlotte Fabrics.
Document Replacing Swing Fabric
Detailed instructions for replacing the fabric in an outdoor swing. We carry sling fabric from Charlotte Fabrics. https://www.interiordecorating.com/Fabric/D-7049-Outdoor-Sling-Fabric
Document Upholstery Tips
Tips for DIY upholstery projects. Chairs and sofas.
Video Upolstered wall
This video shows you how to use beautiful fabric to upholster the wall.
Document Yardage Chart
Upholstery Yardage Chart - how many yards do I need? Visual chart with estimates on how many yards by type of furniture.