Business Details
Expert Upholstery Services in London
We are a team of experienced upholsterers dedicated to delivering the highest standard of craftsmanship. Our services encompass every aspect of furniture refurbishment, from restoration prior to reupholstery to sourcing a wide range of upholstery-standard fabrics and leathers. As part of the London Craftsmen Centre, we operate five workshops specialising in upholstery, bespoke curtain making, furniture restoration, and supplying premium fabrics and wallpapers. Our commitment to quality, honest craftsmanship, and reliable service has earned us a loyal clientele, including private homeowners, embassies, museums, and corporate clients.We pride ourselves on listening carefully to client requests, guiding them through technique and fabric choices, and making the process of selecting materials enjoyable. Our artisans ensure meticulous attention to detail, while our approach remains honest, transparent, and tailored to individual needs. Over the years, we have consistently exceeded client expectations, as reflected in testimonials praising our professionalism, prompt service, and exceptional results.
Services
Upholstery
Furniture Restoration
Curtain Making
Fabric Supply
Wallpaper Selection
Cane Restoration
Sofa Reupholstery
Armchair Restoration
Seat Cushion Refurbishment
Window Seat Upholstery
Highlights and features
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern upholstery techniques for lasting results.
- Our team guides clients through fabric and technique choices tailored to their furniture's period.
- We offer comprehensive services including restoration, upholstery, and premium fabric supply.
- Our artisans prioritise meticulous attention to detail and client satisfaction.
- We serve both residential and commercial clients with a proven track record of excellence.
What people say
Fantastic service
Excellent throughout
Thrilled with the result
Prompt service
Professional advice
Services
Traditional Upholstery
Traditional upholstery employs centuries-old techniques using natural fibres like horsehair and hessian. We restore period furniture such as chesterfield sofas, preserving original materials and craftsmanship. Our artisans ensure precision and durability, maintaining the integrity of historical pieces while delivering enduring finishes.
Modern Upholstery
Modern techniques utilise foam or rubberised horsehair substrates for comfort and aesthetic clarity. We guide clients through material choices, including specialist fabrics for Eames furniture. This approach balances innovation with functionality, enhancing the lines and usability of modern furniture pieces.
Cane & Rushing Restoration
We repair antique and modern cane and rushing in chairs, headboards, and stools. Services include seagrass, Danish cord, and machine-made cane. Our specialists restore structural integrity and appearance, preserving both traditional and contemporary cane-worked furniture to original standards.
Furniture Restoration
Our on-site restoration service examines furniture for loose joints, woodworm, or structural issues. Specialising in 17th-18th century pieces, we employ period-appropriate techniques to repair and restore wooden frames before reupholstery, ensuring historical accuracy and longevity.
Fabric & Wallpaper Supply
We offer an extensive range of upholstery fabrics, leathers, and wallpapers. Clients receive expert guidance to complement or contrast their furniture's period. Our curated selection ensures high-quality materials tailored to both traditional and modern interiors, enhancing aesthetic cohesion.
Questions
What services does London Upholsterers offer?
We specialise in traditional and modern upholstery, furniture restoration, cane/rushing repair, and supplying premium fabrics and wallpapers. Our workshops cater to sofas, armchairs, dining chairs, and bespoke projects.
Do you work with both residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we serve private homeowners, embassies, museums, and corporate clients, offering tailored solutions for both residential and commercial furniture refurbishment needs.
Can you restore antique furniture?
Yes, our on-site restoration service handles 17th-18th century pieces, repairing woodworm damage, loose joints, and structural issues using period-appropriate techniques to preserve historical integrity.
Are out-of-hours appointments available?
Yes, we can arrange out-of-hours appointments in advance to accommodate clients' schedules beyond our standard Monday-to-Saturday 10am–5pm hours.
How do you help clients choose fabrics?
We guide clients through technique and fabric choices, offering expert advice to complement or contrast their furniture's period, ensuring both aesthetic and functional suitability.
Reviews (7)
Michael Fletcher
Jan 17, 2021
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This is an excellent outfit. The standard of workmanship is exceptional
and the customer service matches it. Add to that reasonable pricing and the widest possible choice of fabrics and you get a truly five star outcome. I will be recommending them to all our friends.
and the customer service matches it. Add to that reasonable pricing and the widest possible choice of fabrics and you get a truly five star outcome. I will be recommending them to all our friends.
Mike Ward
Dec 23, 2020
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Booked my Peter Dudgeon ( originally c.8k) sofa in six weeks ago, agreed what I thought a very reasonable price, they said lead time about a month before they could do the job. Five weeks later they collected it and five DAYS after that they delivered it back and the quality of the workmanship is every bit as good as the original. Charming communication, very nice & helpful delivery guys, old-fashioned craftsmanship - I shall definitely use them again and have already recommended.
Georgia Strickland
Nov 02, 2020
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Thank you Luke, Beverly and the team at London Upholsterers. You transformed a very old armchair into a prized possession. The whole process was seamless, from collection, fabric choice and advice all the way through to delivery. The team were a joy to work with. A wealth of experience and knowledge, totally professional and a super fun experience. I am looking forward to our next project together.
Laura Pym
Sep 25, 2019
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London Upholsterers have reupholstered 7 items including sofas, chairs, window seat and many more. They have done an outstanding job on all the items and were not expensive.
Simon Brauner-Cave
Dec 22, 2018
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I cannot recommend London Upholsterers, part of London Craftsmen Centre, enough. I took my late father's broken down original Eames swivel chair to them after two well regarded upholsterers as well as the chair's manufacturer told us that it could not be restored, one adding it ought to be thrown away. London Upholsterers confidently asserted this was stuff and nonsense and indeed so it proved. We now have a beautifully restored chair upon which I am sitting happily as I write this review. It has been a real joy to discover this busy enterprise tucked away in Nine Elms with its friendly, highly
Joana Carvalho
Dec 13, 2017
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This is to say a big thank you for the upholstery work on my headboard and wingback armchair. I am delighted and touched by your professionalism, punctuality and fantastic attention to detail. Your customer Service is the best I have ever experienced. Thank you and I will definitely be back for more.
J. Tsezar
Dec 11, 2017
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Disorganised and shambolic - not customer focused. The chap that works there needs a course in how to deal with customers, how to convert leads into a sale, especially warm leads. The whole process was incredibly and annoyingly poor, after a few weeks trying to source samples and quote, I was given a different quote at the end despite them taking the measurement initially, there was no apology.
