Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Upholstery & Furniture Restoration
Established in 2006, Porterhousedesign has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship in upholstery and furniture restoration. Our team combines traditional techniques with modern innovation, serving both domestic and commercial clients across London. With over 25 years of expertise, we specialise in re-upholstering antique and contemporary pieces, creating bespoke designs, and delivering tailored solutions for residential and business environments. Our commitment to preserving traditional upholstery methods while embracing contemporary materials ensures every project meets the highest standards of quality and durability.We offer transparent consultations, honest appraisals, and free no-obligation quotes, prioritising client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail. Our workshop in Stoke Newington, North London, serves as a hub for both practical services and future educational initiatives aimed at nurturing the next generation of upholsterers. From single-item repairs to large-scale commercial contracts, we approach every task with professionalism, integrity, and a passion for excellence.
Services
Upholstery
Re-upholstery
Bespoke Designs
Commercial Contracts
Headboard Design
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in traditional and contemporary upholstery.
- Our team provides honest appraisals and tailored advice for every furniture piece.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern materials for durable results.
- We offer free, no-obligation quotes with detailed project estimates.
- Our workshop delivers bespoke solutions for both residential and commercial clients.
What people say
Excellent job
Beautiful, classy
5 STARS ALL THE WAY
Good advice
Services
Upholstery
We specialise in traditional and modern upholstery using materials like horse hair, jute webbing, and cotton felt alongside contemporary alternatives. Our team ensures a flawless finish for antique and modern furniture, maintaining structural integrity while enhancing aesthetics. Clients can choose from our fabric selection or supply their own materials.
Re-upholstery
Our re-upholstery service breathes new life into antique or worn furniture, preserving its character while improving functionality. We handle pieces with sentimental value, antiques, or space-specific items, offering cost-effective solutions without compromising quality. A free quote is provided upon request with photographs.
Bespoke Designs
We create made-to-order furniture tailored to client specifications, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Services include custom headboards, ottomans, and unique pieces adaptable to standard bed sizes with options like piping, buttoning, or studwork for personalisation.
Commercial Contracts
We provide off-site upholstery solutions for commercial spaces to minimise business disruption. Our services include banquettes, chairs, and tables for restaurants, hotels, and offices, delivered on time and within budget. Clients include Viacom and Honest Burgers.
Headboard Design
Our bespoke headboard service transforms bedroom aesthetics with custom designs inspired by client preferences. We offer in-house templates adaptable to standard bed sizes, with optional detailing such as piping, buttoning, or studwork for added elegance.
People
Martin
Founder
With over 25 years in traditional and contemporary upholstery, Martin founded Porterhousedesign in 2006. He trained at the London College of Furniture and prioritises honest advice, quality craftsmanship, and preserving upholstery heritage through future workshops.
Questions
What types of upholstery services do you offer?
We provide traditional and modern upholstery, re-upholstery, bespoke furniture, commercial contracts, and custom headboard designs for residential and business clients.
How can I request a quote?
Email us with photos and a description of your project, and we'll provide a free, no-obligation estimate within 24 hours.
Do you work on commercial projects?
Yes, we specialise in commercial contracts for restaurants, hotels, offices, and retail spaces, offering off-site work to minimise disruption.
Can I supply my own fabric?
Yes, we work with client-supplied fabrics, leathers, and vinyls, ensuring they meet UK fire safety standards where required.
Is delivery included in your services?
Delivery within London is available for a small fee. Alternatively, clients may arrange their own courier or collect items from our Stoke Newington workshop.
Reviews (6)
Peter Buijs
Nov 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
A huge thank you to Martin for turning a tired Italian sofa into something brand new at an extremely reasonable price. Dont hesitate to give him an assignment, the craftsmanship is fantastic.
A huge thank you to Martin for turning a tired Italian sofa into something brand new at an extremely reasonable price. Dont hesitate to give him an assignment, the craftsmanship is fantastic.
J. Deans
Sep 15, 2021
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Just wanted to say a big Thank You Martin for providing such an excellent, efficient, professional service! We are so pleased with our reupholstered bespoke headboard; it has far exceeded our expectations! The quality of materials used, and workmanship are of a very high standard; we are so impressed. We will definitely be using your company again!! Many, many thanks!!
Harjit Kaura
Dec 31, 2019
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Wonderful job on a chair that desperately needed updating. At Porterhouse there's a wide selection of quality fabrics and Martin was very attentive and helpful throughout the job. I'm very happy with the end result, as so is my cat! :) (as you can see in the picture) Would highly recommend!
Angelica Perry
Dec 29, 2019
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WOW WOW WOW WOW... kind of says it all really. I needed my Two seat Sofa Upholstering and Webbing restrung. Martin came around my Home to assess my request. Next Day I visited his workshop to chose fabric. Once agreed Martin completed The Job in 3 Days. To say I am delighted is an understatement. Here is a Business to be Trusted. Martin is Passionate about his work and fuses his creativity with his skill and very High Standards. He expects a lot of Himself and works tirelessly to deliver Customer Satisfaction. I certainly recommend Him to You and will also to my Friends.
S. N.
Jul 15, 2019
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Great to find someone so skilled, knowledgeable and patient and who has such respect for the materials he works with.
Alex Kennedy
Jun 25, 2019
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What a guy! Martin provided us with a fabulous service. He was very generous with his time in helping us pick the right material for our chairs and once ordered he also turned the job around pretty quickly. Given the material we bought was relatively pricey he also offered to make us a cushion with the off cuts totally free of charge. Hes a pleasure to spend time with, offering friendly and impartial advice, not to mention a master craftsman. Would recommend highly. All the best
