Business Details
21 Years
experience
Premium Upholstery Services in Surrey
Established in 2005, Sarah Louise Dix Upholstery combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative design to deliver bespoke furniture solutions. Our expertise spans reupholstery, custom creations like the iconic Corset Chair, and hands-on upholstery courses taught in Surrey since 2012. With a background in fashion design, Sarah has collaborated with clients ranging from titled individuals to royalty, including crafting a pink latex bed for Nicki Minaj's 2018 world tour.Our workroom employs four professional upholsterers, servicing projects from single cushions to full suites, while our fabric shop offers collections from renowned houses like Designers Guild and Christian Lacroix. Featured in Good Housekeeping and BBC's Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is, we maintain a commitment to quality, sustainability, and client collaboration, operating from our Farncombe studio since 2020.
Services
Upholstery Courses
Reupholstery Services
Corset Chair Sales
Fabric Consultation
Design Consultation
Curtain Making
Blind Installation
Shutter Services
Workshops
Commercial Projects
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialist upholstery experience since 2005
- Our team includes four professional upholsterers with traditional training
- We pioneered the award-winning Corset Chair design since 2010
- We provide accredited upholstery courses with 100% practical skill development
- Our fabric library features exclusive collections from 40+ international designers
What people say
Thoroughly enjoyed the day
Improving the whole room
Fantastic job
Lovely to meet you
Well received by everyone
Services
Upholstery Courses
Our accredited upholstery courses teach traditional and modern techniques through 10-week programs and day workshops. Students learn hands-on skills using professional tools while working on personal projects. Located in Surrey, we've trained hundreds of students since 2012 with classes often oversubscribed due to our practical teaching approach.
Reupholstery Services
We specialize in restoring both modern and antique furniture pieces requiring full refurbishment. Our team handles projects ranging from single cushions to complete suites, maintaining original character while updating materials. With expertise dating to 2005, we've revitalized furniture for clients including royalty and celebrities while preserving structural integrity.
Corset Chair Design
Our signature Corset Chair combines fashion-inspired design with upholstery craftsmanship. Available through the Pink Label collection, these chairs feature structured detailing influenced by garment construction techniques. First introduced in 2010, they've become iconic pieces showcased at London fashion events and sold internationally through select retailers.
Fabric Consultation
We offer expert fabric selection services from our extensive library featuring premium brands like Designers Guild and Christian Lacroix. Our consultants help clients choose appropriate materials for upholstery, curtains, and soft furnishings, considering both aesthetic and practical requirements. The service includes access to over 40 fabric house collections.
Design Consultation
Our design team provides tailored solutions for residential and commercial spaces, combining upholstery expertise with fashion-forward aesthetics. Services include space planning, material specification, and bespoke furniture creation. With Sarah's background in fashion design, we deliver unique interiors that integrate structural elements with decorative textiles.
People
Sarah Louise Dix
Founder & Creative Director
With 18 years' experience, Sarah established her upholstery studio in 2005 after training at the KLC School of Design. She pioneered the Corset Chair concept in 2010 and has taught upholstery since 2012. Her work has featured in national media and exhibitions, including collaborations with BBC and Four Rooms.
Questions
What upholstery courses do you offer?
We provide 10-week accredited courses and one-day workshops for all skill levels, teaching traditional and modern techniques using professional tools in Surrey.
Can you reupholster antique furniture?
Yes, our specialists handle antique restoration projects, preserving original character while updating materials. We've worked on pieces from Victorian chaise longues to modern designer furniture.
What is a Corset Chair?
Our signature design incorporates garment-inspired structural elements into upholstery. Available in four finishes through our Pink Label collection since 2010.
Do you offer fabric selection services?
We provide expert textile advice from 40+ premium fabric houses including Designers Guild and Christian Lacroix for upholstery and soft furnishings.
What are your opening hours?
Our showroom is open weekdays 10:00-16:30. Saturday appointments available. We're closed Sundays and bank holidays.
How do I book a course?
Enquire through our website or phone. Payment with a £50/£20 deposit confirms your place on our popular courses that often sell out quickly.
Reviews (3)
Annmarie Sherwin
Jul 04, 2019
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Fantastic 10 week course in which I transformed a very tired looking chair. Will miss the Wednesday morning banter and singing along to Smooth radio in the background!
Lara Doherty
Jan 27, 2019
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I did one of Sarah's upholstery courses recently. I loved every minute. Both fun and practical and harder than I first thought I managed to cover two sprung Victorian dining chairs in velver. They look amazing!I am so pleased with the end result. Sarah is a brilliant teacher: patient, encouraging, knowledgable and fun. I would highly recommend her courses and her upholstery service which is second to none.
Barbara Kenton
Feb 12, 2018
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Loved the one day workshop and my little foot stool which I keep looking at like a proud mother! Looking forward to the next one
