When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mera Studio Architects 2 Reupholstering a sofa can transform tired and worn-out seating.

Shopping for a new couch can be a challenge: You have to make sure whatever you get is comfortable, the right size for the space, a material that will stand the test of time, and a color you love. So ...

There are two different types of decorators – those who like to repair and repurpose furniture, and those who see a damaged chair or table and decide it's time to replace it with something new. But ...

Most people who go to Cape Cod on vacation come home with something like a shark snow globe or cranberry-scented soap. We would need eight to 10 yards of fabric, which even at $20 a yard would be ...

Learn how to reupholster a chair seat and back (and even a couch), and you’ll be able to bring custom design into your space while extending the lifespan of a cherished piece of furniture. Upholstery ...

Pauline Ives isn’t the type of person to throw something away if it’s in pretty good shape. So when the fabric on her husband’s motorized recliner began to deteriorate and the chair still reclined ...

If your old furniture has lost its spring but you don't want to spring for the cost of new stuff, take heart: A good upholstery job can save your favorite couch and may save you some cash. You'll need ...

When a well-worn sofa starts to show its age, it raises a surprisingly emotional question: Should it be tossed or transformed? What used to be a default decision for previous generations – fix rather ...

Maybe that old couch in your family room is looking a little beat up. It's more than 10 years old; so why not just donate it to charity? But you love sitting on it, and it fits the space perfectly. It ...