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An Upholstering Primer: Part 4 of 4 — All About Fabric
Guest Post from Matthew Haly of The Furniture Joint

An upholsterer’s approach to fabric is completely different than that of a decorator or designer. Their main relationship with fabric is mainly an aesthetic one whereas mine is more of a utilitar...

An Upholstering Primer: Part 3 of 4 — The Truth About Green Upholstery
Guest Post from Matthew Haly of The Furniture Joint

Let's now tackle the issue of green upholstery. Without naming names, there are companies out there claiming they specialize in and sell “green” upholstered furniture using natural, non-toxic a...

An Upholstering Primer: Part 2 of 4 — Finding a Good Upholstery Atelier
Guest Post from Matthew Haly of The Furniture Joint

An example of 8-way hand-tied springs True upholstery ateliers —or as they are more commonly known, upholstery studios— consist of a wide range of services. They normally offer everythin...

An Upholstering Primer: Part 1 of 4 — Consider Your Furniture
Guest Post from Matthew Haly of The Furniture Joint

Having something upholstered or custom-made is a complex endeavor — and for most people it is a world that is unknown. Taking your sofa in to be reupholstered is similar to taking your car to...