Category: Upholstery Care

Upholstery Fabric Guide

There are many upholstery fabrics and materials available on the market each with their own strengths and weaknesses.

Buying custom upholstered furniture has many benefits, including higher quality materials and workmanship, better durability, long-term cost savings, uniqueness, and convenience. However, perhaps the greatest strength that custom furniture has over mass-produced furniture is that it can be crafted to fit your specific needs and tastes. There are many choices you get to make when… Read more »

Signs You Should Repair Your Furniture

Today, the furniture experts at Howard’s Upholstery will walk you through the signs that signal you should repair your furniture.

It is unfortunately a fact of life that furniture gets damaged over time. Unless you keep all of your furniture in a hermetically sealed museum vault, wear and tear will inevitably degrade your furniture over time. You can take steps to extend your furniture’s longevity, like buying high-quality custom pieces and using protective products like… Read more »

Elevate Your Living Space: Unveiling the Trendy Fabrics for Home Decor in 2024

Home decor trends for fall in a living room

In this ever-evolving world of interior home decor, staying ahead of the curve is key to creating a stylish and contemporary living space. As we step into 2024, now is a great time to explore the latest trends in fabrics that can redefine home decor. From sustainable materials to bold textures, Howard’s Upholstery will guide… Read more »

Brooklyn in August

Brooklyn is a wonderful place to live or visit any time of the year, and August is a particularly GREAT time to be in Brooklyn! The borough is known for its diverse neighborhoods, cultural events, outdoor activities, and warm weather during this month. There is so much going on during August in Brooklyn, here are… Read more »

Upholstery Provides Artistry and Functionality

If you’re thinking about reupholstering your furniture with new fabric and texture, don’t look any further! We’re here to Reupholster any furniture you need. Now what is upholstery? Upholstery refers to the art and craft of providing furniture, with padding, springs, webbing, fabric or leather covers. It encompasses the process of designing, planning, constructing, and… Read more »

Easy New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home

New Year's resolutions for your home can help keep it looking beautiful!

The start of the year is a popular time to make resolutions about how you’re going to eat, spend money, what habits you’re going to take on, and so on. You may be considering some resolutions for your home this year, too. If you feel uninspired by your living space and like you need a… Read more »

The Best Ways To Clean Your Upholstery

How to clean your upholstery effectively

One of the simplest ways to bring life back into your upholstery is to clean it. Oftentimes, a piece of furniture we think of as tired and old just needs a good cleaning to make it shine again. Cleaning your upholstery is also important for your health. Upholstered furniture and other textiles in your living… Read more »

How To Update Your Home Without Buying Anything

Update your home without buying anything by adding throw pillows you already own!

We’re in the midst of spring, and as the weather gets warmer, people start wanting to update their homes for the new season. It can get pricey to buy new things for your home every few months! Luckily, there are some great ways to update your home without buying anything new, so let’s jump right… Read more »

Five Ways To Get Your Living Room Ready For the Holidays

Get your living room ready for the holidays!

The holidays are coming and, especially if you are hosting guests, it’s a great time to refresh your home! Your living room is just waiting for a good sprucing up so you can enjoy a festive ambiance, guests or not! Check out some of these tips on how to get your living room ready for… Read more »

How To Reupholster Furniture in 10 Simple Steps

How to Reupholster Furniture

So you have an old, tired piece of furniture that you want to give a second life to. Maybe it’s a family heirloom. Maybe it has sentimental value, or the shape is unique, or it’s really good quality and too expensive to replace. Whatever your reason, know that it’s possible to love and enjoy this… Read more »