First the cloth, then the calendar
A little measuring.
A lot less guessing.
Choose the feel and color. We handle the cutting plan and tell you how much cloth the job needs.
Yards measure length, not chairs.
Fabric comes on a roll. One yard is 36 inches along that roll; many upholstery fabrics are about 54 inches wide. We measure every panel of your piece and arrange those shapes across the usable width.
A stripe needs to line up. A large flower may need to sit in the middle of a back. Matching those repeats takes more cloth, as do piping, skirts and a pattern that only runs one way.
As a rough guide, a dining seat may use ½–1 yard, an armchair 5–8 yards and a sofa 12–18 yards. These are not buying quantities: we confirm the width, pattern and final yardage before you order.
Bring the room into the choice.
At a sample visit, tell us who uses the piece, how often, and whether you prefer a smooth, nubby or soft feel. We explain the fabric’s care instructions without promising it cannot stain or wear.
Borrow up to three samples for seven days. Hold them against the piece in daylight and lamplight. A room photo or a cushion you already own helps us narrow the choices.
Your piece stays home until we’re ready.
We confirm the fabric has arrived before arranging pickup or drop-off. Allow 1–2 weeks in the shop for dining seats or loose cushions, and 2–3 weeks for an armchair, sofa or headboard.
That is time on the bench, not the wait for an opening. In November 2026, new work is usually scheduled 4–6 weeks ahead. We agree on dates before taking your piece; holiday completion is not assumed.
If hidden repairs change the finish date, we discuss the work and timing with you first.
Tell us what needs a new cover.
You can be undecided about fabric. Start with the piece itself.