Footstool Upholstery
Your footstool works harder than you might think, so it deserves to look good whilst doing it. Over time, even the best-built pieces start to show their age, but when you reupholster a footstool or reupholster an ottoman, you breathe new life into tired pieces without losing what made them worth keeping. We strip everything back, repair any frame issues, replace worn padding, and upholster your footstool in fabric you've chosen from thousands of options. Many older footstools were built with solid frames and proper construction that you won't find in today's mass-produced alternatives. Browse fabrics from leading manufacturers like Sanderson, Harlequin, and Romo during your free home consultation, or bring your own material if you've found something perfect. We can match your footstool to your existing sofa or armchair, create a bold contrast piece, or choose something practical and hardwearing for busy family homes. Call us on 02392 313000 to arrange your free, no-obligation consultation.
Footstool Reupholstery FAQs
What are the benefits of reupholstering your ottoman?
Reupholstering your ottoman makes far more sense than replacing it, particularly if it's an older piece. Furniture built decades ago often features solid wood frames, handtied springs, and quality joinery that modern mass-produced pieces simply can't match. By choosing to reupholster an ottoman rather than buy new, you're keeping that superior construction whilst completely transforming its appearance. You can select from thousands of fabrics to perfectly suit your home, match your existing sofa or create a statement contrast piece. It's also the more sustainable choice, keeping quality furniture out of landfill and giving pieces with sentimental value a new lease of life. Our reupholstery service doesn't just recover the surface either. We repair frames, replace worn springs, and rebuild padding to ensure your ottoman feels as good as it looks and lasts for many more years to come.
What is our process for upholstering your footstool?
We start with a free home consultation where we assess your footstool, discuss your vision, and show you fabric samples from leading manufacturers. Once you've chosen your fabric and approved the quote, we collect your piece and bring it to our Farlington workshop. Our craftsmen carefully strip away the old covering to assess what's underneath, then get to work on any necessary repairs. Loose joints are reinforced, broken springs are replaced, and frames are treated if needed. We then rebuild the padding layers using quality materials, ensuring proper support and comfort. Your chosen fabric is expertly cut and fitted with attention to pattern matching, grain direction, and tension. We complete the piece with any finishing details like piping or buttons, carry out thorough quality checks, and arrange convenient delivery back to your home. Throughout the process, we use traditional techniques combined with modern materials to achieve results that last.
What types of fabrics do we use?
We work with thousands of fabrics from the world's leading manufacturers, giving you an enormous range of colours, patterns, and textures to choose from. Our selection includes premium brands like Sanderson, Harlequin, and Romo, alongside performance fabrics designed for busy households. You can opt for luxurious velvets, practical linens, stain-resistant treatments, or hardwearing fabrics perfect for family homes with children and pets. During your consultation, we bring samples to your home so you can see how fabrics look in your actual lighting and alongside your existing furniture. We're also happy to work with fabric you've sourced yourself if you've found something particular elsewhere. Our team can advise on which fabrics suit different uses, helping you balance aesthetics with practicality. All our upholstery fabrics are professional-grade materials that meet high standards for durability and finish, ensuring your reupholstered footstool looks beautiful and stands up to daily use.