HIGHSTREET TO HIGH END SOFA | HOW AN UPHOLSTERER CAN UPGRADE YOUR SOFA | Faceliftinteriors

In this video we show you how an upholsterer can upgrade your sofa from a highstreet to a high end piece of furniture. We show you how we strip down a sofa and make improvements to the frame and foam so that it will last for years to come!
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In this video we show you how we upgrade or ‘upcycle’ this sofa and take it from a highstreet to a high end piece of furniture. We are very passionate as a company about not sending as many pieces of furniture to landfill once it looks like its had its day - so we show you how taking it to an upholsterer, they can improve the furniture and make it last many more years! Not only are you saving the planet by not sending it to landfill, you’re also supporting small businesses and getting a quality piece of furniture…it really is a no brainer!!
We show you how we stripped this sofa down and talked through the bits that needed replacing or improving and showed you step by step the prep work that we do to reupholster a sofa.
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HIGHSTREET TO HIGH END SOFA | HOW AN UPHOLSTERER CAN UPGRADE YOUR SOFA | Faceliftinteriors

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Guys!! Come and follow me over on Instagram too 🙂👍 instagram.com/faceliftinteriors

[@frannyfisher8734]

I love the idea of keeping items out of landfills, and not only that but making them better, too! I’d love to get my sectional recovered. Wish you were near me!

[@faceliftinteriors]

It’s a great idea as it’s better for the planet, supports small businesses and you get a great piece of furniture at the end of it 😊👍🏻 thank you for watching Franny!

[@blommfleuriste]

I'm glad you made a video about a cheaply made sectional cause that is exactly what I'm working on right now. Didn't want to just throw it away and replace it with a brand new one so I decided to try and make it better. If I fail, it's going to be a pretty expensive craft project 😂

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Jennifer! Glad you’re giving it a go! A sofa is not an easy project to start with but I’m sure you’ll do great! 😊👍🏻

[@ThisBraveHeart]

How did you do?

[@MizJilly]

Wow! That's a huge difference! Totally worth it!

[@faceliftinteriors]

It will last so much longer now too! Thanks for watching Jilly 😊🙏🏻

[@knittingbouvier]

I have always wondered how to salvage a mass produced sofa, what to look for. Thanks for taking us through the process!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching, I’m glad you enjoyed 😊👍🏻

[@Vriskh4oj]

Awesome tutorial, can you make a video about the framing for modern sofas, modular perhaps, basics at least

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hiya, sure will put this on the to do list. There will definitely be more of this detail in Thefaceliftacademy.com 🙌🪡🧷✂️🧵

[@stephaniem.2909]

"It comes from the China" omg 🤭😂 that made me giggle hard!

[@faceliftinteriors]

🤣🤣

[@janetstonehouse5590]

Having watched loads of your fabulous tutorials I decided to give it a go 👍😊your videos are wonderful and have made my project doable, thank you so much. Only half way through my fireside chair so far and two drop arm sofas to try next 😱

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thanks so much 😊👍✂️📐📎🧵⛏️

[@Cwistina]

Fantastic work, thank you so much for sharing these videos. This couch is the same shape as mine, I’m thinking I’ll try this or hire someone instead of buying a whole new one.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Chris! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment 😊 I’d definitely recommend it. Especially if you like your couch and fits your room well...you can then choose any fabric you want and there’s so many options!

[@stefaniaponitz5738]

This is so insightful, I love it, very helpful!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Glad you found it helpful! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment, Stefani 😊🙏🏻

[@ItsThePacey]

What a great video 👏🏻

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you! And thank you for watching 😊👍🏻

[@stephaniem.2909]

Beautiful ❤️ more videos like this in more details please

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you so much Stephanie! Your support means a lot 😊👍🏻

[@aligned4good]

Thank you for the video and for explaining what you are doing.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed 😊👍🏻

[@pv6450]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Do you always weave the webs over and under or is it just in certain situations? Excellent video with great instructions.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you so much for watching and for your support, it means a lot! Yea I always usually weave the webs over and under as it gives more support to the seat. Thanks again!!

[@alianajacobs5703]

That looks amazing!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you Aliana!

[@rickh2468]

Neil you changed the legs out also, correct? Looking good! Really enjoy your sense of humor also.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Ricky - yes I did, I thought the new wooden legs looked much better than the metal. Thanks for watching and for your support mate, it means a lot 😊👍🏻

[@hordantorcelino6861]

This would help me a lot I'll do this on my next restoration🔥 Thanks man👍

[@faceliftinteriors]

No worries! Thanks for watching 😁👍🏻

[@laviniajohnson9210]

Amazing talent!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you so much Lavinia! 😊🙏🏻

[@mariapowell469]

Great job! But what about the new detachable seat and back cushions? Do you have a video for that part of the refurbishment?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Maria! Apologies for the delayed reply. I have a video on how to do box seat cushions - here’s the link to the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoiTYp98jN9sZtU I haven’t filmed a video dedicated to back cushions so will make sure I film one in the near future 😊👍🏻

[@carenallen5841]

Came across your site..absolutely love it….keep up the excellent training videos for us..Michigan USA.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Ahh thank you so much for watching Caren, I’m glad you find them helpful! Best wishes to Michigan 😊

[@d.andilyon8525]

I searched KZbin for 2 days to find a video that explains how to cover zigzag springs.

[@ozturkalper]

Love your videos trying to convince wife we don't need new one kids are small go on I can fix them up I let you know if she agrees otherwise need to break my back little bit more 😂

[@faceliftinteriors]

Go for it! Hope all works out for you, good luck and thanks for watching 👍 ✂️ ⛏️ 📐 🧵

[@Dian2Gig]

Usually tradesman like yourself keep in touch with others even though your across the pond. Would you know of anyone that does quality reupholstery work here in the US specifically south eastern, North Carolina Raleigh area?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Dian! Unfortunately not, I do have a few guys I'm in contact with but not specifically. You might be worth looking at Kim's Upholstery as she has a network all over the country. Hope this helps 🙏 ☺️ 🧵✂️📐📎

[@AllThingsVon1277]

Can you make a sofa without the springs?

[@Kokoa_Chanelle]

My A.F. Sofa is garbage in the inside. I was so disappointed once I opened it. Now I’m left improving all of the shortcuts they made just to reupholster it properly. Materials and fabric are still cheaper than purchasing a couch but what a headache. 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@faceliftinteriors]

Just know that when it's done it will be much better than what you can buy from a manufacturer! Hope it all works out well and thanks for watching! 👍😁⛏️🧵📐✂️

[@nicholabarnett1099]

Hello would you ever give some advise to me with some vintage chairs, I could send a Video

[@subStuff]

At 8:55, it's mentioned Hessian prevent foam collapsing through webbing. I understand the same reason for Hessian on the seats. Now what if we just use a lot of webbing to cover the entire area and skip the Hessian? Apart from extra cost, what're the downsides?

[@faceliftinteriors]

I mean you could do that in theory. I would worry the webs would rub against each other and make noise and would prevent the webs from moving like they should to create a comfortable seat.

[@samd8485]

Around how much would this cost?Do you expect customers in London?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Please email for prices. [e-mail] Many thanks 🧷🧵✂️🪡⛏️

[@grfnprjx]

hey, thanks for the great video... was curious if you would be willing to disclose the cost for this sectional to fix and reupholster? Just curious. :)

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hey! Thanks a lot for watching 😊👍🏻 send me a message over on Instagram if you have it and I’ll send over a rough price for you.

[@liv7680]

Hi, can you recomend me some books to learn basic upholstry?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Best way to learn is practice. KZbin is great. Start stripping out old chairs and seeing how the fabric went on originally and copy. 👍🧵📎📐✂️⛏️

[@twins391]

Very nice

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you so much 😊👍🏻

[@MichaelRidings]

where do you get your upholstery fabrics?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Linwood, Romo, Warwick, Sunbury, J Brown all great fabric companies 👍 ✂️📎🧵📐⛏️

[@tjm3900]

Why are the edges of the wood frame not rounded ? We had an armchair reupholstered some years back, the fabric has lasted very well, but the frame of the arms can be felt as hard edges where the foam has compressed over the sharp edge of the timber. I feel rounding the edge of the frame would have made the job last much longer.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Yes I hear what you are saying, I guess most people wouldn't want to pay the extra cost to round off the edges of the whole frame. I always just make sure there is foam and dacron over the hard edge as well as the fabric so it isn't so sharp. 👍✂️🧵📐📎⛏️

[@MrsUnique437]

Hi how did you do the cushions please ?

[@faceliftinteriors]

I don't understand this question....?

[@MrsUnique437]

How did you cover the cushions ?

[@sawdust3043]

In this video you used “hard wood” to replace some of the foam. What kind of “hard wood” do you use?

[@01trecee]

I want to reupholster my sofa do I need to strip my current fabric I'm scared

[@faceliftinteriors]

Bit of a task without any experience. Hope it all goes well, happy to advise if you need. 🙏🪡✂️📌🧵📐

[@sophiesanigulu8689]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, I think its the on reupholstery explanation I understand apart from you liking yourself so much with your hair styling 😅😅 its fine you sre funny.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thanks Sophie, yes my hair is a real issue 🤣. Hope you are keeping well and thanks for watching! 🤣🧵⛏️✂️📎📐🙏

[@borisgranza5901]

I have a question. Do you sew the fabric part or they come in a kit?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Yes sewing is always needed. You will have to cut and sew the fabric yourself. ⛏️✂️📐📎🧵

[@luizzahome]

beautiful 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you so much 😊🙏🏻

[@midtwilightblue]

Is it possible or at least not too daunting for a beginner to turn a large U shaped sectional into individual modular pieces? I’m searching high and low and not finding anything of the sort, only blogs of separating a sectional (mostly L shaped) into sofas. I’m the type of person that has to make changes to a room periodically and when your sectional can only fit one way in a rental without blocking doorways and not have the tv in front of windows, there’s not many options!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Cortney. I would say it's too big a job if you aren't experienced in this sort of work. When it comes to cutting down frames, it can be quite a big job as when you cut a sofa in half you have to Brace both end for strength again. Hope this helps. 🙏🧵⛏️📎✂️📐

[@staceyismine]

Where are you based

[@faceliftinteriors]

Near London 👍🏻

[@NoiThatHoangYen]

tiện ích quá

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thanks ☺️🙏🪡✂️📌🧵📐

[@patchadams4me]

Great information for your customers! Sadly, they don't always get what they paid for with mass produced goods.

[@heatheretheredge3829]

where do you purchase your material?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Lots of different suppliers. Fabric or materials?

[@heatheretheredge3829]

@@faceliftinteriors I meant fabric.

[@debbiestevenspaperpastimes1863]

Hi, I’m looking to buy the compressor and air gun you listed, can i ask what hose and attachments I need to use with them? Thanks

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Debbie! I would go for 1/4 inch fixings - you can get hoses with these fixings already attached on Amazon. Hope this helps!

[@tandago7281]

Why not replace all that foam? That yellowed out foam is a bit dated, no?

[@rachaelpwells]

What's the black fabric that you put on before the cushions went on?

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Rachael - it’s lining fabric or platform lining 😊👍🏻

[@rachaelpwells]

@@faceliftinteriors thank you ., You're videos are great very easy to follow, I used to make marquees so hoping these won't be as difficult to handle or sew, thanks for sharing 🙂

[@MarieP3]

Hi, I've just come across your dining chair reupholstered video. I want to do mine but they are very different to your nice square ones. Mine are wicker and the 4 corners are cut out. Are you following me? I'd love you to do something that resembles mine???

[@faceliftinteriors]

Hi Marie! I will make sure to make a video if I get some in like yours for you!

[@MarieP3]

@@faceliftinteriors I'll take a photo and send it tomorrow if that's OK?

[@PhilipSteeves]

Wow, exceiient!

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you Phillip 😊🙏🏻

[@tareqtaweel9329]

Good jop

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thanks a lot mate 😊👍🏻

[@SmartDIY01]

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[@DirtySnales]

Nice video mate. That thing on your nose is from China as well 😱

[@faceliftinteriors]

🤣🤣🤣

[@turboflush]

Something like this is a lost art. Especially in amurica. The cost of redoing most things is just not worth it. Cheaper to buy another China couch (or item). Nothing wrong with china stuff.. Just hard to find the quality stuff.

[@faceliftinteriors]

Thank you!! In some cases it is cheaper to buy new but then it seems you’re always stuck in an endless cycle of having to keep buying cheap every few years. Whereas an upholsterer will make changes that will make it last a lot longer! But it depends on everyone’s situation obviously!! Thanks for watching 😊🙏🏻

[@turboflush]

@@faceliftinteriors totally agree. And like you said. Unf these days spending more or brand name doesn't always mean quality

[@modar9524]

"We do not cut corners" few seconds later literally cuts corners

[@faceliftinteriors]

🤔

[@modar9524]

@@faceliftinteriors it's a joke not saying your work is bad😅 you made a statement that we don't cut corners then started cutting the corners literally as in physical sorry I have an terable sense of humour but I did fine this humorous to me

[@MarkAnderson-ym6xx]

🖐*China*🤚 😂

[@faceliftinteriors]

🤣👍🏻

[@ILOVECHICKEN698]

I bet you see a lot of disgusting stuff hidden in those used sofas

[@faceliftinteriors]

I do on occasion 🤣

[@allthatgliters020]

Like your videos but your made in China comments are offensive…

[@faceliftinteriors]

In what way?