upholstery tools-What do I need as a beginner?

[@lateinbloom]

I have a pneumatic staple gun and compressor but I never use it for upholstering furniture, ironically. The compressor is just way too loud and it's such a pain to lug it out of the shed. I use it really only to build furniture (and, in fact, I just got an cordless 18 gauge brad nailer for exactly the same reason -- it's too much of a pain to lug the compressor around the house for quick projects). I find that manual staplers are really hard to use for upholstering. They easily misfire if you don't apply consistent pressure. But a couple years ago, I got a Dewalt electric staple gun and it works really well. However, I just came across my very first 19th century chair that I'm about to redo (the kind that was done with springs, tacks, and horsehair) so I'm trying to see what other tools I may need. Nervous to put the decorative tacks back since I've never done it before and Reddit tells me its an artform in and of itself. 😨

[@Hope-fv3kf]

You can have beautiful fabric and upholster a project that if done with a manual stapler or an electric stapler they just don't last unless it is just a seat cover for a kitchen chair. I found an adult education class (20 years ago) it was so much fun. I have looked recently (I'm retired) and I don't see classes like upholstery or pattern making, woodworking.

[@MimzyandCompany]

I did an adult education upholstery class too! it was years ago and the instructor was at least 70 years old. I think of her sometimes and wonder if she's still around. now that i say that , I think i'll check the school.

[@kyracl7318]

Just discovered your channel - such informative content thank you! I’ve learnt so much

[@MimzyandCompany]

So glad!

[@Cass_772]

I have an electric staple gun and it's the best thing I bought !

[@MimzyandCompany]

Oh good to hear!!! I haven’t used one in a long time, I’m sure they’re great now.