How Do You Reupholster A Dining Chair?
If your furniture has seen better days, you may be wondering how to update your dining room without spending a fortune. Professional upholstery services can be very expensive, but it’s not difficult to reupholster a dining chair back on your own. Most chairs have backs and seat cushions that can be easily removed with basic tools. In just one afternoon, you can give your dining room set a complete makeover. Choose your fabric. A solid color or a subtle print is usually the preferred choice for upholstery, but this depends on your taste. Fabric that is easy to clean is important if you have small children at home, since they are likely to be messy eaters. If you’re on a tight budget, look for a medium-weight dress cotton. Avoid leather or suede, since these fabrics are difficult for a novice to use on an upholstery project. Remove the old cushion and chair cover. Do this as carefully as possible, so you don’t rip the fabric any more than necessary. Most chairs have the seat and back cus
