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You know that feeling when you sit in your favorite chair and it just doesn’t feel right anymore? The fabric’s worn, the padding’s compressed, and you’re wondering if it’s time to throw it out and start over.
Here’s what most people don’t realize: quality furniture has good bones. The frame, the springs, the structure—that’s the expensive part that lasts decades. What wears out is just the surface stuff.
When we reupholster your pieces, you get furniture that feels better than new because we’re not just recovering it—we’re rebuilding the comfort layers, fixing any structural issues, and wrapping it all in fabric that actually fits your style and your life here in South Florida.
Miami Design Group brings comprehensive design expertise to every upholstery project. We’re not just covering furniture—we’re solving the real problems that come with coastal living in Birch Ocean Front.
Salt air, humidity, intense UV exposure—your furniture takes a beating here. We work with marine-grade materials and performance fabrics that handle South Florida’s climate without falling apart in two years.
Our team understands what works in waterfront properties. We’ve handled everything from yacht interiors to oceanfront condos, so we know which fabrics hold up and which ones don’t.
First, we come to you for a consultation. We’ll look at your pieces, discuss your style preferences, and show you fabric options that make sense for your space and lifestyle.
Once you approve the plan, we carefully disassemble your furniture in our workshop. We rebuild the internal structure if needed, replace worn padding and springs, and apply new fabric with precision stitching that lasts.
The timeline depends on the complexity, but most projects take 2-4 weeks. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process, and when we deliver your refreshed furniture, you’ll see exactly why restoration often beats replacement.
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Every upholstery project includes complete structural assessment and repair. We don’t just recover surfaces—we rebuild comfort systems, replace worn springs, and upgrade padding for better support.
You’ll choose from commercial-grade upholstery fabrics designed for Florida’s coastal environment. These aren’t decorator fabrics that look pretty for six months. We’re talking about performance materials that resist fading, moisture, and wear.
In Birch Ocean Front, where ocean views and outdoor living are part of daily life, your furniture needs to handle humidity, salt air, and frequent use. Our fabric selections and construction methods are specifically chosen for properties near the water, ensuring your investment holds up year after year.
Upholstery costs depend on the piece size, fabric choice, and structural work needed. A typical dining chair runs $150-300, while a sofa ranges from $800-2000.
The key factors are labor complexity and material quality. Simple reupholstering with standard fabric costs less than complete rebuilding with premium marine-grade materials. We provide detailed estimates after examining your pieces, so you know exactly what you’re paying for before work begins.
Most clients find that professional upholstery costs 30-50% less than buying comparable new furniture, especially for quality pieces with solid frames.
For Birch Ocean Front properties, we recommend solution-dyed acrylics, marine vinyl, and performance fabrics like Sunbrella. These materials resist salt air, UV damage, and moisture better than standard upholstery fabrics.
Solution-dyed fabrics have color that goes all the way through the fiber, so they won’t fade even with direct sun exposure. Marine vinyl handles humidity and occasional water contact without developing mold or mildew.
We avoid natural fibers like cotton or linen in coastal locations unless they’re specially treated. The combination of salt, humidity, and sun breaks down untreated natural materials quickly, leading to premature replacement.
Most upholstery projects take 2-4 weeks from pickup to delivery. Simple jobs like dining chair seats might be done in a week, while complex pieces requiring structural repair can take 6-8 weeks.
The timeline depends on fabric availability, structural work needed, and our current project queue. We’ll give you a realistic timeframe during consultation and keep you updated if anything changes.
Rush jobs are possible for an additional fee, but we don’t recommend them. Quality upholstery requires proper drying time between steps, and rushing the process can compromise durability.
If the frame is solid wood or quality construction, reupholstering usually makes financial sense. You’re essentially getting custom furniture at a fraction of new furniture prices.
The break-even point is typically when reupholstery costs less than 60% of comparable new furniture. For antiques, family heirloom pieces, or furniture with sentimental value, restoration preserves irreplaceable items.
However, if the frame is particle board, the springs are completely shot, or structural damage is extensive, replacement might be more cost-effective. We’ll give you an honest assessment during consultation.
Yes, we offer consultation and pickup/delivery services throughout Birch Ocean Front. Our team will come to your location for initial assessment and fabric selection.
For the actual upholstery work, we transport pieces to our workshop where we have proper equipment and controlled conditions. This ensures better quality than attempting complex work in your home.
We handle all the logistics—careful wrapping for transport, coordinated scheduling, and white-glove delivery when your pieces are complete. You don’t have to worry about moving heavy furniture or finding a truck.
We can often match existing fabrics or create custom combinations using our extensive fabric library. For exact matches, bring a sample or photo, and we’ll source the closest available option.
Custom design work includes mixing fabrics, adding contrasting piping, creating unique patterns, or incorporating personal touches like monogramming. We work with both residential and commercial clients on completely custom pieces.
Keep in mind that exact fabric matches aren’t always possible due to dye lot variations and discontinued patterns. We’ll show you the closest options and explain any differences before proceeding with your project.
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