Upholstery is the age-old craft of creating comfortable, supportive and decorative coverings for furniture like chairs, sofas, ottomans and more. From regal settees in palaces to family room recliners, upholstered furnishings invite us to unwind in style. And while today’s casual lifestyles may value washable slipcovers, the refined customization and quality an expert upholsterer provides remains unmatched and timeless. The upholsterer’s art involves creating or recreating internal structures to support the body’s contours and desired silhouettes. This may entail wood bases, durable springs, sturdy webbing or firm cushioning elements. Over and around these foundations, the upholsterer skillfully stretches, secures and tailors beautiful, opulent fabrics using techniques like tufting, boxing, skirting, belting and precise trimwork. Embellishments such as nailheads, buttons and contrast welting add further decorative detail. It is an intricate blend of engineering, design and painstaking ...