Antiqcare

Upholstery Shop in Brooklyn, New York

4.9(34 reviews)
(917) 216-351268 Jay St, Ste 711, Brooklyn, NY 11201View on Yelp
Antiqcare - upholstery in Brooklyn, NY

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About Antiqcare

Antiqcare operates out of Brooklyn, NY, bringing a 4.9-star rating across 34 reviews to one of New York City's most design-conscious neighborhoods. Brooklyn homeowners tend to own a mix of vintage finds, family heirlooms, and modern pieces, so having a local shop that handles refinishing, repair, and reupholstery under one roof is genuinely useful. The borough's brownstone culture means worn sofas and scuffed dining chairs are a constant, and skilled local craftspeople who know how to treat older furniture correctly are always in demand.

Services

Refinishing Services
Furniture Repair
Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

Antiqcare covers three core areas: furniture refinishing, structural repair, and full reupholstery. Refinishing involves stripping old finishes, repairing surface damage, and applying stains or lacquers that match the original look or update it entirely. Furniture repair addresses broken joints, cracked frames, and missing hardware, restoring stability before cosmetics are touched. Reupholstery means pulling off old fabric or leather, replacing worn-out foam and batting, and wrapping the piece in new material chosen by the customer from a fabric selection.

Service Area

Antiqcare serves Brooklyn and is conveniently accessible to clients across the other boroughs, including Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island. Neighborhoods like Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, and Williamsburg are all within reasonable reach. Customers from across the greater NYC metro area bring pieces in regularly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does furniture reupholstery typically take in Brooklyn?
Most standard reupholstery jobs, like a dining chair set or a single sofa, take one to three weeks from drop-off to pickup. More complex pieces with detailed tufting, antique frames, or custom fabric orders can run longer. It's worth asking for a timeline estimate when you get your quote.
Can Antiqcare match the original finish on antique furniture?
Skilled refinishers use color-matching techniques and period-appropriate stain formulas to get very close to the original look. If you want a fresh modern finish instead, they can do that too. Bringing reference photos of the original piece helps the process considerably.
Do I need to transport my furniture to the shop, or do they offer pickup?
Many Brooklyn upholstery shops offer pickup and delivery for larger pieces like sofas or armoires for an added fee. It's best to call ahead and confirm logistics, especially if you're in an upper-floor walk-up apartment. Smaller items you can usually bring in yourself.
What types of fabric can I choose from for reupholstery?
Most shops carry or can order velvet, linen, cotton blends, faux leather, genuine leather, and performance fabrics designed to resist stains. You can also bring your own fabric if you've sourced something specific. The craftsperson will advise you on whether your chosen material is appropriate for the piece's use and structure.
Is it worth reupholstering an old sofa instead of buying new?
If the frame is solid hardwood and structurally sound, reupholstering almost always makes more economic sense than replacing it, especially with quality vintage or antique pieces. New sofas at a comparable build quality often cost significantly more than a good reupholstery job. The environmental benefit of keeping furniture out of landfills is worth considering too.
Can they repair furniture that has both structural damage and worn fabric?
Yes, shops like Antiqcare that offer both repair and reupholstery handle exactly this kind of job regularly. The standard approach is to fix the frame first, replace any padding or springs, and then apply new fabric on top. Trying to reupholster over a broken frame is a waste of money, so combined service providers handle it in the right order.

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