Big Mike's Upholstery & Repair

Upholstery Shop in Gretna, Louisiana

(504) 365-07751309 Franklin Ave, Gretna, LA 70053View on Yelp

About Big Mike's Upholstery & Repair

Big Mike's Upholstery and Repair brings a hands-on, personal approach to furniture reupholstery in Gretna, Louisiana. The West Bank has a strong tradition of skilled tradespeople, and a name like Big Mike's signals the kind of owner-operated shop where you're dealing directly with the person doing the work. Gretna's residential neighborhoods are full of couches, recliners, and dining sets that see real daily use, and quality upholstery repairs can keep those pieces going for years. It's the type of local shop where your piece doesn't get handed off to a stranger.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

Big Mike's focuses on furniture reupholstery and repair, which means they handle everything from simple fabric replacement to more involved structural fixes. Reupholstery involves removing the old covering, assessing and updating the padding and support beneath, then applying new fabric with clean, tight seams. Repair work might include fixing a sagging seat, replacing a broken spring, or re-gluing a loose frame joint before the fabric goes back on. This combination of upholstery and repair skills means they can address the full condition of a piece, not just its appearance.

Service Area

Big Mike's Upholstery and Repair is located in Gretna and serves the surrounding West Bank communities including Harvey, Marrero, Terrytown, and Westwego. The shop is also accessible to customers from Algiers and other parts of Orleans Parish who don't mind a short drive across the river. Most of Jefferson Parish's residential areas are within a reasonable distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you repair a broken sofa frame at the same time as reupholstering it?
Yes, combining frame repair with reupholstery is actually the best approach since the furniture is already being taken apart. Doing both at once saves time and ensures the piece is solid before the new fabric goes on.
What kinds of furniture do you typically reupholster?
Upholstery shops handle a wide range of pieces including sofas, loveseats, armchairs, recliners, ottomans, dining chairs, and headboards. Some shops also take on benches, bar stools, and other specialty seating.
How do I prepare my furniture before bringing it to the shop?
You don't need to do much preparation, but removing any cushion covers or loose pillows beforehand can save time. If the piece has sentimental items stored in it, take those out before drop-off.
What if I don't know what fabric I want?
A good upholsterer will talk through how you use the piece, your color preferences, and whether durability or texture is most important to you. From there, they can pull samples that make sense for your specific situation.
Is there a minimum job size you'll take on?
Many smaller shops are happy to take on single chairs or even simpler repairs like a torn seam or a broken zipper on a cushion cover. It's always worth calling to describe the job, even if it seems small.
How do I know the quote I'm getting is fair?
Getting quotes from two or three shops in the area is a good way to gauge the going rate. Be specific about the piece, the fabric you want, and any repairs needed so each shop is quoting on the same scope of work.

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