Blankenship Upholstery

Upholstery Shop in Peoria, Illinois

(309) 693-90604916 N Sheridan Rd, Peoria, IL 61614View on Yelp

About Blankenship Upholstery

Blankenship Upholstery is a furniture reupholstery shop serving Peoria, Illinois and the surrounding communities along the Illinois River. Peoria is central Illinois's largest city, and homeowners here range from young families furnishing starter homes to long-time residents restoring heirloom pieces they've had for decades. A shop like Blankenship fills an important role in that mix, giving customers an alternative to disposable furniture by extending the life of pieces worth keeping. You can reach them at (309) 693-9060 to get a quote.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

Full furniture reupholstery is the main offering here, covering sofas, sectionals, loveseats, chairs, ottomans, dining chairs, and headboards. The process involves carefully removing existing fabric, assessing and addressing any issues with the cushioning or support structure, and applying new fabric to the frame. Customers work with the shop to select from available fabrics, including options in various textures, weights, and price points. Custom work, like matching a specific fabric a customer has sourced on their own, is also a possibility depending on the shop's current capabilities.

Service Area

Blankenship Upholstery serves Peoria and the surrounding communities throughout central Illinois's Peoria County. Customers from neighboring areas like Peoria Heights, Dunlap, Germantown Hills, and Washington regularly use the shop for their reupholstery needs. The shop's Peoria location puts it within easy reach of most residents in the tri-county area.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my furniture is worth reupholstering?
The best indicator is the quality of the frame. If the piece is made from solid hardwood and the joints are still tight, reupholstering almost always makes financial and practical sense. Furniture with particle board frames or significant structural damage is usually not worth the investment.
What fabrics work best for homes with pets in Peoria?
Tightly woven fabrics, outdoor-rated performance fabrics, and microfiber are generally the most pet-friendly choices because they resist snags and are easier to clean. Leather and faux leather are also popular since pet hair doesn't cling to them and they wipe clean easily.
Can dining chairs be reupholstered at an upholstery shop?
Yes, dining chairs are actually one of the more common requests because the seat cushions take a lot of wear and are relatively inexpensive to recover. A set of six chairs can usually be done for a few hundred dollars depending on the fabric, which is much less than replacing the whole set.
How many yards of fabric do I need for a sofa?
A standard three-cushion sofa typically requires 12 to 18 yards of fabric, but that number varies based on cushion count, back style, and whether the fabric has a pattern that needs to be matched. Your upholstery shop can give you a precise measurement once they've seen the piece.
Do upholstery shops in Peoria offer free estimates?
Most shops will give you a free estimate, though they usually need to see the furniture in person or receive detailed photos before they can quote accurately. Calling ahead to describe the piece will help the shop give you a ballpark figure before you make the trip.
Can a headboard be reupholstered?
Headboards are actually one of the easier upholstery projects because the shape is usually straightforward. Whether yours is a simple padded panel or has a more detailed tufted design, an upholstery shop can remove the old fabric, update the padding, and apply whatever new material you choose.

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