Empire Upholstery Service

Upholstery Shop in Seattle, Washington

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(206) 782-32419200 Holman Rd NW, Seattle, WA 98117View on Yelp

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About Empire Upholstery Service

Empire Upholstery Service is a Seattle, Washington shop specializing in furniture reupholstery. Seattle's housing market means many residents are holding onto quality older furniture rather than buying new, which keeps local upholstery shops busy year-round. Empire serves this demand with a focused reupholstery offering, handling pieces brought in by homeowners, renters, and small businesses across the city. For pricing or to schedule an assessment, you can contact them at (206) 782-3241.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

Furniture reupholstery at a dedicated shop like this covers everything from single dining chairs to full sofas and sectionals. The process involves carefully removing existing fabric, evaluating the condition of foam, springs, and the frame itself, making any necessary repairs, and then applying the new covering material. Customers typically select from a range of fabric options including woven upholstery cloth, microfiber, velvet, and vinyl or leather alternatives. For commercial clients like property managers or restaurant owners, the ability to handle multiple matching pieces at once is an important capability to ask about.

Service Area

Empire Upholstery Service is located in Seattle and primarily serves customers throughout the city's diverse neighborhoods, from Crown Hill and Greenwood in the north to Georgetown and Rainier Valley in the south. Customers from nearby Shoreline, Lake City, and White Center also find the shop accessible for drop-off.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a quote for furniture reupholstery in Seattle?
The most accurate way to get a quote is to bring the piece in or send clear photos showing the current condition, fabric, and any damage. Phone estimates are possible for standard pieces, but in-person assessment is more reliable, especially for older or unusually constructed furniture.
Can Empire Upholstery Service handle leather furniture?
Most upholstery shops work with both leather and fabric, though leather requires different tools, adhesives, and techniques than woven materials. If you have a leather sofa or chair that needs recovering or patching, it's worth asking about their specific experience with leather work.
Is reupholstering furniture environmentally better than buying new?
Reupholstery keeps furniture out of landfills and avoids the resource costs of manufacturing new pieces, making it a genuinely more sustainable choice in most cases. Seattle residents with sustainability goals often cite this as one of the main reasons they choose restoration over replacement.
What types of furniture can be reupholstered?
Almost any upholstered piece with a solid frame can be reupholstered, including sofas, loveseats, armchairs, ottomans, dining chairs, headboards, and benches. Even outdoor furniture with weather-damaged cushions can often be recovered with the right materials.
How do I prepare my furniture before dropping it off at an upholstery shop?
You don't need to do much beyond removing personal items, throws, and loose cushions. It's helpful to note any existing damage like broken springs, sagging frames, or specific areas of wear so the upholsterer can assess the full scope during intake.
Can an upholstery shop match the original fabric on my furniture?
Matching the exact original fabric is difficult unless it's a currently available pattern, but a skilled upholsterer can often find something very close or recommend a complementary alternative. Bringing a fabric swatch from another piece in the room can also help guide the selection.

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