Furniture Medic

Upholstery Shop in Minneapolis, Minnesota

(952) 955-62341043 Grand Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55425View on Yelp

About Furniture Medic

Furniture Medic in Minneapolis brings a repair-focused approach to furniture care that goes beyond standard reupholstery. The name reflects a philosophy centered on diagnosing what's actually wrong with a piece and fixing it thoughtfully, rather than defaulting to a full strip-and-recover every time. Minneapolis homeowners deal with a lot of well-built older furniture, and having a shop that's willing to assess and repair rather than just replace is genuinely valuable. The Twin Cities market supports a range of furniture styles, from Craftsman-era pieces in older neighborhoods to modern sectionals in newer developments.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

Furniture reupholstery is the primary service, covering sofas, chairs, ottomans, headboards, and other upholstered pieces from frame inspection through finished fabric installation. Beyond full reupholstery, Furniture Medic-style shops often handle targeted repairs like fixing broken springs, re-tying webbing, patching small fabric tears, and replacing individual cushion cores without requiring a complete job. This à la carte approach saves customers money when only part of a piece needs attention. Fabric selection is always part of the process, with options ranging from budget-friendly polyester blends to premium performance fabrics and natural fibers.

Service Area

Furniture Medic serves the Minneapolis metro and surrounding Hennepin County communities. Customers from areas like Edina, Richfield, Bloomington, and the western suburbs regularly use Minneapolis-based shops for specialty repair work. The shop's focus on repair as well as full reupholstery gives it a broad appeal across the metro.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Furniture Medic fix a broken sofa frame without doing a full reupholstery?
Yes, frame repairs can often be done independently of fabric work. If the frame is cracked or a joint has come loose, a skilled shop can reinforce or replace the damaged section without stripping the entire piece. This is a common request for sofas that are still structurally good but have developed a wobble or sag.
How do I know if my furniture needs springs replaced?
If you feel or hear a coil shifting when you sit down, or if one side of a seat sinks noticeably more than the other, the springs are likely the culprit. A shop can diagnose this quickly during an in-person assessment, and spring repair or retying is often less expensive than a full cushion replacement.
Does Furniture Medic work with insurance claims for damaged furniture?
Some furniture repair shops do work with homeowners insurance for covered damage like water, fire, or accidental damage. It's worth asking specifically about their experience with insurance documentation, since you may need an itemized estimate or written assessment to submit a claim.
What's the typical cost range for sofa reupholstery in Minneapolis?
A standard two or three-cushion sofa reupholstery in Minneapolis typically runs anywhere from $800 to $2,000 or more, depending on fabric choice, cushion complexity, and whether any structural repairs are needed. Getting a few quotes from different shops is a smart way to understand what's reasonable for your specific piece.
Can Furniture Medic match existing fabric on a partial repair?
Exact fabric matching is difficult unless you have leftover material from the original purchase. A good shop can often find something very close, especially for solid colors or simple patterns. For heirloom pieces where matching matters a lot, it may make more sense to do a full recover so everything is consistent.
How should I prepare my furniture before bringing it to an upholstery shop?
Remove cushions if they're separate, clear off any personal items, and take photos of the current condition for your own reference before the shop takes it. If there are specific problem areas you want addressed, point them out clearly at drop-off so the technician knows exactly what to focus on.

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