Johnston Upholstery

Johnston Upholstery in Albany, New York stands out by combining furniture reupholstery with antique expertise, which is a combination that's genuinely hard to find in the Capital Region. Antique pieces require a different level of care than modern furniture. Frames are often irreplaceable, fabrics need to match historical periods, and the finishing details matter to collectors and preservationists alike. Albany's rich architectural history means there's no shortage of antique chairs, settees, and carved wood frames that need exactly this kind of skilled attention.

Johnston handles both standard furniture reupholstery and the more specialized work that antique pieces demand. For everyday furniture, that means fresh fabric, replaced foam, and repaired frames. For antiques, the work goes deeper. Upholsterers may use period-appropriate materials like horsehair, linen webbing, or hand-tied springs to preserve authenticity. Fabric selection for antiques often leans toward traditional patterns, velvets, or tapestry weaves that suit the era of the piece. Both sides of the business share the same attention to craftsmanship.

Johnston Upholstery operates out of Albany and draws customers from across the greater Capital Region. Antique collectors and interior designers from Saratoga Springs, Troy, and Schenectady regularly make the trip for specialized restoration work. Albany's central location makes it easy to reach from much of the Hudson Valley as well.