M. Magdaleno's Upholstery & Sales

Upholstery Shop in Honolulu, Hawaii

4(12 reviews)
(808) 538-7084156 C Mokauea St, Ste C, Honolulu, HI 96819View on Yelp
M. Magdaleno's Upholstery & Sales - upholstery in Honolulu, HI

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About M. Magdaleno's Upholstery & Sales

M. Magdaleno's Upholstery & Sales is a Honolulu shop with a 4.0-star rating and 12 reviews, offering both furniture reupholstery and auto upholstery under one roof. That combination is genuinely useful in a city where people are fixing up both their living rooms and their vehicles. Honolulu's dense urban environment means a lot of older homes with aging furniture and a strong car culture that keeps demand for auto interior work steady. A shop serving both markets has a broad skill set worth knowing about.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery
Auto Upholstery

Services & Process

Furniture reupholstery here covers sofas, chairs, and other residential pieces, including the full process of replacing fabric, foam, and any damaged structural components. Auto upholstery is a separate discipline involving seat covers, door panels, headliners, and console work on cars, trucks, and SUVs. The materials differ significantly between furniture and automotive work, with auto-grade vinyls, leathers, and stitching patterns designed to handle heat, UV exposure, and constant physical wear. Having both services available means customers with multiple projects don't have to split their business between shops.

Service Area

M. Magdaleno's serves customers throughout Honolulu and the surrounding areas of Oahu. That includes neighborhoods from Downtown Honolulu and Kalihi out toward Manoa and beyond. Auto upholstery clients often come from across the island given that specialized shops handling both vehicle and furniture work aren't especially common.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you repair just one car seat, or do you have to redo all of them?
You can absolutely have just one seat repaired or reupholstered. The challenge is that newer fabric on a single seat may not match the worn look of the others, so many customers choose to do all seats at once for a consistent appearance. The shop can show you fabric options that come closest to matching your existing interior if you only want to address one damaged seat.
What types of vehicles do you handle for auto upholstery?
Most auto upholstery shops work on sedans, trucks, SUVs, and vans, covering seats, headliners, door panels, and carpet. Some shops also handle motorcycles and specialty vehicles. It's worth calling ahead to confirm they work on your specific vehicle type, especially if it's a classic car or something with a non-standard interior layout.
Is leather or vinyl better for car seat reupholstery in Hawaii?
Both have trade-offs in Hawaii's heat. Real leather can get very hot in direct sun and requires conditioning to prevent cracking. High-quality vinyl is more heat-resistant and easier to clean, but it can feel less breathable on hot days. Perforated materials of either type help with airflow. A local shop can walk you through options suited to Honolulu's climate.
How do I choose a fabric for furniture reupholstery?
Start by thinking about how the piece is used, whether it gets heavy daily use, if pets or kids are involved, and how much natural light hits it. From there, a good upholsterer will narrow down fabric choices by durability rating, texture, and color. You'll look at physical swatches rather than just photos, which makes a big difference in how the final product turns out.
Does auto upholstery repair affect my car's resale value?
A well-done interior refresh can meaningfully improve a vehicle's resale value, especially if the original upholstery was torn, stained, or faded. Buyers notice interior condition immediately, and a clean, professionally done interior signals that the owner took care of the car overall. Poor-quality patchwork repairs, on the other hand, can actually hurt resale value.
How long does a full car seat reupholstery job typically take?
A full set of seat covers on a standard four-door sedan typically takes two to five days depending on the shop's schedule and whether custom work is involved. Simpler jobs like repairing a single seat or replacing a headliner can often be done faster. Calling ahead to check current wait times is always a good idea.

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