Schuler Furniture Services

Upholstery Shop in Saint Louis, Missouri

(314) 383-55307165 Beulah Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63136View on Yelp

About Schuler Furniture Services

Schuler Furniture Services in Saint Louis, Missouri stands out from typical upholstery shops by offering reupholstery, wood refinishing, and furniture assembly under one roof. That combination is genuinely useful for customers dealing with pieces that need more than just new fabric, like a dining chair with a scratched frame or an antique that needs both structural work and fresh upholstery. Saint Louis has a healthy market for furniture restoration, particularly in older neighborhoods where well-made vintage pieces are still common in homes and estates. Having one shop handle multiple aspects of a restoration saves time and coordination hassle.

Services

Furniture Reupholstery
Refinishing Services
Furniture Assembly

Services & Process

Reupholstery at Schuler covers the full process of removing old fabric, repairing or replacing foam and padding, and applying new upholstery material chosen by the customer. Their refinishing services address wood surfaces, including stripping old finishes, repairing scratches or water damage, staining, and applying protective topcoats to restore the wood's original character. Furniture assembly services are useful for customers who purchased flat-pack or partially disassembled pieces and want them put together correctly. The ability to combine refinishing and reupholstery on a single piece, like restoring both the wood arms and the seat cushion of an antique chair, is a practical advantage most single-service shops can't match.

Service Area

Schuler Furniture Services operates out of Saint Louis and serves customers throughout the city and surrounding Missouri communities. Whether you're in one of the city's historic neighborhoods or coming in from a nearby suburb, they're set up to handle pickup or drop-off for larger pieces. Call (314) 383-5530 to discuss your project and service area options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you refinish the wood frame and reupholster the cushions at the same time?
Yes, and that's exactly why multi-service shops like this one are valuable. They'll typically handle the frame refinishing first, then complete the upholstery work so the new fabric isn't exposed to stains or solvents during the wood treatment process.
What does furniture refinishing involve?
Refinishing starts with stripping the old finish down to bare wood, then repairing any cracks, scratches, or damaged areas. After that, the wood gets stained to the desired color and sealed with a protective topcoat, which can range from a matte oil finish to a higher-gloss lacquer depending on the piece and your preference.
Do you assemble furniture purchased from retailers?
Furniture assembly services cover pieces that came partially or fully disassembled, including flat-pack furniture from major retailers. This service is especially useful for larger or more complex pieces where improper assembly can cause wobbling, joint failure, or cosmetic damage.
How do I choose between reupholstering and buying new furniture?
If the piece has solid bones, sentimental value, or was originally high quality, reupholstery usually wins on both cost and satisfaction. New furniture at a comparable quality level often costs more than a professional restoration, and you're not gambling on how it'll hold up over time.
What wood finishes are available for refinished furniture?
Options typically include oil-based stains in a range of wood tones, along with finish types like lacquer, polyurethane, shellac, or penetrating oil depending on the piece and its intended use. The shop can walk you through what works best for the wood species and the style you're going for.
Can antique furniture be refinished without losing its value?
This is a fair concern. True antiques can lose collector value if refinished, so it's worth discussing the piece's history and your goals with the shop before committing. For pieces with sentimental rather than collector value, refinishing almost always makes sense.

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