The Barn At 17

Upholstery Shop in Woburn, Massachusetts

3.6(10 reviews)
(339) 999-219426 Henshaw St, Woburn, MA 01801View on Yelp
The Barn At 17 - upholstery in Woburn, MA

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About The Barn At 17

The Barn At 17 in Woburn, Massachusetts, sits along the Route 3 corridor north of Boston, making it accessible to customers from Burlington, Stoneham, Woburn, and beyond. With 10 reviews and a 3.6 rating, this shop covers a broader range of services than most, combining antique buying and selling with furniture repair and full reupholstery. That combination makes it a useful stop for anyone dealing with older or damaged furniture, whether they need restoration work, structural repairs, or a complete fabric overhaul. It's a destination for people who appreciate furniture with character and history.

Services

Antiques
Furniture Repair
Furniture Reupholstery

Services & Process

The Barn At 17 handles furniture reupholstery alongside structural furniture repair and antique services, which sets it apart from shops that only do fabric work. Furniture repair covers broken frames, loose joints, damaged legs, and refinishing needs that often go hand in hand with reupholstery. The antiques side means the team is experienced with older construction methods and materials, which matters when you're working on a Victorian parlor chair or a mid-century piece with unusual joinery. Reupholstery services here likely include fabric selection, foam replacement, and finishing details like piping and button tufting.

Service Area

The Barn At 17 serves Woburn and the surrounding northern suburbs of Boston, including Burlington, Stoneham, Reading, and Wilmington. Customers from Medford and Malden also make the drive for the shop's combination of antique and upholstery services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can The Barn At 17 repair a broken antique chair frame and reupholster it at the same time?
Yes, shops that combine furniture repair and reupholstery can handle both in a single project. Getting structural repairs done before new fabric goes on is always the right sequence, since it avoids having to redo upholstery work if something needs fixing later.
What kinds of antique furniture are typically brought in for restoration in the Woburn area?
Victorian settees, Queen Anne wingback chairs, mid-century modern lounge chairs, and traditional wingbacks are common. New England homes tend to hold onto older furniture, and there's a steady stream of pieces from estate sales and family inheritances that need professional attention.
How does furniture repair differ from furniture restoration?
Repair usually refers to fixing a specific structural problem like a broken joint, cracked leg, or damaged spring. Restoration is a more complete process that returns a piece as closely as possible to its original condition, which can include refinishing, reupholstery, and period-appropriate materials.
Is it possible to reupholster an antique piece without losing its value?
It depends on the piece and what collectors in that category value. For most household antiques, good quality reupholstery using appropriate materials doesn't diminish value and often improves it. For rare museum-quality pieces, you'd want to consult a specialist before making any changes.
What should I expect from a furniture repair estimate in Woburn?
A reputable shop will inspect the piece first, either in person or from photos, and give you a written estimate covering parts and labor. Complex repairs on older frames sometimes reveal additional issues once work begins, so ask upfront how the shop handles unexpected findings.
Does the shop buy or appraise antique furniture as well as repair it?
Given the antiques category listed, it's worth asking directly about buying or appraisal services when you call. Shops that deal in antiques often have staff with knowledge of period styles and market values, even if formal appraisals require a certified appraiser.

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