The Good Mod

Upholstery Shop in Portland, Oregon

4.3(23 reviews)
(503) 206-69191313 W Burnside St, Fl 4th, Portland, OR 97209View on Yelp
The Good Mod - upholstery in Portland, OR

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4.3
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About The Good Mod

The Good Mod is a Portland, Oregon shop that blends furniture retail, repair, and metal fabrication under one roof, earning a 4.3 rating from 23 reviewers. It's a genuinely unusual combination that appeals to design-minded Portlanders who want more than a simple fix. Whether you're hunting for a mid-century piece, need structural repairs on something you already own, or want custom metalwork on a furniture project, they cover ground that most shops don't. Portland's vibrant furniture resale and design scene makes this kind of multi-service shop a natural fit.

Services

Furniture Stores
Furniture Repair
Metal Fabricators

Services & Process

Furniture repair here goes beyond basic reupholstery to include structural work on frames, joints, and damaged components. The metal fabrication side means they can build or replace steel legs, welded brackets, and custom hardware that most upholstery-only shops would outsource. As a furniture retailer, they also sell pieces directly, which means staff understand what good construction looks like from the inside out. This range makes them useful for interior designers and property managers juggling multiple types of furniture needs at once.

Service Area

The Good Mod is based in Portland and serves customers throughout the city and surrounding metro communities. Clients from the Pearl District, Alberta Arts District, and inner Southeast Portland are especially common given the shop's appeal to design-forward customers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Good Mod sell and repair furniture at the same location?
Yes, the shop combines retail furniture sales with repair and metal fabrication services. That setup means you can browse pieces for sale while also dropping off something that needs work.
What kind of metal fabrication work do furniture shops offer?
Metal fabrication in a furniture context often means building or replacing steel legs, welding broken frames, fabricating custom hardware, or creating structural supports. It's especially useful for mid-century pieces with metal components that are hard to source as replacements.
Can a furniture repair shop fix a broken chair frame?
Yes, shops with structural repair capability can re-glue, reinforce, or fully rebuild wooden and metal frames. The extent of the repair depends on how much of the original structure is still usable.
Are Portland furniture repair shops good for mid-century modern pieces?
Portland has a strong market for mid-century furniture, and several shops have real experience with the materials and construction methods those pieces use. Shops that also sell vintage furniture tend to have deeper familiarity with that style.
How do I know if a piece of furniture is worth repairing?
A good repair shop will give you an honest assessment. Generally, solid wood frames with quality original construction are worth fixing, while pieces built from particleboard may not justify the repair cost.
Do furniture shops work with interior designers on larger projects?
Many do, and shops offering multiple services like repair, retail, and fabrication are especially useful for designers managing multiple pieces or sourcing furniture for a client. It's worth calling ahead to discuss project scope and timeline.

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