Armchair Reupholstery
in Ballymena
From mid-century classics to wingbacks and tub chairs — stripped back, rebuilt, and reupholstered to last another lifetime.
An armchair is often the most-used piece of furniture in a home. It's also the easiest to underestimate — what looks like a tired old chair is usually a quality frame waiting to be brought back. We specialise in armchair restoration: full strip-down to the timber, rebuild of springs, webbing and padding, and a clean, hand-finished reupholstery in the fabric or leather you choose.
Mid-century pieces — Parker Knoll, G-Plan, Ercol — are a particular favourite. So are wingbacks, tub chairs and modern occasional armchairs. Each piece is treated individually.
SLAWO UPHOLSTERY · BALLYMENA & CO. ANTRIM
What’s included
- Full strip-down — every layer of old upholstery removed
- Frame inspection, glue and screw repairs
- Re-webbing and new spring ties
- New foam or fibre filling tailored to the piece
- Reupholstery with concealed staples and clean piping
- Button-back and tufting recreated where present
- Polish or touch-up on visible wood
Common issues we fix
- Sagging or collapsed seat
- Worn fabric on arms and front edge
- Scratched or peeling leather
- Loose buttons or missing tufting
- Cracking wood, loose joints
- Outdated colour or pattern
Materials we work with
- Velvet and chenille for statement pieces
- Linen and wool weaves for natural finishes
- Aniline and semi-aniline leathers
- Boucle for soft modern looks
- Period-correct fabrics for antique restorations
From photo to finished piece
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Send a photo
WhatsApp or email a photo from the front and side, plus a close-up of any damage.
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Quote within 24 hours
Honest, transparent price — no hidden extras. We'll talk through fabric options.
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Choose fabric
Samples sent to you, or visit the workshop in Randalstown to feel the options.
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Workshop rebuild
Strip, repair, rebuild, reupholster — typically one to two weeks. Delivered back to you finished.
Turnaround is typically one to two weeks per chair. Photos are the fastest way to a quote.
Armchair Reupholstery
questions
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How much does it cost to reupholster an armchair?
Most fabric reupholsteries for a standard armchair fall in the mid-hundreds. Wingbacks, button-tufted pieces and leather work cost more because they're more labour-intensive. We'll quote exactly from photos — no surprises.
Do you take vintage Parker Knoll or G-Plan armchairs?
Yes — mid-century British armchairs are some of our favourite pieces to work on. The frames are typically excellent quality and the rebuild restores them to better-than-new condition.
Can I keep the original buttons or studs?
Yes, where they're in good condition. Where they aren't, we recreate them in matching style — covered buttons in your fabric, antique-brass or chrome studs as appropriate.
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