The Upholsterer's Step-by-Step Handbook: A Practical Reference

The Upholsterer's Step-by-Step Handbook: A Practical Reference by Law, Alex. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9781250049858.

Whether youre re-covering some simple dining chairs or restoring a family heirloom, this book contains all the tips and techniques youll need to complete your upholstery project in an easy-to-understand format. The clear illustrations and inspiring photography throughout the book enables you to confidently create (or re-create) gorgeous statement pieces of furniture for your home. From assessing the work, to estimating your materials, to planning the order of work, you will learn how to follow a logical method to get the job done. Covering both traditional and modern techniques in great detail with step-by-step directions accompanied by clear illustrations, you will be able to achieve professional results no matter the size or scale of the project. Information on upholstery tools and materials, furnishing fabrics, and trimmings available will help you build up your workshop, and sections on simple woodworking techniques, repairs, and surface finishes ensures that The Upholsterers Step-by-Step Handbook by Alex Law is the ultimate one-stop reference for the amateur upholsterer.