If you have the time, patience and supplies, doing your own upholstery can has some advantages. You may learn a new skill and you'll have control of every step in the process. A DIY project, however, can be costly if you need to buy supplies you may rarely use.

Reupholstering is a great way to revive aging furniture without having to clean it or throw it out. So, you’ve inherited a sofa from Grandma and you want to keep the warm feeling you get from having it – just maybe not the plaid pattern that goes with it. Or, maybe you have a nice set of furniture but one piece is damaged and you don’t want to break up the set or have to buy new.

Doing the laundry is a regular part of your routine, but what about your furniture?

Furniture quality and sentimental value are key factors in deciding whether to invest in upholstery.

Quality furniture deserves a second chance. Learn why the decision to reupholster with the right upholstery fabric can benefit your decor and your wallet.