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Which Jacksonville Upholstery Shop Is Right For You?
September 10, 2014 09:34:59am
Your furniture is an integral part of your home, both in functionality and aesthetic. Your favorite piece may be a treasured family heirloom that was passed down to you, or an equally valued item purchased brand new as the pièce de résistance to complete a room. Much of the furniture you have in your home receives heavy use and can fade and wear from day-to-day use. In other cases, you may simply want to redecorate a room and have decided that new upholstery is at the center of your design plan. Whether you are planning to redecorate, reupholster, or otherwise change your furniture or window treatments, it is vitally important to select the right upholstery shop and company to trust with your valued possessions.
Selecting The Right Upholstery Shop
It’s important to take your furniture to the right upholstery shop to make sure the job is done right. Before sending away your dining room furniture, antique secretary desk, drapes and valances, or other valuable item to be repaired or reupholstered, it’s a good idea to call the upholstery service and find out as much as you can about the tools, equipment, and methods they use, as well as the expertise of the craftsmen. Many upholstery shops even welcome visitors, which allows you to see firsthand the operations of the shop.
Here are some indicators of a high quality upholstery shop:
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Good quality sewing machines are used and can accommodate even brocades and heavy canvas
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The right tools and materials for the job are used, such as industry-specific mallets and hammers and the related safety equipment
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Technicians are proficient in working with all types of fabric as well as refinishing wood
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Technicians are bonded and insured
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Workspace and environment are clean
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All work is completed on site and is not subcontracted
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Strong customer service is offered
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Quality of all work is guaranteed
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Payment is not required until the customer is completely satisfied with the work
Another earmark of a good upholstery shop is a wide array of fabrics from which to choose. Everything from chiffon and cotton, to leather and canvas, as well as waterproof fabrics and more should be available in any color imaginable in order to fit the character of the furniture. A good upholstery shop will have countless fabric samples for you to look at and touch, but you can also search for and buy fabric samples online. The upholstery shop craftsmen and technicians should have the knowledge to help you in your decision, but should not require that you buy their fabric exclusively.
The Craftsman Upholstery Shop In Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville, Florida is home to Jax Furniture Refinishing & Upholstering, Northeast Florida’s best upholstery shop and service. Master craftsman Bill Kennedy has decades of experience in upholstering all types of fabric and refinishing wooden surfaces of all sort, and specializes in the restoration of fine furniture and antiques. Our team is one of highly-skilled professionals, but beyond that we are passionate about our work, and treat each piece of furniture as a the valued treasure it is. Each technician is highly trained, bonded and insured, and has years of experience working with all sorts of fabric and refinishing all types of wood. We guarantee the craftsmanship of our work, and do not require payment until you are satisfied. If you live in Jacksonville, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fleming Island, or in other areas in Northeast Florida, we are the upholstery shop to entrust with your furniture.
