Service
Reupholstery and rejuvenation
Furniture rejuvenation that transforms tired pieces into masterpieces. Strip-back, rebuild and recover — sofas, suites, armchairs and one-off pieces, brought back to life from the frame up in our Stalybridge workshop.
Advice first
We tell you what is worth doing before you spend on fabric or repair work.
Quoted clearly
Photos, sizes and fabric choices become a written price, not a vague estimate.
Built properly
Frames, foam, stitching and finish are checked so the work lasts in daily use.
In scope
What we cover.
- Sofas, suites (3+2+1), wingbacks, club chairs, chesterfields
- Strip back to the frame, replace webbing, springs and foam where needed
- Hand-tied springs and traditional methods on pieces that warrant it
- Modern foams and fire-retardant fabrics where they don't
- Hundreds of fabrics in our Stalybridge showroom — twelve trade-leading suppliers
- Free, no-obligation quotations — in shop, on site or by photo
- Two-year craftsmanship guarantee on production and contract work
Craftsmanship perfected
We don’t just claim to be experts — we work the craft every day. Stripping back to the frame. Inspecting the timber and webbing. Replacing foam and springs where they need it. Rebuilding from the inside out. Hand-tied springs and hand-stitched edges where the construction calls for it; modern serpentine springs and high-resilience foam where it doesn’t. We pick the right approach per piece, not by template.
Pieces with character — wingbacks, chesterfields, mid-century arms, anything genuinely worth keeping — get the traditional work. Pieces that don’t get modern construction, fire-retardant fabrics and a careful finish. Either way, you get a piece that’s been judged and rebuilt rather than processed.
Quotations, free of charge
Transparency is the cornerstone of our service. We provide complimentary, no-obligation quotations for every piece we look at — by phone, email, in shop, or on site for larger commissions. Our quotes are itemised in writing so you know exactly what’s covered: fabric metreage, foam, springs, webbing, frame work, collection and delivery. No surprises after the work starts.
About 70% of our customers choose a fabric in the £25–£30 per metre band, so we use £25/metre as a guide price when we estimate. Pick something cheaper and the quote drops accordingly.
A wealth of fabric selections
Step into our Stalybridge showroom for the full range — twelve trade-leading suppliers, hundreds of fabrics, real and faux leathers. Cristina Marrone (Cambio, Galleria, Destino, Venezia, Extravaganza), Ross Fabrics, Sunbury Design, Geometric Fabrics, Warwick Fabrics, Wemyss, Agua, J Brown, Art of The Loom, Crest Leathers, Futura Leathers, Chieftain Fabrics. From £15-per-metre everyday weaves through to £120-per-metre Italian jacquards.
Effortless online requests
Can’t make it in? Use our home upholstery quote form — fill in details about your piece, fabric ideas if you have them, rough measurements, and our specialists will reply with a personalised quote, usually the same day. Photos help us quote accurately first time.
How long does it take?
Most domestic projects take two to four weeks from collection to delivery. We’ll agree the timeline up front and stick to it. Bigger jobs (3+2+1 suites, full corner units, contract pieces) can run longer; we’ll always tell you before we start.
Last updated 14 May 2026
Notes from the bench by Karl Chandler, Principal Craftsman.
Working with us
How it works.
- 1
Free quote
Call, email or pop into the shop. For larger pieces we'll come to you. We give honest, transparent estimates with a comprehensive breakdown of costs — no surprises.
- 2
Choose your fabric
Pick from our Stalybridge showroom — Cristina Marrone, Ross, Sunbury, Geometric, Warwick, Wemyss, Agua and more — or supply your own. We'll tell you exactly how many metres you need including pattern repeat.
- 3
Collection
We collect across Greater Manchester for a small charge. We'll plan tight stairs and doorways with you before we arrive.
- 4
Strip and rebuild
Frame inspection, webbing, springs and foam. Hand-stitched where it counts. Every panel chalked and matched before cutting.
- 5
Delivery
Returned and placed in position. Two-year craftsmanship guarantee on production and contract pieces.
Inside the workshop
Six steps from collection to delivery.
1 Chalk + measure 
2 Frame check 
3 New springs 
4 Upholster 
5 Hand-finish 
6 Reassemble
What customers say
From customers who have used this service.
“We recently had two leather armchairs re-covered. The workmanship was second to none, absolutely fantastic. We went for a large check pattern and didn't realise what a difficult job it was going to be for them matching all the lines up, well they did an awesome job, we are so impressed and very happy with the end result. I highly recommend Valley Upholstery if anyone is thinking of updating their furniture, well done and thank you.”
“Knowledgeable help throughout, excellent communication and beautiful craftsmanship on the reupholstery of my 1950s armchair. Hugely recommend!”
“In summer of 24, I had my dining chair seats recovered. Valley Upholstery did a fantastic job. A few months later, I decided I wanted a new suite, but couldn't find one I liked, so I went back to Valley and we discussed recovering my existing leather reclining sofas. There was such a lot of choice. John was very helpful and advised me of different materials I could choose from. I chose a very hard wearing product called Toro. Alan and Karl took one sofa at a time being very careful not to bang other furniture and wallpaper on the way out, and it was returned a few days later looking stunning. Amazing job! I can't fault them. 5* service. Thank you.”
Frequently asked
Common questions about this service.
- How long does reupholstery take?
- Most domestic projects take two to four weeks from collection to delivery. Caravans usually run two to three weeks. Single dining chairs are often back within a week. We agree the timeline up front and stick to it.
- Can I choose any fabric or leather?
- You can choose from hundreds of fabrics and leathers in our Stalybridge showroom — Cristina Marrone, Rosemount Fabrics, Ross Fabrics, Sunbury Designs, Warwick, Wemyss, Agua, Futura Leathers, Crest Leather, Nene Valley Leathers and more — priced from about £15 per metre to around £120 per metre.
- How much does it cost to reupholster a sofa?
- It depends on the size, the condition and the fabric. As a guide, a two-seater sofa in a mid-range fabric usually starts around £700 to £900 plus vat, and a three-seater from around £900 to £1,100 plus vat. Repairs (frame, springs, foam) are quoted separately. We give every customer a clear, itemised quote with no surprises.
- Do you take a deposit?
- For most jobs we ask for a deposit on confirmation, with the balance due on delivery. Larger commercial and contract jobs are invoiced on agreed milestones.
- What guarantee do you offer?
- Workmanship is guaranteed, with a two-year craftsmanship guarantee on production and contract work. Fabric durability is governed by the supplier's own rub-test rating; we'll explain that when you choose.
- Do you remove the old upholstery first?
- Always. We strip every piece back to the frame, inspect the timber and webbing, replace foam where needed, and rebuild from the inside out.
Ready to price the upholstery?
Send photos, rough sizes and what you want changed. We’ll tell you the sensible route and quote it clearly.