Katy sent us a good question: Hey! I'm in a western suburbs of Chicago, and am needing a good, quick, and most importantly AFFORDABLE upholsterer. I bought these chairs thanks to the tip from AT last week, and now they need to be recovered...
Can anyone recommend someone?
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Comments (3)
I've had good luck with Slipcover Plus on Ridgeland Ave. in Oak Park. They reupholstered some chairs for me a few years ago, and the chairs are still holding up. Prices are very reasonable, but it's a good idea to have your own fabric ideas before going in there. www.slipcoverplus.com
Drummond Upholstery in Evanston did a great job on a chair for me. He said 3 weeks, but he did it in less.
i'll be doing a reupholstery apprenticeship with a pro in indianapolis starting in january and would love to have your chairs be our first project together, but i think it will be too late . . .
good luck! :)