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Good Questions: Who will dye my slipcovers?

2006_10_11_slipcover.jpgHi AT,

I have some chairs with canvas slipcovers that don't match the rest of my decor, so I'd like to dye them. I would rather hire someone to do this than to undertake the messy job myself. Does anybody know of an establishment in the city that does this?

Thanks,
Jennifer

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Hi Jennifer,

Dyeing slipcovers is an excellent, budget-conscious way to refresh a room (though for best results you should start with white slipcovers made from natural fibers).

We were excited by Jennifer's question -- until we discovered that the only place we know of in SF that provides this service has gone out of business (G. F. Thomas Dyeing and Cleaning Works on 14th Street).

So, does anyone else have help for Jennifer, or for readers in Oregon and Washington?

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many years ago, my roommate had an upholstered vintage looking loveseat. the fabric was beige with brocade flowers. to jazz it up, she applied rit dye with a sponge directly on the sofa. it looked really great. with wear and tear, it would fade in some places, but who cared 'cause it made her $10 thrift store find look original.

posted by g-love3000 on 2006-10-13 22:28:47

Hello! We have been dyeing slipcovers for folks all over the USA for 15 years. This is a top quality, professional service with beautiful and colorfast results. Your slipcovers, and other textiles, will look brand new. We offer a palette of sophisticated colors, or you can request a custom color. Very economical and fun!Large or small projects are welcome.Call me in Ashland Oregon 541.488.5911 Sherry...Owner.
We can dye your faded Black yoga pants and turtleneck sweaters to a deep, rich, longlasting Black. Our process can cover many stains, even bleach. Thank You

posted by Sherry Smilo on 2006-11-15 17:58:20

HELP.... I'm a mother of two very active young boys. My livingroom couch and chair was given to me by a generous relative of mine, but, the thing is they're an ivory silky polyester color. Not exactly the color I would have chosen. I would love to change them to a cappuccino color theme. Is it possible?

posted by Rhonda Coletti on 2006-12-01 06:54:33