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Armchair reupholstery by G.F. Sinclair, Lewes

Armchair Reupholstery in Lewes since 1962

Restore a vintage or much loved armchair with new fabric, padding and a fresh finish.

Bring your armchair in for a free assessment, call:

Established since 1962

Home visits available

William Morris fabrics

What happens during armchair reupholstery

Reupholstering an armchair starts with stripping the old fabric and padding back to the frame, so we can check the joints, springs and webbing underneath before anything new goes on. Many vintage armchairs have a hardwood frame that outlasts modern equivalents, which means the structure is often sound even when the fabric looks worn through. Once the frame is confirmed solid, we rebuild the padding and finish with your chosen fabric, matching the original shape or adjusting it slightly if you prefer a different look. The result is a chair that feels new but keeps its original character.

Armchair frame stripped for reupholstery

Choosing fabric for your armchair

An armchair is often the focal point of a room, so fabric choice matters more here than on a larger, less prominent piece. Our range includes William Morris alongside several other established fabric houses, covering everything from bold pattern to plain weave depending on the look you want. We bring sample books to your home or workshop appointment so you can see colours and patterns against your existing décor before committing. If you have a fabric in mind that we do not stock, we can usually source it or suggest a close match at a more affordable price.

Fabric sample book for armchair upholstery
Armchair upholstery

How we handle sentimental armchairs

Many of the armchairs we reupholster have been in a family for years, which is why we treat each one individually rather than as just another job on the schedule. The same Lewes workshop has handled this kind of work since 1962, and our team holds membership with the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers. Past customers have left reviews describing how quickly their treasured chairs came back looking refreshed. Every quotation is free, and we are happy to discuss timescales before you commit to any work.

"Many thanks for the excellent job you did in recovering our orange chair - it looks fantastic and came back so quickly! Highly recommended."
ClareB-218 (Yell Review)

Ready to bring your armchair back to life?

Free, no obligation quotes on armchair reupholstery, with home visits available across Sussex. Get in touch today.

G.F. Sinclair armchair upholstery workshop, Lewes

Contact us

Address:
1-3 Southcourt Cottages, Morris Rd, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 2AT

Business hours

Mon: 09:30-13:00, 13:30-16:30
Tue: 09:30-13:00, 13:30-16:30
Wed: 09:30-13:00
Thu: 09:30-16:30
Fri: CLOSED
Sat: 09:30-13:00
Sun: CLOSED

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G.F. SINCLAIR LIMITED is registered as a limited company in England and Wales under company number: 01107402. Registered Company Address: 1-3 South Court Cottages, Morris Road, Lewes, England, BN7 2AT

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