What we do and how

We upholster seating furniture — historical period furniture as well as contemporary sofas, armchairs, and chairs. We re-cover, re-upholster, repair existing upholstery, and clean. Additionally, we sew and shorten curtains, custom-make cushions and slipcovers, undertake wall coverings, and care for leather. For historical pieces, we work with traditional materials such as jute, horsehair, and spring steel, and for modern furniture with high-quality foams.

Our Services

  • Upholstery classic

    Restoration of historic seating furniture — Louis XV, Louis XVI, Empire, Biedermeier, and regional pieces. Traditional construction with jute, horsehair, spring steel, and suitable upholstery fabrics. Finished with nail trim.

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    Modern upholstery

    Reupholstering or padding sofas, armchairs, chairs, and benches. We work with high-quality foams, spring cores, and a wide selection of fabrics and leathers — tailored to comfort and use. Finished with borders.

  • Curtains & Textiles

    Sewing, shortening, and supplementing curtains. Plus custom-made cushions and slipcovers, as well as textile interior furnishings — all coordinated with the room, existing elements, and fabric choices.

  • Wall hangings

    Textile wall coverings for living rooms, bedrooms, and reception rooms. Acoustic properties possible. Material selection and detailed execution according to architecture and use.

  • Leather Care

    Leather care, refreshing and repair of leather furniture. We clean, treat and restore leather surfaces - for sofas, armchairs, office chairs and desk pads.

  • Cleaning & Care

    Cleaning upholstery, cleaning curtains, cleaning carpets — ongoing maintenance to ensure that seating and textiles last a long time. Minor repairs are taken care of at the same time.

This is how we work

  • 1. Initial Consultation and Diagnosis

    You show us the piece — in the workshop, on site, or by photo. We inspect the construction, upholstery, and fabric, and discuss the approach.

  • 2. Offer and Material Selection

    You will receive a written estimate including a cost framework. Fabric and leather selection with samples – in the workshop, at your home, or by mail.

  • 3. Collection

    In the city of Bern and its agglomeration, we pick up the piece free of charge. For orders in the extended catchment area, we calculate transport costs individually.

  • 4. Performance

    We carry out simple jobs in our workshop in Ostermundigen. For specialized orders, we work with experienced upholsterers whom we call in as needed.

  • 5. Handover and Care Instructions

    Upon return, we provide specific care instructions. If required, we also undertake subsequent cleaning and refurbishment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approximate cost of upholstery work?

Reupholstering an armchair typically costs between CHF 800 and 2,500, a completely rebuilt upholstered piece between CHF 2,500 and 6,000, and a historic sofa with high-quality upholstery fabric between CHF 4,000 and 12,000. Fabric costs vary greatly and are not included. We will provide a binding quote after inspection.

Is upholstery or new furniture worthwhile?

Good old hardwood frames almost always have padding—the material is more durable than in most new armchairs. For furniture from the 1970s or later, the answer is not clear-cut and will be decided together with you.

How long does upholstery work take?

A simple re-upholstery takes 20 to 40 hours, a complete upholstery build-up 40 to 80 hours, a historical sofa 60 to 120 hours. Workshop turnaround is typically 4 to 10 weeks, depending on order volume and fabric availability.

Can I bring my own fabric?

Yes. We check suitability briefly before we start – some fabrics are technically unsuitable for upholstery, especially very thin or elastic fabrics. We also help with fabric selection and provide samples from our supplier collections.

Are you picking up the furniture?

Yes. Collection is free in the city of Bern and its agglomeration. For orders in the extended catchment area, we calculate transport individually. A quick appointment is all it takes.

Do you also clean curtains and upholstery?

Yes, we clean upholstery, curtains and carpets – either as ongoing maintenance or in preparation for restoration. We take care of minor repairs at the same time.

Do you have an upholstery, curtain, or wall covering in mind?

Send us photos and a brief description. We will get back to you within two business days with an initial assessment and discuss the next steps with you.

Send inquiry

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