Does anyone know of a good upholstery shop near Jersey City/Hoboken in New Jersey? I have a car, so a bit of a trip is OK...
I am looking to repholster my Eames Plycraft repro. I can provide the leather and I can sand and stain the plywood bases, but I'm afraid I don't have any sewing skills to do this myself.
I look forward to any advice on where to go.
I have used Mr. Rackley's...
I have used Mr. Rackley's expertise. He's old school. Any revisions will be consistent with vintage & style. He's been in business a long time. Talk to him, tell him want you want & expect. Ask & listen to his advice. His shop is a railroad room, cramped, sometimes untidy; a real shop. He's a master of his craft.
Rackley Custom Upholstery & Antiques
511 Communipaw Avenue
Jersey City, nj 07304-2940
Phone: (201) 451-0897
I originally had a Kem Weber...
I originally had a Kem Weber steamer chair/daybed slated for reupholstery and reframing. Mr. Rackley was also a carpenter. His quote was very reasonable & bargain basement. Fortunately, another Steamer became available with original upholstery & framing. Mr. Rackley installed the scrim underside & around the legs to perfection. He used tacks not staples to be consistent w/ age & fastened springs on his own. The steamer has a naugahyde upholstery, so please call to check if he'll work w/ leather. He will work w/ you on the price. But I'm sure you know it maybe impolite to low ball a master craftsman. Also, do your research. Bring pictures & etc. to show him the work & details involved. Good luck!
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