Kofod Larsen Seal Chairs? please help me  

I would not advise the OP to go out and put the upholstery on their credit card tomorrow. But I would definitely advise he responsibly save up for the job, because I know that is how I am inclined. I certainly wouldn't be happy with the idea they'd exist like this for the rest of their days.

I am happy to live with things in a state of slight disrepair, as long as the goal remains: they're gradually restored in my possession.

I don't think either view above is at odds with this right? I'd also be inclined to guess that's how the majority of us deal with our items.