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Tim, if there is more than one source get other
quotes. Redoing all my upholstery by a professional ran about $700 but I got
higher quotes. There is a big difference in fabric cost which was
incomprehensible to me as I knew nothing about fabric until I gave myself a
crash course on wear resistance, sun fading, comfort, composition, dyes, etc.
The first fabric I liked was $49/yard. The fabric I used was less than half that
and I liked it just as well. Even better considering the price. ;-) Everyone
says it looks original.
Another variable is the estimate of how much fabric
it will take. The estimates were widely different. And finally, the upholsterer
can use a less expensive fabric on the bottom of the couch cushions that never
show and that will save some money too.
I would never attempt to recover the cushions or
make new drapes myself. That's not my expertise. It's not as easy for a
inexperienced person as it looks (or it wouldn't be pricey).
YMMV.
Jim Greene
' 68 Tradewind
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