KOVI Fabrics Blog

How to Reupholster a Vinyl Bar Stool

May 23, 2023May 31, 2015

Vinyl bar stools which are dated or worn may get a lift as you reupholster a vinyl seat cover. Replacing the seat cover also is the perfect time to update a cushion if it’s torn or flat.

How to Reupholster a Chair

July 6, 2023May 30, 2015

Reupholstering an oversized chair includes the ideal method of giving your room a bit of a lift without having to spend a ton of money.

How to Create Slipcovers for Sofas

July 6, 2023May 18, 2015

Sectional sofas often can appear worn and dated after a couple of years of use, prompting an owner to search for alternate options of fabric. Some might opt to have their sectional sofa reupholstered– an expensive, yet will appear the most professional.

7 Steps to Making Padded Wall Panels

July 31, 2022May 18, 2015

Decorating your new apartment or home may leave your walls bare if you’re on a limited budget. You can create padded wall panels in order to make large-scale, inexpensive art.

Things to Create With Fabric Scraps

July 31, 2022May 4, 2015

Home crafters don’t want to toss out anything which may be utilized to create something else. Utilizing each scrap material inch may leave an artist with a sense of accomplishment.

DIY Upholstery Fabric Sample Projects

March 13, 2023May 4, 2015

Fabric samples from an upholstery project easily can be repurposed to various household goods and helpful do-it-yourself projects. Read this article for some ideas!

Know Your Fabric: A Guide To Upholstery Cleaning Codes

August 16, 2024May 2, 2015

Fabrics are categorized into codes in order to provide information of what they are made of, and what cleaning solution is best used to maintain their shape. The code is usually hidden under the seat or on the platform, or on the tags which are attached to the piece.

Smart Tips on How to Remove Upholstery Stains

August 16, 2024April 30, 2015

Accidents happen everywhere, even on your most precious furniture. Kids can clumsily spill their drinks, bits of food may get stuck on the fabric, and dirt and dust will accumulate on the material over time. It’s important for every furniture owner to learn how to tackle these issues and remove upholstery stains with confidence.

Common Upholstery Methods

April 9, 2023April 28, 2015

Take a look while we show the step-by-step of reupholstering a chair, and then you can try it on your very own chair, headboard, or wall.

DIY Fabric Curtain Ideas

July 31, 2022April 20, 2015

Curtains instantly can provide a room personality, style, and privacy. Making curtains will require no complex skills; therefore, it’s a project in the reach of anybody, even somebody who has limited experience with sewing. Curtains may be made from a variety of lightweight to medium fabrics. For an affordable, quick, and satisfying DIY project, curtains include a great option.