Business Details
14 Years
experience
Premium Furniture Restoration & Upholstery Services
Carlo's Upholstery is a family-owned business rooted in Melbourne's Thornbury suburb, specialising in furniture restoration, upholstery, and custom design. With over 25 years of hands-on experience, Carlo has mastered traditional and modern techniques passed down from his father, a craftsman with four decades in the trade. Our team caters to domestic and commercial clients, offering bespoke solutions for antique revival, contemporary updates, and entirely new creations. We collaborate closely with interior designers, architects, and retailers to ensure each project aligns with functional and aesthetic goals.Our commitment to quality is evident in every detail, from fabric selection to structural restoration, ensuring heirloom pieces endure for generations. Clients consistently praise our professionalism, attention to craftsmanship, and ability to transform furniture into timeless assets. By blending heritage skills with modern innovation, we deliver results that honor both the past and future of furniture design.
Services
Furniture Restoration
Upholstery Services
Custom Furniture Design
Commercial Upholstery
Antique Furniture Repair
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of expertise in traditional and modern upholstery techniques.
- Our family legacy ensures authentic craftsmanship passed through generations.
- Custom furniture designs tailored to residential and commercial requirements.
- Proven track record with antique restoration specialists and design professionals.
- Comprehensive service covering consultation, materials, and delivery.
What people say
Outstanding workmanship
Highly recommend
Professional service
Attention to detail
Excellent customer service
Services
Furniture Restoration
Specialised revival of antique and vintage furniture using traditional methods. We address structural damage, fabric replacement, and finish restoration while maintaining historical integrity. Clients benefit from durable, aesthetically accurate results that preserve sentimental or investment value.
Upholstery Services
Comprehensive re-upholstery for chairs, sofas, and bespoke pieces. Our process includes fabric selection, pattern creation, and precision stitching. Commercial clients receive durable materials suited to high-traffic environments while maintaining visual appeal.
Custom Furniture Design
Tailored furniture solutions for residential and commercial spaces. We collaborate with clients on dimensions, materials, and design elements to produce functional art pieces. Services include bedheads, banquettes, and statement seating with custom finishes.
Commercial Upholstery
Durable upholstery solutions for corporate and retail environments. We work with designers to meet branding requirements while ensuring practicality. Services include office seating, hospitality furniture, and retail display pieces with commercial-grade materials.
Antique Furniture Repair
Precision repair of antique wooden and upholstered pieces. Techniques include webbing replacement, frame reinforcement, and era-appropriate fabric sourcing. We prioritise preservation of original materials while enhancing structural longevity for future generations.
Questions
What types of furniture do you restore?
We handle all eras from antique to contemporary, including mid-century modern, Victorian, and Art Deco pieces.
Can you match original fabrics for antique restoration?
Yes, we source period-appropriate materials including horsehair, coconut fibre, and traditional textiles for authentic results.
Do you offer commercial furniture services?
We provide custom commercial upholstery for offices, restaurants, and retail spaces with durable, designer-approved materials.
How long does a typical restoration take?
Project timelines vary but average 4-6 weeks depending on complexity and material availability.
Can I supply my own fabric for upholstery?
Clients may provide their own materials, though we recommend our curated selection for optimal durability and finish.
Do you offer pick-up and delivery?
Yes, we arrange secure transportation for all furniture using experienced handlers specialising in fragile items.
