Upholstery Services in Lebanon: Reviving Sofas, Headboards, and Classic Cars
AdvisorLB Team
If the sofa frame is solid wood (not pressed board) and the springs are intact, reupholstering is almost always cheaper than buying new. Most Lebanese upholstery workshops have been family-run for generations and can rebuild a classic Bergère or modern L-shaped sectional.
When to Reupholster
- Frame is solid hardwood (knock on it — should sound dense).
- You love the shape and it cannot be bought again.
- Cushions sag but springs still spring back.
- Fabric is torn or stained but structure is intact.
When to Replace
- Frame creaks audibly when you sit — joints failed.
- Springs broken or rusted through.
- Pressed-board (chipboard) construction — not worth saving.
Fabric Choices
- Velvet: luxurious, stains easily — for low-traffic formal rooms.
- Linen blend: breathable, casual — Mediterranean homes.
- Performance fabric (Crypton, Sunbrella): kids/pets, indoor-outdoor.
- Leather: $1,200-2,500 for a 3-seater hide, lasts 25 years.
Classic Car Interiors
- Mercedes W123, BMW E30, Peugeot 504 — workshops in Bourj Hammoud restore original-pattern seats.
- Full interior (seats, door panels, headliner, carpet): $1,500-3,500.
- Insist on original color/grain — concours-grade restorations matter.
Reading a Quote
- Labor and materials separated.
- Foam density specified (HR35+ for seats, longevity).
- Fabric meterage with brand/code so you can verify pricing.
- Turnaround in writing (typical: 7-14 days for a 3-seater).