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San Marcos Cal 92078
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Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Hardwood Furniture Frames

This is a hardwood sofa frame , you don't see plywood it's solid hardwood alder
this type of frame will last for decades and can be re upholstered many times .
This is not something you throw away , you can it for years because it will last for years. This is what La Costa Upholstery can make for you.
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Engineered Wood




If you are in the market for a new sofa or chair and you see that it's made with engineered hardwood , ask what is engineered hardwood ? Some companies  are using this term to describe they furniture . And saying " it's made by pressing thin layers of solid wood together . So it's plywood they don't say what type of wood , pine , oak , birch? we don't know. But it's plywood , not the best wood to make furniture frames out of. Engineered hardwood is a fancy name for plywood.
La Costa Upholstery can make you a solid hardwood sofa  with real springs
give us a call 760-744-1360


This is engineered wood - plywood
This is a hardwood sofa frame , you don't see plywood it's solid hardwood alder
this type of frame will last for decades and can be re upholstered many times .
This is not something you throw away , you can it for years because it will last for years. This is what La Costa Upholstery can make for you.
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Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Upholstery Fabrics




Next year is right around the corner and we are looking forward to it. With lots of great new fabrics for both in door and out door upholstery.
If you are looking for fabrics that the outlets just don't have visit out showroom . You'll see thousands of fabrics that you can only see at a sample showroom like ours. We are always getting in new books so if you haven't been in for a while come by and see what's new. And get over 40 years of experienced help  in the upholstery industry for FREE. 

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Furniture Upholstery







With all the new tech gadgets that entertain us that make our lives easier and faster . La Coast Upholstery offers something that is old fashion , craftsmanship.
What we do isn't automated , it's not mass produced and it's not one of a
million.  What we do " done by hand " with over 40 years of experience .
 We only use the best products in our shop , the best foam that lasts for years
not months . Polyester thread , nylon zippers and the high grade poly fill, to ensure your furniture lasts for years. We don't cut corners we do the extras to make sure your project is done right and that you'll come back and have us do your next project.
Visit our showroom  at 1635 South Rancho Santa  Fe Road in San Marcos
760-744-1360

Monday, November 13, 2017

Recover for the Holidays




The Holidays are coming soon and it's not too late to get the house looking great. If the seats of your dining chairs need to be reupholstered or the family room sofa needs new foam in the cushions come by we can help. We can make our upholstered furniture new again . And we can breath new life into those flat and uncomfortable cushions.

Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Not All Fabrics are the Same





Not All Fabrics are the same When looking for fabric to re upholster your furniture there are many places to look , upholstery shops , outlets and on line. When looking on line you can find places that say they have the fabric in stock but they have to order from the same sources as the rest of us. They don't have a where house full of fabrics. And the prices and stock information is not always up dated ( they don't have time to do that , the information could be years old). The out lets may have what looks like the same fabrics that an upholstery shop has and to a lower price. But it's often not the same , the fiber content can be different the weight and thread count ( remember when you buy bed sheets the more threads the better they wear). Come in to our showroom and get the beat fabrics for your project and over 40 years of expertise

Monday, November 6, 2017

Why Re Upholster your Old Furniture?




Recover or Reupholster?

If a sofa or chair is in good shape on the inside and all it needs is a fresh new fabric on the outside, that'srecovering. When a piece needs work on the inside, either partially or totally (new webbing, re-tied springs, new fillings, re-cushioning) that's reupholstering. Both are the province of the upholsterer, marine fabricator or auto trimmer.
The upholsterer works from the frame, up... much the way the furniture maker does. So, if your old piece has a good frame, there's some significant initial saving to be had. Using modern materials with traditional skills can provide you with results that are even better than the original. In the hands of a good professional, you can get a full measure of value for your money, and quality that's hard to match.
Reupholstery or restoration is one of the few professions in the domain of the hand skills that is alive and well in the assembly line age. So, if you have a lumpy old sofa, or a frayed chair that's beginning to shed its stuffing, take another look before dismissing it as a "has been". It could be the beginning of a beautiful new piece. This recycling of quality furniture will bring much pleasure in seeing a fashionable new piece bounce back out of the old one.
If your old sofa (or chair) frame has stood up for ten years or more, it's probably good or it wouldn't have lasted that long. Good frames don't wear out. Over the years a good wood frame has jumped 100% OR MORE IN PRICE.

Hardwood, The Key to a Quality Frame

Good frames are made of hardwood - oak, maple, ash, alder or mahogany. These woods are strong and enduring and the upholsterer can tell them by their weight. They're heavy! That's why salespeople will often lift up one end of a sofa when showing it to a customer. They are indicating a quality feature of the furniture, which is the frame's weight. You can do some testing yourself by lifting pieces similar to your own and comparing to see how they feel


Hardwood Chair Frame

Friday, November 3, 2017

New foam for Furniture Cushions




If you feel that the cushions on your furniture need some help , have they gone flat , lost too much down or feel lumpy , we can help . They may need to have all new foam , maybe just add some fill to them .
We do this all the time , if your fabric still looks good and you don't want to replace the whole piece just bring in the cushions and we can make them feel new again

La Costa Upholstery

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

What to look for When Buying New Furniture

When shopping for furniture here are some things to look out for so you can make a good choice.
Jerry says " there is down in the pillows" that doesn't mean they are down pillows . They are made with poly fill and a small amount of feathers added in so they can say " down pillows ".
The problem is the feather stick to the poly fill and get lumpy , then look and feel cheap.
One more thing is " leather seating" , that means  is that the seat  back rest and arm rest are leather and the rest of the furniture is vinyl or recast leather .
The leather may hold up to wear but the vinyl or recast fails and starts to peel  or split .
Be informed , know what to look for when you are ready to spend a lot of money .
The phase " buyer beware" is very true

Friday, October 20, 2017

Chenille Upholstery Fabrics



If you are considering re upholstering a sofa or chairs and what a fabric that soft durable and easy to maintain , look at Chenille s .
We have many to choose from in all price ranges. When we get in new samples we check them to see how well they will wear and if they will hold up to sun light and pets . With over 40 years in the upholstery trade we have seen a lot . We know from experience and often see the same customers
over those 40 plus years and asking them how they furniture has held up .
We have a good incite of fabrics and how they preform.
Stop by and see our great selection of in door and out door fabrics
 

Thursday, October 19, 2017

Fire pit Cushions

Hi
It's Fall in San Diego and soon the temperatures to fall , but we can still enjoy our
out door spaces . If you have a fire pit , outdoor TV or just a wonderful seating
space and are looking to beautify with cushions and pillows see what is new
in outdoor fabrics. La Costa Upholstery has lots of new Sunbrella , Out Dura
and Perennials Fabrics

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Upholstery Fabrics On Line




When it comes to looking for fabric to do your upholstery project.
Knowledge is king , and finding someone who can guide you to the right fabric for you
project will make all the difference .

It's not just what you like in color or pattern but also will that fabric wear well , will it fade
will it hold it's shape on the family room sofa ? Or is it going to fail in a year or two ?
There  are many thing to consider when you are spending a good amount on something
you would like to last .

The on line stores are only there to sell you fabric , they don't  have the years of experience
of  do upholstery work , they don't know fabrics will wear in the real world.
Only a person with years in the upholstery business will have that.
You may have heard " how do you get to be expert at something " repetition.
For 38 years La Costa Upholstery has be doing furniture upholstery.
We have seen it all and we know what fabrics will preform best for you,
we are not here to sell you just any fabric

Monday, September 18, 2017

Mid Century Modern Fabrics @ La Costa Upholstery



If you are looking for fabrics that have that mid-century modern look , we just got more sample books from RM CO CO and Barrow Fabrics . There are great geometries Textures , solids and prints.
Visit our showroom for the largest selection of upholstery fabrics 
in North County

Monday, August 21, 2017

Leather Chairs



Leather is making a come back , if you have a great chair or sofa and want a classic look that feels like your grand dads favorite chair . Come in to La Costa Upholstery and see our leathers

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Slip covers by La Costa Upholstery

Are you are try to hide your furniture? If you love the feel and shape of your sofa or chairs but just need a break from the fabric try slipcovers . They are a great way to get two styles out of the same furniture. They can be seasonal , permanent or just for fun.

Friday, June 30, 2017

Summer is Time for Patio cushions

Fourth of July is almost here. It's time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather. Make sure your patio is ready and get your patio cushions recovered by La Costa Upholstery. We have hundreds of Sunbrella Fabrics and Perennials Fabrics to chose from 
This are simply the best fabrics for out door use.




Fourth of July is almost here. It's time to get outside and enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather. Make sure your patio is ready and get your patio cushions recovered by La Costa Upholstery. We have hundreds of Sunbrella Fabrics and Perennials Fabrics to chose from 
This are simply the best fabrics for out door use.

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Memorial Day after Sale On Upholstery Fabrics at La Costa Upholstery

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to relax  and enjoy yourself with family and friends, not waste you weekend shopping. But come in to La Costa  Upholstery on Tuesday May 30 and see all the great fabric samples to get in every week.
Sunbrella and Perennials out door fabrics
Pindler and Pindler , Greenhouse  Fabrics , Kravet Fabrics  Robert Allen  Fabrics  Duralee Fabrics
 and many more .And when you have your upholstery work done by La Costa Upholstery
you'll be getting over 40 years of experience  and expert advice  at no extra cost.
There is no substitute for experience

Friday, March 24, 2017

Re Cycle your Furniture

Re Cycle your Furniture
Save the planet and recycle your furniture , Re upholstery the furniture you have it's better made that most of the furniture you can buy today.
Jerry's   , Living Spaces and Mor's sofas and chairs are not made with hardwood frames and
steel springs. Most of they' s are particle board and elastic straps not springs. And they don't
hold up to ever day use . A couple of years and they are ready for the land fill.
Save the planet and re upholster the best made sofa and chair you can get , your own

Upholstering for 38 years in North County

This is our 38th yeas in business come in and see why we have been in business so long. Great fabrics selection and great craftsmanship

Friday, February 17, 2017

New Fabrics

Were getting new sample books from Greenhouse fabrics with great new colors and patterns, Floral prints are coming back with coordinating solids and small patterns

Monday, February 6, 2017

We fit Furniture Cushions



If you have a sofa or chair from Jerome's , Living Spaces , you may have send that the cushions aren't holding up very well and need help.
We can replace the foam in the cushions with high quality Nimbus foam and poly fill wraps  to make them better then new.
One way furniture stores can sell sofas for $ 300 to $ 700 is by using the lowest cost foam they can get and give you a 1 year warranty.  Then telling you that they won't cover anything even it's been
1 day over a year.  We can make your back cushions better by adding more poly fill too
  Call La Costa Upholstery  or come by and see the foam we use and compare it to what the furniture
stores are selling

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Upholstery for Dental Offices

La Costa Upholstery does dental dental exam chairs , x ray chairs , assistant chairs  and
waiting room furniture . We have the vinyl samples  and the expertise .

Cushion for your Firepit

If you have a fire pit in your backyard and are looking for cushions La Costa Upholstery has all the fabrics you would need to make your backyard great for entertaining. Sunbrella , Perennials and many more. Visit our showroom or we can come to your home

Tuesday, January 3, 2017

Upholstery Shops in San Marcos

Happy New Year ,
We are starting our 37th year in business , 1979 when we opened seems so long ago. No e-mail ,internet, Facebook , personal computers, smart phones and not very much traffic on the 5 or 15.
One thing that hasn't changed is that upholstery work is still done by skilled craftsmen and women . We still do that at La Costa Upholstery with any eye for detail that makes re upholstering your furniture something we take pride it. Come in and see what we do .
New furniture isn't made to last , keep that older sofa and chair and have it recovered .

Upholstery your Furniture

Happy New Year ,
We are starting our 37th year in business , 1979 when we opened seems so long ago. No e-mail ,internet, Facebook , personal computers, smart phones and not very much traffic on the 5 or 15.
One thing that hasn't changed is that upholstery work is still done by skilled craftsmen and women . We still do that at La Costa Upholstery with any eye for detail that makes re upholstering your furniture something we take pride it. Come in and see what we do .
New furniture isn't made to last , keep that older sofa and chair and have it recovered .