Cotton. Cotton is an excellent choice for upholstery fabric, as it doesn't fade quickly and can withstand general wear and tear. The fabric is also one of the most affordable choices out there, and it offers supreme comfort.

A heavy-duty synthetic microfiber will be the most stain-resistant and easiest to care for, so it's an excellent choice for often-used sofas or chairs. Still, high-thread-count cotton will have enough durability for less-frequently used seating in a formal dining space.

The average chair can easily take eight (8) to fourteen (14) hours labor to upholster. Average labor time on the average sofa to remove and replace the fabric is appoximately sixteen (16) to twenty two (22) hours. To remove and replace a coil spring seat will take approximately for(4) to eight (8) hours.

Upholstery is the work of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers. The word also refers to the materials used to upholster something.