Exotic Living Room Inspirations from Morocco

May 10, 2016 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Furniture Reupholstery Can Give You the Custom Look Fallen in love with the Moroccan look? With the right living room furniture and accessories, you can easily transform your home to show off this desired look. Come to the Carrocel fine furniture showroom for expert decorating advice and some truly unique pieces of furniture. We can show you how to capture that vibrant and exotic look. You can also take advantage of our expert furniture reupholstery service for a quick and stylish makeover. 5 Tips on Decorating Your Living Room in a Moroccan Style Moroccan living room décor is rich, vibrant and mystical. Here are some tips from the decorating experts at Carrocel to help you achieve the style that you ...

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Add Spring Colours to Your Living Room

March 27, 2016 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

With High-End Furniture Reupholstery Thinking about freshening up your living room décor with spring colours? Furniture reupholstery is the way to go! Reupholstering an existing sofa or accent chairs can help you achieve the look you want without buying new furniture. How to Select Your Furniture Reupholstery Material Be careful with colour and pattern: While colour might be the main reason for the change, select your shade and pattern with care. Remember you’re going to have to live with it for a long time. So don’t go out on a limb and try a new trend that you will tire of soon. Avoid large prints for a very small room as they create a closed-in feeling. If you have children ...

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How to Find the Right Furniture Reupholstery Service in Toronto

February 27, 2016 BY Carrocel Interiors | 2 Comments on How to Find the Right Furniture Reupholstery Service in Toronto

Dos and Dont's for Furniture Reupholstery Furniture reupholstery is an art. For this reason, you must select your upholsterer with great care. After all, the quality of workmanship impacts the finish as well as the lifespan of the furniture you are having redone. Our experts have outlined some important dos and don’ts for you to keep in mind. DO… Look for an experienced furniture reupholstery service. Skill develops with years of practice. The number of years spent in the business is one way to determine the quality of work you can expect. Examine the level of specialization. Especially if you intend to have vintage or antique furniture reupholstered. These items require special care and work experience. An upholsterer who works ...

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Should You Reupholster Your Love Seat?

June 28, 2015 BY Carrocel Interiors | 1 Comment on Should You Reupholster Your Love Seat?

You adore your loveseat, but it just does not work in your home anymore. Whether the fabric is worn and torn or the style does not match your new design, sometimes reupholstering is all it takes to save the furniture you love. At Carrocel high end furniture store, we know that not all loveseats can be reupholstered. So, you need to know how to spot a reupholstering-worthy piece and also decide if it’s worth the cost and hassle to begin with. Is Furniture Reupholstery Worth It? You will want to compare the costs of replacing the loveseat versus using a furniture restoration service, like Carrocel high end furniture store. A brand new loveseat can cost anywhere from $300 to as much ...

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Consider the Craftsmanship of Professional Furniture Reupholstery

May 10, 2015 BY Carrocel Interiors | 4 Comments on Consider the Craftsmanship of Professional Furniture Reupholstery

Most consumers do not realize the costs or the benefits of furniture reupholstery. If you have an outdated piece of furniture or just an item that needs its upholstery refreshed, there are a few things you will want to consider; most importantly, whether or not you should invest in a professional doing the job for you. A Quality Piece Requires Quality Furniture Reupholstery If you have a well-built piece of furniture or even a vintage furniture piece, it is something that is worth investing in. From droopy seat cushions to torn fabric, these degrade the value of your furniture. While you could reupholster them yourself, if it does not hold or is done incorrectly, you will not add any value. ...

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Debunking Common Myths For Antique Furniture Restorations

October 18, 2013 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Fine antique furniture that has not been properly cared for in a while can show visible and ugly signs of wear and tear. Sometimes even pieces that receive regular cleaning can exhibit indications of damage due to one careless accident such as a spilled drink or a bad bump. You may feel that you need to have the piece brought in for fine furniture restoration, but often there are many things you can do yourself. It is imperative, however, to ensure that your method for cleaning and restoration will not have any unintended side effects. Some Myths About Antique Furniture Restorations: Some DIYers swear by oil and vinegar. Preparing a solution of the two supposedly helps to repair the old ...

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