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Custom upholstery is the answer when a piece has good bones but the fabric has seen better days. Whether it’s a sofa with a solid hardwood frame, a set of dining chairs that just need a fresh look, or boat seats that have taken too many seasons of sun and saltwater — reupholstering gives you a result that new furniture from a big-box store simply can’t match in quality or customization.

We handle indoor upholstery, outdoor and patio furniture upholstery, and marine and boat upholstery across Southeastern North Carolina, including Hampstead, Wilmington, Surf City, and the surrounding communities. Every project starts with a real conversation about what you need, what will hold up in your space, and what fabric makes sense for how that piece gets used.

Your Boat Deserves Better Than Cracked Vinyl

The Intracoastal Waterway runs right through this part of North Carolina, and the boating community here is serious about their vessels. Cracked, faded, or torn boat seats aren’t just an eyesore — they affect the comfort and value of a boat you’ve put real money into.

Marine upholstery is a specialized category, and the materials matter enormously. Standard vinyl and fabric don’t hold up in a saltwater environment. We work with marine-grade materials engineered specifically to resist UV fading, moisture, mildew, and the kind of constant wear that comes with life on the water. Sunbrella marine fabrics have been the standard for boat enthusiasts for over 50 years — and for good reason. Marine vinyl is built to stay flexible, resist pink staining, and handle both fresh and saltwater without breaking down.

If you’re on the ICW, near Topsail Island, or anywhere along the coast, we can restore your boat’s interior to the standard it deserves — using materials that will actually last.

COASTAL WINDOW FASHIONS IN NC

At Coastal Window Fashions, we are experts in offering a diverse selection of window treatments suitable for any size, be it for residential or commercial spaces. Our commitment lies in delivering exceptional products at the most competitive prices. Rest assured, with us, your projects will be seamlessly executed on schedule, and we guarantee a flawless outcome every time!

Patio Furniture Upholstery, Southeastern North Carolina

Southeastern North Carolina is hard on outdoor furniture. The combination of intense UV exposure, year-round humidity, and salt air means standard patio cushions often don’t make it through a second season before they’re faded, mildewed, or falling apart. Most manufacturer warranties don’t cover mold or mildew damage — which means that replacement cost lands entirely on you.

Reupholstering with the right performance fabric changes that equation. Solution-dyed acrylic fabrics hold their color because the dye goes all the way through the fiber — not just coated on the surface. They’re breathable, quick-drying, and resistant to the mold and mildew that thrive in humid coastal climates.

Whether you have a patio sectional, a set of lounge chairs, or outdoor cushions for a screen porch, we’ll walk you through the fabric options that make sense for your space and your climate — and do the work right so you’re not back at square one next spring.

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Absolutely the best experience. Our first meeting he helped me with information on the window treatment. Sal was able to give me a quote right on the spot. The pricing was very fair and the quality of work was exceptional. Sal under promised and over delivered. My wife and I are very happy with our experience.

Very fair and reasonably priced. Responsible, good job. He installed a skylight shade. No need to shop around, hire Sal! The "out-of-town" company based in California quoted me over $900 while Sal quoted me a little over $300, so 1/3 of the cost of the competitor. Excellent, brand-name materials.

Sal was awesome! Gave me recommendations, measured the same day and installed my blinds upon delivery. He was great! I?m hoping to use them again soon!

Courteous, knowledgeable, went the extra mile to make sure I was pleased with the window treatments.

I absolutely love my new blinds! Great customer service, value, and selection - would highly recommend again!

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Very professional and confident he can get the job done. Price was fair and the products are excellent

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Custom Upholstery FAQs

Common questions about our Custom Upholstery services

Is it actually worth reupholstering furniture, or should I just buy new?

It depends on the piece — and that’s an honest answer. If the frame is solid hardwood and the furniture is well-constructed, reupholstering is almost always the better call. Quality sofa reupholstery costs significantly less than buying a comparable new piece, and the result is a level of craftsmanship and customization that mass-produced furniture can’t touch. Where it gets more complicated is with lower-quality pieces where the frame itself is compromised. That’s part of what we assess before any work begins — we’ll tell you straight whether a piece is worth restoring or whether your money is better spent elsewhere.

What type of fabric should I use for outdoor furniture in Southeastern North Carolina?

This is one of the most important questions you can ask, and the answer matters a lot more here in Southeastern North Carolina than it would somewhere drier. The coastal climate — high humidity, intense UV, salt air — destroys standard outdoor fabric fast. We recommend solution-dyed acrylic fabrics like Sunbrella for most patio applications. The color is saturated at the fiber level, not applied to the surface, which means it holds up against sun and moisture without fading or breaking down. These fabrics are also breathable and quick-drying, which directly reduces mold and mildew — the most common problem we see with outdoor cushions in this region.

How much does furniture reupholstery typically cost?

The honest answer is that it varies, and fabric choice is the biggest variable. Most furniture pieces require somewhere between six and twenty yards of fabric depending on size and style, and fabric can range from around $10 per yard on the low end to $200 or more for premium options. Labor costs depend on the complexity of the piece. For outdoor patio furniture, reupholstery typically runs $200 to $700 — significantly less than replacing a quality outdoor set. For sofas and larger pieces, costs go up, but so does the value of the outcome. The best way to get a clear number is to reach out and let us take a look at what you’re working with.

Do you offer boat upholstery for vessels on the Intracoastal Waterway?

Yes — and marine upholstery is a meaningful part of what we do here in Southeastern North Carolina. The ICW runs right through this region, and the boating community takes their vessels seriously. We use marine-grade materials specifically engineered for the saltwater environment — UV-stabilized fabrics and vinyls that resist fading, cracking, moisture, and the kind of wear that comes from regular time on the water. Standard upholstery materials simply aren’t built for a marine environment, and using the wrong fabric is a mistake that shows up fast. We’ll make sure the materials we use are right for your boat and where you take it.

Do I need to bring my furniture to your shop, or do you come to me?

We come to you — and that’s not just a convenience, it’s genuinely the better way to make fabric decisions. Choosing upholstery fabric in a showroom under controlled lighting is a completely different experience from seeing it in your actual home, next to your existing furniture, in the light your room actually gets. Our shop-at-home service is free, and we bring a full range of fabric samples so you can compare options in the space where the finished piece will live. It removes the guesswork and makes it far more likely that you’ll be happy with the result from day one.

How do I know if my furniture frame is in good enough condition to reupholster?

That’s exactly what we check before any work starts. A professional upholstery job begins with a thorough inspection of the frame — looking for structural damage, loose joints, broken supports, or anything else that would compromise the finished piece. If we find issues, we’ll tell you what they are and what it would take to address them. In many cases, frame repairs are straightforward and well worth it. In others, the damage is too significant to make restoration practical. Either way, you’ll get a straight answer before any fabric is cut or any money is committed. We’re not in the business of doing work that isn’t going to hold up.

Why We’re The Best Choice

We Come to You

We bring fabric samples directly to your home — free of charge — so you can choose in your actual space with real lighting and context.

Fabric Selection and Consultation

We walk you through the options that fit your piece, your use, and your climate — no guessing, no decision paralysis, no wrong choices.

Professional Upholstery and Finishing

We inspect the frame, address any structural issues, and complete the upholstery work — so the finished piece is built to last, not just look good on day one.

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