As corporations encroach on the spaces that used to be reserved for small businesses on the high street, an increasing number of traditional trades feel pressured to shut up shop.
Some local businesses are pushed out of their buildings, like Langley Records in West Molesey, which was forced to close its doors after Royal Mail decided to expand its branch of operations in the area.
Such is the fate of upholstery, a specialist art that’s been turned on its head thanks to stores like DFS and Buick. Local upholsterers have become a rarity.
But that doesn’t mean it’s an unpopular niche. Smaller, bespoke seating upholstery experts can reel in hundreds of pounds from a single job thanks to their specialised skillset.
One article from the Independent claims, “Craft upholsters tend to be self-employed or work for small businesses. Their work is far more varied and can range from working with a designer on bespoke pieces or renovating antique armchairs to re-covering office furniture.”
Handcrafted wonders
Medium range companies like Sofas by Saxon have prided themselves on their handcrafted bespoke sofas, while local suppliers tend to pitch their services towards affluent customers. These potential clients are known as ‘considered purchasers’, the type of people who’ll think long and hard about their big purchase before reaching into their pocket.
And to enjoy an exemplary upholstery experience, businesses need the best tools – including a high-quality upholstery glue.
We’ve got adhesives that are designed specifically for the upholstery trade, as well as any other joinery needs you might have.
The best of the bunch
Our favourite adhesives from the foam and upholstery range are:
Each of these glues has their own strengths, but all are versatile enough to suit almost any upholstery quandary. So if you want your specialist craft to stay extra-special, pick up an upholstery adhesive from us.
