Upholstery Lesson

To select high-quality upholstered furniture, decorator Sue Pelley says to begin with the part of the furniture you never see - the inside construction. Look for hardwoods throughout, sinuous springs, eight-way hand-tied coils, and double-doweled, glued and screwed corners. These are the marks of exceptional internal construction and are essential elements for maximum strength.

Cushioning options are usually selected based on personal preference; so if a softer, more cushy "seat" is desired, down cushions would be the answer. For a firmer seat, various styles of foam cushioning could be selected.

Finally, inspect the fabric pattern to certify that it is matched throughout the piece.

Resources
Divine Design: Decorating Den's 25th Anniversary Collection
by Carol Donayre Bugg
Decorating Den Interiors, August 1994
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Guests
Sue Pelley
Senior Vice President, Decorating Den Interiors
Website: www.decoratingden.com
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•	Upholstery Lesson