Howard's Custom Upholstery - is a family owned and operated business, founded by Saul Rosenthal over 40 years ago. Saul named the company after his son Howard, who is now the proprietary owner. For as long as we can remember, our family has always enjoyed helping individuals and families create the interior design of their dreams.
Our dedication to our decorating services has allowed us to become the reputable company we are today. It all began as a small one-man operation that handled strictly dining and kitchen chair re-upholstery. Over the span of 40 years our business has expanded to incorporate almost every type of upholstery such as window treatments, custom table pads, and furniture repair and construction.
Our dedication to our decorating services has allowed us to become the reputable company we are today. It all began as a small one-man operation that handled strictly dining and kitchen chair re-upholstery. Over the span of 40 years our business has expanded to incorporate almost every type of upholstery such as window treatments, custom table pads, and furniture repair and construction.
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Furniture
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Have a problem spot in your home that you feel requires a special piece of furniture? You don't have to go crazy looking in dozens of furniture stores and catalogues for the piece you envision. Instead, call Howard's with a description of your 'dream furniture' and magically your vision will become a reality.
Draperies
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At Howard's Upholstery in Brooklyn, NY, we have created and installed a vast collection of casual and formal window treatments in hundreds of different shades, patterns and styles. We do not just to draperies! Howard's Upholstery also creates beautiful custom valances, cornices and shades, as well as swags and jabots.
Slip Covers
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When it comes to quality custom furniture slipcovers, expect the best from Howard's Upholstery in Brooklyn, New York. We know you take pride in the look of your home, which is why we only offer the best products available. Once you pick out the perfect furniture for your entire house, finding the right slipcovers is an important next step.
Upholstery
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The team at Howard's Upholstery has more than four decades of experience providing furniture upholstery services to residents throughout New York City. We have a large selection of custom slip covers available, including both fabric and plastic options. We also specialize in furniture restoration, working on everything from tables to couches.
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Reviews (10)
Susan Gunther
Apr 05, 2022
Howard is unprofessional and can't keep up with the demand. My parents are elderly sand swore by him years back. I emailed, and also used the website to get in touch with him. He told me twice he could do the job (a couch redone over, and some new cushions). I called and left messages. I texted him a couple of times. He was supposed to come on a Tuesday (this was to confirm on a Monday), he didn't even remember booking the job and asked me what the urgency was (he said it would take six to eight weeks) because he had bigger jobs.
Justine Marie
Jun 16, 2021
Maria Davantzis
Jan 19, 2021
Carla Belisario
Jan 15, 2021
I would Highly recommend Howard's Upholstery. The work is impeccable and the material and color is exactly what I had in mind for my accent chair. The details of the piping all around the chair is better than what was originally on it. Howard was honest on what kind of material would work best for my needs, helped me decide on the perfect shade to match my current furniture and answered all of my questions/texts. I appreciate the pick-up and drop-off service as well! Will be using them again for future projects. Thanks again Howard!
Apoling Solutions Natalie Gorlenko
Jun 07, 2020
Before making a decision to hire Howard and his team to reupholster few pieces of my aunties furniture (circa 1870' -1890's), I called few different places in Brooklyn and Staten Island. No one was able to provide me with either with proper assistance or estimation. I was about to give up and leave my furniture as it was - smelly, with ugly stains and wood base falling apart.
I found Howard's company on Google. As the others before. From the first short conversation, I knew he was the one I was to work with. Reassuring and knowing exactly what he was talking about, Howard provided me with the estimation, valuable advise on what it was needed to be done to preserve the pieces for future generations and offered reasonable price. Mr. Howard gave the second (?) life to my Victorian chairs and a foyer bench.
I must say I had no knowledge on upholstery and furniture restoration and was doing this for the first time in my life. Thus, I was thinking that my antiques need just new fabric and they will be just fine - fine for admiring them - I could not practically use them because they looked like they will fall apart if you do. Straight to the point: Howard reinforced the wood frames (not sure I am using the right word), replaced the springs (?) and changed the fabric. Howard and his craftsmen transformed my pieces from the inside and out and lacking life antique furniture turned into stunning something that one can USE, admire and enjoy. Thank you, guys.
I found Howard's company on Google. As the others before. From the first short conversation, I knew he was the one I was to work with. Reassuring and knowing exactly what he was talking about, Howard provided me with the estimation, valuable advise on what it was needed to be done to preserve the pieces for future generations and offered reasonable price. Mr. Howard gave the second (?) life to my Victorian chairs and a foyer bench.
I must say I had no knowledge on upholstery and furniture restoration and was doing this for the first time in my life. Thus, I was thinking that my antiques need just new fabric and they will be just fine - fine for admiring them - I could not practically use them because they looked like they will fall apart if you do. Straight to the point: Howard reinforced the wood frames (not sure I am using the right word), replaced the springs (?) and changed the fabric. Howard and his craftsmen transformed my pieces from the inside and out and lacking life antique furniture turned into stunning something that one can USE, admire and enjoy. Thank you, guys.
Nancy Boissy
Apr 01, 2020
Thank you Howard for the fabulous job on my 6 dining room chairs and especially before/during/after the 'pandemic'. My old chairs look and feel like new now and I just love the fabric. I appreciate the pick up and drop off service too. Excellent workmanship, quality and prices. Definitely recommend Howard's Upholstry!
Ashli Edwards
Jun 21, 2019
Howard's Custom Upholstery was absolutely an amazing experience! The two old chairs Howard upholstered and restored were impeccably done. The workmanship and professionalism was astounding. I would recommend this service to anyone who appreciates details in craftsmanship. Thank you Howard for bringing our chairs back to life!
Lauren Wills
Jun 18, 2019
Richard Ferrara
Jun 24, 2017
My experience was excellent. Howard came to the house with samples and I was able to select a color using the natural light of the room where the reupholstered chair would live. Pick up and delivery were easy with Howard in attendance both times. The final result is beautiful - exceeding my expectations - workmanship excellent. The appearance of the entire room has changed for the better!
Elaine Litwack
Mar 23, 2017
Howard was awesome! He was not only able to accommodate our tight time frame but was flexible when our timing changed. The craftsmanship on all three pieces is outstanding. The loveseat he reupholstered has been in my husband's family for years and has never looked so good. Howard even took the time to recondition the wood frame. Highly recommend!