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I have a vintage sofa that was given to me after my Grandma passed. It has amazing lines, but the upholstery leaves much to be desired. With a large extended family, we are tough on furniture. What is the best fabric to use that is both classic and will stand up to a lot of wear?
~ René
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Hey René,
I'm so happy to hear that you've decided to keep your grandmother's sofa and make it your own! Reupholstering a vintage sofa is a great way to get a custom look without the custom price, while also getting to hold onto something that's already meaningful to you. I picked up my grandfather's 8 foot long sofa last weekend and I'll be doing the same thing.
