Business Details
Expert Upholstery Services in Glasgow
Tom Watson Upholstery has been delivering expert upholstery and furniture restoration services across Central Scotland for over three decades. Founded by Tom, who brings extensive industry experience from roles with leading furniture manufacturers and retailers, the business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. We specialise in reupholstering sofas, chairs, and commercial seating while offering leather repair, deep cleaning, and bespoke fabric solutions.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of British Standard-compliant materials and our personal service approach, where Tom oversees every consultation and project. With a home-based workshop eliminating overhead costs, we provide competitive pricing without compromising on craftsmanship. Our services extend to residential and commercial clients, including caravan and gym equipment refurbishment, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse upholstery needs.
Services
Upholstery
Reupholstery
Leather Repair
Sofa Makeover
Commercial Seating
Highlights and features
- We offer free consultations and quotations with Tom directly
- Our team has over 30 years' experience in upholstery and restoration
- We use British Standard-compliant fabrics and materials
- We provide on-site gym equipment reupholstery with minimal disruption
- Our personal service ensures Tom oversees every project personally
Associations and certifications
- BS 5852
What people say
First class service
Brilliant transformation
We love it
Delighted with it
Total transformation
Services
Upholstery
We provide comprehensive upholstery services for residential and commercial furniture. Our skilled craftsmen handle all types of fabric, leather, and vinyl, offering both traditional and contemporary solutions. Clients benefit from our extensive material selection and commitment to preserving furniture value while enhancing comfort and aesthetics.
Leather Repair
Our specialist leather repair service addresses scuffs, cracks, and tears in all leather types. Using professional-grade products, we restore leather surfaces to like-new condition while maintaining their natural characteristics. This service extends furniture lifespan and maintains its luxurious appearance through expert cleaning and conditioning treatments.
Sofa Makeover
This comprehensive service transforms tired sofas through internal refurbishment and fabric replacement. We replace springs, webbing, and padding while offering bespoke fabric choices to match modern interiors. The process combines structural reinforcement with aesthetic upgrades, delivering both comfort restoration and style enhancement for long-lasting results.
Commercial Seating
We specialise in reupholstering seating for bars, hotels, and restaurants. Our durable material selection and on-site capabilities ensure minimal business disruption. The service includes frame repairs, fabric replacement, and matching pelmet/curtain creation, helping commercial clients maintain professional environments while extending furniture investment longevity.
Caravan Upholstery
Our caravan and motorhome upholstery service restores interior comfort and aesthetics. We replace or upgrade seating foams and fabrics using durable materials suited to mobile environments. This specialist service combines traditional techniques with practical solutions to enhance living spaces in recreational vehicles and holiday homes.
People
Tom Watson
Owner & Lead Upholsterer
With over 30 years' experience, Tom established his upholstery business after working with major furniture manufacturers and retailers. He personally oversees all consultations and projects, ensuring quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction through his expert knowledge and hands-on approach.
Questions
What upholstery services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive upholstery services including sofa and chair reupholstery, leather repair, structural frame repairs, foam replacement, and bespoke fabric solutions for residential and commercial clients.
Do you serve areas outside Glasgow?
Yes, we cover Edinburgh, Lanarkshire, West Lothian, and all Central Scotland. Our mobile service allows us to work on-site for commercial clients across these regions.
What's involved in your sofa makeover process?
Our sofa makeover includes internal refurbishment with new springs, webbing, and padding, followed by complete fabric replacement using premium materials to restore comfort and appearance.
Can you repair damaged leather furniture?
Yes, we specialise in leather repair for all types including aniline and pigmented leather, addressing scuffs, cracks, and tears while restoring the leather's natural lustre.
Do you offer commercial upholstery services?
We provide specialist commercial upholstery for bars, hotels, restaurants, and gyms, including on-site reupholstery of seating and fitness equipment with minimal business disruption.
What quality standards do you follow?
All our fabrics meet British Standards BS 5852, and we use professional-grade materials and techniques to ensure durable, long-lasting upholstery solutions for all our clients.
