Wednesday 29 July 2015

How to Refurbish Wooden Footstools?

Footstools are a very important part of any house and have a number of uses. But as this is a delicate piece of furniture, it very easily gets damaged. Sometimes, its hind legs broke or leather cover gets torn and needs to be replaced for safety issues. But if you are unable to part with the nostalgic memories that the ottoman footstool and you have shared, you can fix it back easily. There are many bespoke furniture designer who can fix your priced possession in three steps. The various ways in which your favourite tool can be refurbished are listed down below. Have a look and get inspired:

Inspection

The first step is the estimation of the damage. There could be plenty of reasons due to which a footstool could have been put to rest. Some of the very common reasons are as follows:

•    The fabric cover is torn
•    The leg is broken
•    Termite attacks and so on.

The furniture maker first inspects the footstool and will accurately tell you to what extent he can mend the same. If the damage is beyond repair, he may advice you to condemn the same.


Estimation

The next step in the repair of old footstool is estimation where in your wood worker tells you how much it will cost to repair the beloved stool. It includes the material cost as well as labor. Sometimes you may wish to enhance the design feature by including a storage set up. All this will be covered under estimation section. 

Execution

Once you approve the estimation, the designer starts to create magic on the footstool. You can select to replace the old fabric with a latest and new design, material etc. You can choose to change the legs design or the wood to create a sturdier footstool. Now-a-days most of these furniture designers are online and their website offers a plenty of options like choosing the appropriate fabric for cover, choosing the wood for legs, cushions under each leg, storage or non –storage model etc.  Based on your selection the stool or pouffe is designed and delivered home.

If you also have a large ottoman footstool and you have a strong intention to repair the same all you need to do is to contact an expert footstool designer and give him the entire responsibility to repair and mend your tool. In case your stool needs to be replaced fully, you can get a desirable stool designed by them within your budget.

Friday 10 July 2015

How To Choose The Perfect Ottoman In Leather?

An ottoman in leather can be a stunning addition to your living room or any other room at home as it is a versatile furniture piece. You can pair with the chair or keep it close to the couch for your guests. The ottoman in leather cal not only looks ravishing but can also serve different purposes. If you have plans to choose the perfect ottoman then make sure that you have several factors in mind such as size, type, budget, colour etc.

Considerations while purchasing an ottoman

Make sure you follow the considerations discussed below to choose the best ottoman.

•    Set a price range for the ottoman: You must have a specific price range for the ottoman. The price tends to differ based on the functionality you are looking on it and the upholstery materials used. You can visit the products at some furniture stores in your locality or browse the site of a popular furniture company to know about various ottoman types and its price range. Once you decide on a budget then stock within that range while purchasing the ottoman. 
•    Colour is an important choice: If you have modern furniture at home that has black glass over it like a dining table then go for black ottoman to complement the colour scheme. If you wish to team up with the traditional décor of your home then opt for the ottoman in brown leather or to compliment the antique look of the room. You can find leather based ottoman in distressed leather design, aniline leather, suede leather and nubuck leather options.
•    Size of the ottoman: Always consider the width, height and diameter of the ottoman footstool based on the way you wish to use it. If you intend to slide the ottoman in a corner or next to a couch or beneath the high table, choose the size after measuring the space available there. This would help you stay assured that it would fit the space available in a perfect way. Also think how the ottoman will look in the room when placed near the furniture by visualizing in your mind.

As soon as you are clear with the needs and requirements then the next thing is to check for the best reputed seller for ottoman in the market. You can also compare the prices of ottomans with the price quoted at another site to buy it at the best price.