Approximate cost to reupholster sofa?

I am considering reupholstering my sofa. I realize the cost may be about the same as a new one. The cushions are down and are in good condition. The sofa is about 8 years old. What is the approximate cost? The measurements are 72" W, 30" H, 38"D. I think. Is it best to just take the sofa in and pick out the fabric? Just trying to get an idea of what I am going to spend.

Answers:
If you can go to a discount fabric store and buy the yardage of fabric you love, you can save tons on the job. Make sure you find a reputable upholsterer who will guarantee his work. Definately try the tech schools as noted above - a great idea that saves so much!

Other answers:
Hard to say, exactly, because fabric prices vary so much. Depending on the pattern and matching, it may take 20-25 yards. Then there's the cording, tacks and all that rot.. Even though you think the cushions are in good condition, they might not be and may need to be re-stuffed.

Prices for labor vary greatly too, depending on where you live. You could pay about $2000 to have it reupholstered by a professional.

Another choice would be to see if theres a local tech school that offers reupholstery classes. Someone in it might be looking for a project or if you have the time you can do it yourself.
Hard to say, exactly, because fabric prices vary so much. Depending on the pattern and matching, it may take 20-25 yards. Then there's the cording, tacks and all that rot.. Even though you think the cushions are in good condition, they might not be and may need to be re-stuffed.

Prices for labor vary greatly too, depending on where you live. You could pay about $2000 to have it reupholstered by a professional.

Another choice would be to see if theres a local tech school that offers reupholstery classes. Someone in it might be looking for a project or if you have the time you can do it yourself.
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