Mal ,'Bushwhacked'
Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
Sounds like a reupholstery job would yield a pretty different chair with much of the objectionable element gone -- you could also make up a matching ottoman, if you're going that route.
Getting a ballpark price estimate would be the first step -- you might find that it would cost a whole lot less to get a new one, although finding the solid wood construction might be pricey...
There's an upholsterer here who offers small classes where people work on projects under her supervision, and it's not all that expensive.
Oh Dana! I am so sorry to hear that news. I do hope one of you finds something awesome soon that does not require moving.
It costs as much or more than a new couch.
Unfortunately this has been my experience. Finding a class or some other more reasonable option might be possible.
The scales are actually tipping toward new chair, but I'll do the pricing, just to be sure. Thanks for the input!
I think I'd find someone who will appreciate the chair to give it to, and buy a new one that works for both of you and has a matching ottoman.
One thing I'm having to learn is that just because a piece of furniture is wonderful doesn't mean it has to keep living in my house. stares at awkward coffee table
Nice sword, Gud!
I'm sorry about the job loss, Dana. Job~ma to you and your DH.
I believe a nearby community college here offers upholstery classes where they let you bring in projects. My neighbor was thinking of taking one, because she'd have direction and access to equipment that might make things easier. Might be worth looking into community colleges in your area, Beverly.
I think the structure of that chair would make reupholstery worthwhile. No new chair will have the same quality of construction.
I have been thinking about doing a tuck-and-roll on my midsection.
Compressed-air staple-guns are handy.
Yikes, Dana. Scary times.
That sucks, Dana. I'm sorry. I guess at least he's getting out of a misery-making job.
Compressed-air staple-guns are handy.
Tools for DIY surgery could be an up-and-coming market in the United States. With medical care becoming more and more expensive, there's sure to be a demand for tools to help with doing your own medical procedures.