Project Description

Italy Industria Pizzetti Sofa Reupholstery in Bukit Damansara KL

Rocking recliner reupholstery is a meaningful way to restore an old chesterfield recliner sofa when the frame and mechanism are still strong. For this project in Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, the customer owned two units of Industria della Poltrona Pizzetti S.r.l. Italy rocking recliner sofas with chesterfield design. These chairs had been used for more than 30 years. However, they still carried great sentimental value for the family.

Before restoration of worn blue Italy reclining rocking sofa chairs by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL
Damaged Italy reclining rocking sofa chairs with footrest before repair by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL
Back view of Italy reclining rocking sofa chairs before structural repair by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL

30-Year-Old Italy Rocking Recliner Sofa Restoration

The customer did not want to replace these recliner chairs with new furniture. Instead, they wanted to keep the same familiar look. Therefore, Mr Sofa suggested a careful restoration using a similar blue fabric colour. This helped the chairs keep their original character while improving comfort and appearance.

Although the fabric cover was badly worn, the rocking and reclining mechanism was still working well. In addition, the main frame was still usable. However, the cushions had become soft and sagging after many years of daily use. Some parts of the sofa frame also needed repair and strengthening.

Why Reupholster Old Rocking Recliner Sofas?

Rocking recliner reupholstery is suitable when a chair still has a solid structure. Many older recliner sofas were built with strong frames and quality mechanisms. As a result, repairing them can be more practical than buying a new chair. Moreover, older furniture often has memories that cannot be replaced.

Reclining rocking sofa seat base with old springs before repair by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL
Internal spring and frame repair for reclining rocking sofa by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL

Repair Work Done by Mr Sofa

For this Bukit Damansara project, Mr Sofa removed the old worn fabric and checked the internal condition of both chairs. Next, we repaired the damaged frame section and improved the seat support. We also replaced the sagging cushion areas to make the recliner feel firmer and more comfortable again.

Reclining rocking sofa chair frame and mechanism repair by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL
Rear view of blue reclining rocking sofa chair during repair by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL

After that, we reupholstered the chairs with a similar colour fabric. This was important because the customer wanted the restored chairs to look close to the original design. The button-tufted backrest, padded armrests, seat cushion, skirted base and classic rocking recliner style were carefully maintained.

Keeping the Sentimental Value of Family Furniture

These two Italy rocking recliner sofas were more than just old chairs. They had been part of the customer’s home for over three decades. Because of that, the restoration focused on keeping the original look while improving comfort, support and durability.

With proper rocking recliner reupholstery, the customer could continue using the same beloved chairs instead of throwing them away. In addition, the restored recliners now look cleaner, feel more supportive and still match the memory of the original sofas.

Restored blue reclining rocking Italy sofa chairs after cushion and fabric work by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL
Blue reclining rocking Italy sofa chair after restoration by Mr Sofa in Bukit Damansara KL

Rocking Recliner Sofa Repair in Kuala Lumpur

If your rocking recliner sofa has broken fabric, sagging cushions, weak support or frame damage, Mr Sofa can help restore it. We provide recliner sofa repair, cushion replacement, fabric reupholstery and frame restoration for customers in Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur and nearby areas.

Restore Your Recliner with Mr Sofa

Mr Sofa helps customers repair and reupholster old recliner sofas, rocking chairs and sentimental furniture. Whether your chair is from Italy, Europe or a custom-made collection, our team can inspect the condition and suggest the best restoration method.