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Rachael Ross Upholstery

Upholstering, Alterations/Sewing/Decorating, Furniture Refinishing and Repair

About us

So you have decided to give your old furniture new life. Great! The process to get a piece reupholstered is very simple. First, go to the Yardage and Estimates Page. Here you will see the amount of fabric you will need for your project, as well as the labor charge for upholstery. Second, select and purchase your fabric. I have listed a few local stores that sell upholstery fabric on the Fabric Locator page. (As I am always looking for good references to on-line or local fabric merchants, please email me if you have a good source to share. I would love to put it on the page!) Third, contact me by email or phone to schedule a time to pickup your project. I usually complete projects within 3-4 weeks of pickup and then deliver them back to you. Owner operated. No subs. Charges a flat rate. Travel charges may apply more than 20 miles from Columbus.

Business highlights

25 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Sewing, Reupholstering, Slip Covers, Pillows

Services we don't offer

Auto Upholstery, Tailoring, Alterations, Garment Making, Window Treatments, Wood Refinishing

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes


Accepted payment methods

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Reviews

4.986 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
87%
4
5%
3
2%
2
0%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.9
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 86 reviews

William R.
08/2017
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachael always does a great job on all my projects.
Description of Work: Pillows and cushions

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

ryan B.
04/2017
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
She gave a reasonable and quick estimate. Communicated effectively throughout the project and worked within our timeline. She completed the work quickly and expertly. We were very impressed.
Description of Work: Upholstered couch cushions

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

June O.
03/2017
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Great experience working with Rachel Ross from her first visit until I received the final product- excellent workmanship, care to every detail. Thanks so much!
Description of Work: couch cushions and upholstery

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Trisha M.
09/2016
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachael did a fantastic job! She picked up the ottoman from our house and delivered it when complete, all in the promised timeframe. It looks great and is so much nicer than any of the new ottomans I had looked at in stores. Based on our positive experience, I am hiring her make four new pillows. I highly recommend her and would definitely hire her for any upholstery needs.
Description of Work: Re-upholster a large square ottoman and a new pillow.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

ALICE J.
08/2015
1.0
alterations, upholstery
  + 0 more
I really tried to get hold of her numerous times, all via email. After seeing how thrilled people were with her services I contacted her via email from her website. She responded right away asking for pictures of the chair I wanted upholstered. I sent the pictures that day. No response. A week later I sent them again. I got a response saying she couldn't see the pictures. I sent them again, and I got an response a day later with an estimate which was very acceptable to me. I've sent her about three messages since then trying to arrange services and I've gotten no response. I honestly think she has bitten off more than she can chew. A simple "I can't do this for you now" would have sufficed. Now I've wasted a month on trying to find someone to work on my chair and have to start over.
Description of Work: Sent an estimate for upholstering a rocking chair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
5.0


Mavis M.
07/2015
1.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
I called on June 23, 2015 and left Rachael a message. She returned my call a couple of days later. I was thrilled to have someone who could make 3 new covers for my couch cushions. We set a time for her to pick up my cushion and material. I offered to drop everything off to her but she insisted on picking it up. We set a time of July 8,2015 between 6 and 7 p.m. I waited until after 8 p.m. and called. I left her a message. I waited until the morning of July 10,2015 and called her again. Again I left her a voicemail. It is now the evening of July 13, 2015 and no callback or even a message.
Description of Work: Nothing, she didn't show up for her appt. to pick up my material and cushion.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$450

Response from Rachael Ross Upholstery
Left message for [removed member's name] to rechedule due to delays in my relocation to a new shop. Her incoming calls to me were "private" number. This was an unfortunate miscommunication at a very inopportune time. Sorry [removed member's name], all clients are important to me.

June O.
05/2015
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
All turned out perfect and the fabric looked sensational the way she matched up the patterns- all work of high quality. The cushion was welted and zippered-nice detailing. The upholstery job was done within an acceptable time frame and she picked up and delivered the piece herself. I would highly recommend her services and her friendly, reliable, and professional demeanor. She is A+ all the way.
Description of Work: Reupholstered a wing back chair with linen printed fabric I provided to her and she made a new and thicker cushion for the seat, which I requested.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Monica C.
02/2015
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
It was a great experience. She was prompt on emailing me back to answer my questions. There was a delay of a few weeks before she could start because of other work she had but once she picked up the chaise, it was about 2.5 weeks till I got it back and she quoted 3 weeks. It looked wonderful! It was also great that she picked up and returned the item and I did not have to worry about transportation. THere was some changing of dates for pickup at the last minute because of a family emergnecy but she was great in communicating with me.
Description of Work: She reupholstered a chaise.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$575

Bobby P.
01/2015
5.0
alterations, upholstery
  + 0 more
I spoke to Rachael. She told me to purchase the fabric from JoAnn's for the seat. I disassembled the seat from the rest of the chair and took it and the fabric to Rachael. I was a bit shocked at how "common" her home looked. I suppose I expected sewing machines and fabrics draped across clotheslines. As Rachael took the materials, I felt a bit apprehensive. She told me when I could expect to have the product returned. When I returned, the upholstery job was gorgeous! My cat had vomited on the original white fabric, but still I purchased white fabric for the new job. It was flawless. I wasn't sure there would be enough material to cover the surface area, but there was enough to do the job and to cut the remainder fabric into two pieces and place on top of the seat to prevent my cat from repeating her behavior. When I arrived at Rachael's, I somehow had the price wrong. She wasn't home at the time, but she told her daughter via phone that I could simply pay her the other $5 on the next job. Instead, I sent her a thank you note and enclosed the $5. I would use her again in a heartbeat, and I gladly refer her to others if they don't mind doing some of the legwork themselves on the front-end of the job.
Description of Work: Rachael upholstered the seat of my cherry wood bedroom chair.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30

Jolene B.
09/2014
4.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Contacted to make a window seat seat cushion and pillows. After several back and forths had scheduled a time and date for pickup of the materials. She was a no- show with no call and no returned call when I reached out. Has subsequently contacted and informed of situation preventing contact which was unavoidable and is scheduled for later in the week.
Description of Work: Window Seat and Pillows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


Anita P.
09/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachael picked up the material along with the cushion to be covered at the scheduled date. She also returned the finished product to my residence once completed. She did a wonderful job on the seams and trim work. Very impressed with her work. I would definitely use her services again.
Description of Work: Gave Rachael material to cover window seat cushion along with cord trim and two matching pillows.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$95

Yvonne H.
08/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachael responding promptly. She was very easy to work with and she kept the lines of communication open. She delivered as promised. The chairs and ottoman were beautifully done. The finish work is excellent. The piping is flawless and the patterns line up exactly. I am overjoyed with her work and would recommend her services to anyone who is seeking excellence.
Description of Work: Two living room chairs and ottoman were upholstered including detailed stud nails around the perimeter of each piece.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,050

Leslie M.
02/2014
5.0
furniture repair
  + -1 more
Rachel is top notch. She is able to provide quality work for a very reasonable price.
Description of Work: I had her reupholster 2 vintage chairs and the job was well done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Stephanie C.
02/2014
5.0
furniture repair, upholstery
  + 0 more
Rachael was responsive and kept to the schedule for pickup and delivery. The recovered ottomans looked fine. No issues what so ever.
Description of Work: Recovered 2 ottomans

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$170

SHARON C.
01/2014
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachel is a skilled craftswoman and concerned with keeping her customer advised of any problems or delays. I recommend her highly.
Description of Work: Two chairs reupholstered, good work, good price, good service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Ardis H.
12/2013
4.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
The upholstery job was very nice, but the trim is pulling loose. Both Rachel and I were aware that the glue used to apply the trim might not hold. I am experimenting with other products to reapply this trim. The basic upholstery job was very well done.
Description of Work: Rachel picked up two chairs and reupholstered them in a vinyl faux leather.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

$500

DONNA W.
12/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachel picked up and delivered the pieces when completed. Her work is perfect. All seams are perfectly matched. She replaced the batting and the webbing. The chairs are just beautiful and look as though they are new, despite the fact that they are 20+ years old. Rachel is very easy to work with and honors requests. I provided the fabric and showed her which part of the pattern I wanted to see on the pillows. They came out just right! I gave her a "B" for punctuality because I had to leave a message twice, days apart, in order to get an initial call-back , and the chairs took longer than promised. However, I was willing to call again and wait for the finished product, given her excellent reviews on line. The results were well worth it! I plan on working with Rachel again in the new year and I would recommend her to anybody who is looking for a professional sewing or upholstery provider.
Description of Work: Reupholstered two large club chairs, reupholstered one large ottoman, sewed two decorative toss pillows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,105

William R.
10/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
This is the third time I have used Rachael. Every time has been a great experience. She came to pick up the chairs and returned them on time. Each time I have been more than satisfied with the results. I am planning my next project with her.
Description of Work: This time she reupholstered and refurbished two large arm chairs and a large ottoman with my fabric and made pillows from remnants I had. The first time I used her she reupholstered an old child's rocker with my fabric and created an heirloom.The second time she recovered a footstool with an old sheepskin.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

TIM M.
09/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
The workmanship is excellent and she had everything done in the 3 weeks she told me it would take. My husband and I are delighted with her work and I will definitely contact her with anything we need in the future.
Description of Work: Rachael made a 3" thick one piece bench seat cushion for our L shaped kitchen banquette. She also reupholstered 6 dining room chairs with new webbing and foam cushions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$377

ERIN D.
03/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachael was very responsive and easy to work with. She came and picked up the pieces to be re-upholstered and dropped them back off at my home. When she opened the rocking chair seat, she discovered that the springs inside were in terrible disrepair. She took the time to send me photos so that I could understand what the issue was, and was quick to provide several options for how to proceed. I was very pleased with the work performed, and highly recommend her to others.
Description of Work: Re-upholstered the cushion of an old rocking chair, and re-covered the seat of a piano bench.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Glenna B.
02/2013
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
She was very prompt in her response to our inquiry, and when we agreed upon doing the service, her ability to pick up and complete the work in a short time was excellent. Her price for this service was much more reasonable than her competitors. We are very pleased with the quality of her work and would use her services again and gladly recommend her to others.
Description of Work: Rachael Ross reupholstered a sofa for us.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$575

Mary H N.
12/2012
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Rachel reupholstered a loveseat that had been broken using the original fabric. I was very pleased. Previously she reupholstered my dining room chairs and did an excellent job.
Description of Work: Rachel reupholstered a loveseat that had been broken using the original fabric. I was very pleased. Previously she reupholstered my dining room chairs and did an excellent job.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Floyd S.
12/2012
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
I called and left a voicemail inquiring if Rachael could do the type of work I was asking for. I was called back within the hour and was informed that she would do it. Was also given an estimate for the work which I thought was on the low side. We decided on a time to drop off the cushion and there were no issues in dropping it off or picking it up. She did have quite a bit of work already in progress and I was told she would get it to me as soon as she could. I believe I waited a week which was fine with me as I was in no hurry. The quality of work was very good. She basically had to take the cover apart and redo everything including the zipper and piping to shorten it. The price was a little more than quoted but I figured it would be once she seen the amount of work involved. I still thought it was a very reasonable price. I was very pleased with the quality of the work and would not hesitate to use Rachael again.
Description of Work: Shortened a sofa cushion from a long end piece to a standard size cushion. The cushion was for a long end piece of a sectional and I needed it shortened as I did not purchase the long piece of the sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$75

Patricia R.
11/2012
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
The service and value were excellent. We were in the middle of a renovation and she kept the sofa for additional time so it would be returned when the room was ready. The work was superior and I loved the fact that her service is the work--not making profit off of fabric. She told us the amount to buy and suggested fabrics that would work with pets and high use. She suggested ways for us to cut costs and still have quality fabric. I would recommend her service and use her again.
Description of Work: Rachel picked up, reupholstered and returned a sofa.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$575

Patricia T.
11/2012
5.0
upholstery
  + -1 more
Mrs. Ross recommended purchasing fabric from Joanne's with a 40% off coupon from the newspaper. That really saved me a lot because upholstery fabric is expensive. She came to pick up the chair and later brought it back on time. I am very pleased with her work.
Description of Work: Rachael Ross upholstered a living room chair for me.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$425

Contact information

188 W Lakeview Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Rachaelrossupholstery.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

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Service Categories

Upholstering,
Alterations/Sewing/Decorating,
Furniture Refinishing and Repair

FAQ

Rachael Ross Upholstery is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Tuesday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Wednesday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Thursday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Friday: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

Rachael Ross Upholstery accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, Rachael Ross Upholstery offers free project estimates.
No, Rachael Ross Upholstery does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Rachael Ross Upholstery does not offer a senior discount.
No, Rachael Ross Upholstery does not offer emergency services.
Yes, Rachael Ross Upholstery offers warranties.
Rachael Ross Upholstery offers the following services: Sewing, Reupholstering, Slip Covers, Pillows
Auto Upholstery, Tailoring, Alterations, Garment Making, Window Treatments, Wood Refinishing

Contact information

188 W Lakeview Ave, Columbus, OH 43202

Rachaelrossupholstery.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed