What is another word for upholstering?

Pronunciation: [ʌpˈə͡ʊlstəɹɪŋ] (IPA)

Upholstering is the process of covering furniture with padding, fabric, or leather to give it a new look or to repair it. There are several synonyms for the word "upholstering" that can be used interchangeably, such as reupholstering, recovering, refurbishing, or renovating. These words all refer to the act of changing the upholstery of a piece of furniture to enhance its appearance or functionality. Whether you're looking to revive an old sofa or an antique armchair, these synonyms can help you find the right word to describe the process of bringing your furniture back to life.

What are the hypernyms for Upholstering?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Upholstering

As she did so, her eyes fell on the small clock, neatly encased in the leather upholstering of the carriage just in front of her.
"A Manifest Destiny"
Julia Magruder
Ethel might be a remarkably clever and capable woman; he knew perfectly well that she was just as able with her fingers as her brain, and did nearly all the upholstering and dressmaking of the household in her evening free time; but wasn't she just a little superior and self-satisfied also - just a little unkindly indifferent to the monotony and dulness of her young sister's existence?
"Winding Paths"
Gertrude Page
"She doesn't like the upholstering of the best chairs," he said at last.
"Project Gutenberg, Deep Waters, by W.W. Jacobs"
W.W. Jacobs

Related words: upholstery fabric, upholstered furniture, upholstery supplies, fabric for upholstery, upholstery tacks, upholstery cleaners, upholstery foam, upholstery nails

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