Revitalization in Upholstery Industry

Fabric Showcase, established in 1974, specializes in furniture reupholstery. General Manager Andrew Bodjanac, a third-generation upholsterer, grew up around furniture. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mr. Bodjanac to discuss the business.

“Growing up in my dad’s shop, an upholsterer was the last thing I wanted to be,” says Andrew. “Working directly with clients and seeing the transformation of an old piece of furniture into something beautiful opened my eyes to the beauty of the trade.”

 Q:  Is it more expensive to reupholster?

Bodjanac:  It depends on your budget and standards of quality.  Typically, your older furniture was made with much higher standards than the furniture you find at big-box furniture stores. There was a time when companies manufactured well-made furniture with coiled springs, quality foam, and hardwood frames; it's very rare to find a sofa with that quality foundation at a discounted price.

Q:  Why reupholster?

Bodjanac:  Most of my clients choose reupholstery because they have a piece of furniture that fits their space well; the style suits them and they want to customize the piece. Having a custom piece of furniture with a fabric of your choosing creates a piece of your own that only you have.

Q:  What sets Fabric Showcase apart from the rest?

Bodjanac:  Our quality and attention to detail is paramount, but our customer service is what sets us apart. We offer complimentary in-home consultations where we quote the project and present the customer with a wide variety of fabric samples.  We are a “one-stop shop,” offering free pick-up and delivery, wood refinishing and caning services.

Q: What does Fabric Showcase offer the Cleveland area?

Bodjanac:  We acquired Fabric Showcase in 2006. Then, the recession hit and it didn’t discriminate!  I think everyone went through a tough time, but we stayed true to our values and knew that if we made it through the recession, we could be successful. Since 2010, we have seen at least a 20% increase in sales each year and, personally, it feels great to be a part of a revitalized industry that’s seeing a resurgence. More people need to realize the potential this city has!

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Volume 2, Issue 4, Posted 9:12 AM, 10.02.2014