Do you ever wonder how your pricing measures up to other upholsterers? Would you like to know how pricing in Wichita differs from pricing in San Diego? Are you thinking of offering a new service and curious about the going rate?
The survey should only take about 10 minutes to complete, and you can add or edit your responses as often as you like until the survey closes.
This survey is open to US-based upholsterers only.
Volunteer with the National Upholstery Association!
Volunteers are the heart of our organization. Our board and committees are composed of unpaid volunteers - small business owners, manufacturing professionals, and upholstery students - who are all passionate about supporting and advancing the field of upholstery. The NUA needs more volunteers - it's as simple as that. Most volunteer positions only have a time commitment of 2-3 hours per month. Please consider becoming an NUA Volunteer - learn more here.
Thought Leadership
The NUA's Webinar Committee collates fresh content every month to highlight the expertise of our community and to enrich our members with tools, skills, and resources.
Webinars
The NUA holds webinars on the second Tuesday of every month at 1:00pm ET. Here's what we have planned next:
Holiday Upholstery Gift Ideas
Tuesday, November 8th
1:00pm EST
Gifts for yourself and gifts for your favorite upholsterer with Rhonda Shanahan and Nancy Sargent! PLUS all webinar participants will receive an exclusive discount code for 10% off all NUA shop merch through November.
Members - Check your November 1st emails for registration information!
Wood Conservation with Kevin Southwick
Tuesday, December 13th
1:00pm EST
Over the past twenty-five years, Kevin Southwick has honed his understanding of finishes, applications and methods which have been published in several woodworking magazines. His webinar will address frame repairs before upholstering, and strengthening wood to hold staples or tacks, and many more valuable tips for the upholsterer.
Members - Watch your emails in November for registration information.
The Importance of Traditional Skills When Mastering Upholstery with Upholstery Education's Iain Stephens
Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 1:00pm EST
Iain Stephens has more than 26 years of experience and has taught all levels of the AMUSF. He is one of several Master Upholsterers teaching for Upholstery Education. He has extensive experience in both traditional and modern upholstery techniques and will focus this webinar discussing how the marriage between the two are vital.
Members - Watch your emails in December for registration information.
By Monica Rhodes, NUA Volunteer and Owner of Monday Wash Furniture
An Interview with Glenn McAllister of Fortner Inc. on expanding and hiring within the evolving landscape of upholstery service, training and employment.
Inaugural NUA Sponsored CWC Pre-Event: Feld Trip to Colonial Williamsburg — In Review
We sponsored a trip to Colonial Williamsburg where we learned about historic upholstery, soft furnishings and the preservation of historic furniture pieces. The curation staff lead a personalized tour enjoyed by our attendees!
Save the date! We hope to see you all at the Custom Workroom Conference October 2-4 2023 at the Sharonville Convention Center and Hyatt Place Hotel in Cincinnati, Ohio.
National Upholstery Frame Business Workshop 2022
Offered by North Carolina State University Wood Products Extension
Thu, November 10, 2022
9:00am – 4:00pm EST
Conover Station Building
403 Conover Station Southeast
Conover, NC 28613
A one day workshop that focuses on the design and manufacturing of upholstery furniture frames-business and design topics are covered.
Furniture Study Talk, The Pursuit of Comfort Upholstery in America
In this special-topic speakers consider traditional upholstery techniques and materials, from 18th-century reindeer hide to 20th-century textiles produced for the furniture design firm Knoll.
The NUA was founded in 2019 to inspire a rebirth of the upholstery profession. Our mission is to work together to support and advance the field of professional upholstery. Membership benefits include Continuing Education, Networking, Member's Only Resources, and more.
