: materials (such as fabric, padding, and springs) used to make a soft covering especially for a seat
Example Sentences
an old chair that needs new upholstery He learned upholstery from his father.
Recent Examples on the WebThe device works to lift away messes from a slew of surfaces, including carpets, upholstery, and car interiors. Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 7 Sep. 2022 Food spills, pet messes and dirt stains from normal wear and tear can make carpeting, upholstery, even the interior of your car look dirty and worn. Carolyn Forté, Good Housekeeping, 23 Aug. 2022 Sofa upholstery: Brunschwig & Fils Ventron Woven in Aqua. Marni Elyse Katz, House Beautiful, 8 Aug. 2022 The MagicPro is a powerful tool for cleaning and refreshing drapery, upholstery, bedding, tablecloths, stuffed toys, and other heftier fabrics as well. Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2022 Robert Stilin is known for effortlessly combining crisp, clean architecture with custom upholstery, antique and vintage furniture, and modern and contemporary art. The Editors Of Elle Decor, ELLE Decor, 1 June 2022 The lightweight vacuum is perfect for cleaning up small messes and comes with accessories to target upholstery, rugs, and car interiors. Amy Schulman, PEOPLE.com, 14 May 2022 The forest-green sofa has velvet upholstery, with work by Tatteredamelion, a Denver company. J.s. Marcus, WSJ, 9 Aug. 2022 Furthermore, A-Line says everything from the decking to the upholstery will be tailormade by hand to satisfy the most demanding clients. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 Apr. 2022 See More
Word History
Etymology
Middle English upholdester upholsterer, from upholden to uphold, from up + holden to hold