Detailed cost breakdown for reupholstering a sofa in the Reno-Tahoe region — labor, fabric, fills, hardware, and what affects total price.
One of the first questions every client asks: "What will it cost to reupholster my sofa?" Honest answer: most sofa reupholstery projects in Reno-Tahoe in 2026 land between $1,200 and $3,500, with the median around $2,000–$2,400. Here's the full breakdown.
| Component | Typical range | % of total |
|---|---|---|
| Labor (strip, frame, springs, upholster) | $700–$1,800 | 40–55% |
| Fabric (12–18 yards) | $400–$2,000 | 30–55% |
| Fills (foam, padding, dacron) | $80–$220 | 5–8% |
| Hardware (springs, webbing, thread) | $40–$120 | 3–5% |
| Pickup & delivery | Free (Reno-Tahoe) | 0% |
A 7-foot three-seat sofa is the standard reference. Larger pieces (apartment sofas, tuxedo sofas, oversized) need more fabric and more labor. A small loveseat might be 60% of the cost of a standard sofa; a 10-foot sofa might be 140%.
This is the biggest variable. A budget polyester might be $25/yard; a luxury performance velvet runs $80–$150/yard; designer specialty fabric can hit $200+/yard. Same labor either way.
If your frame needs reinforcement or your springs need re-tying, add $100–$400 depending on extent. An eight-way hand-tied spring restoration adds $400–$700.
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