7 Areas That Are Perfect for Tufted Upholstery
Explore the classic beauty of tufted upholstery which can be used to accentuate the decor of your home
Tufted upholstery can be incorporated on different types of furniture and surfaces to create a classic design style which can easily blend with modern, transitional or traditional decor. Tufting is the method of stitching layers of fabric, leather or leatherette and the underlying filling into distinct geometric patterns where the raised sections are called tufts. The various tufting styles include diamond tufting, biscuit tufting, button tufting, blind tufting and channel tufting. Take a look at the popular areas that make a great choice for tufted upholstery.
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D Swift has used fuchsia-pink buttons and cushions to provide sharp contrast to the cerulean-blue tufted sofa. The diamond tufting offers extra cushioning and makes it comfortable to use.
Note: One drawback of using tufted upholstery is that the buttons may become loose and come off over a length of time. Also, food and dirt particles have the tendency to get trapped within the tufting and are difficult to clean.
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Note: One drawback of using tufted upholstery is that the buttons may become loose and come off over a length of time. Also, food and dirt particles have the tendency to get trapped within the tufting and are difficult to clean.
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Just see how Liz Williams Interiors has introduced a turquoise tufted chaise longue against the backdrop of a large window, which creates a good inside–outside connect.
2. Headboard
Imagine Living has used magenta velvet upholstery to design an upholstered headboard that forms the showstopper element of this all-white bedroom. The best part about a tufted headboard is that it offers very good cushioning and is very comfortable when sitting up in bed.
Imagine Living has used magenta velvet upholstery to design an upholstered headboard that forms the showstopper element of this all-white bedroom. The best part about a tufted headboard is that it offers very good cushioning and is very comfortable when sitting up in bed.
In this bedroom, The New Design Project has used channel or vertical tufting to give a modern and elongated look to the headboard. This style of tufting can also be used for creating horizontal stitched lines.
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3. Chairs
The purple tufted chairs breathe life into the room and impart a luxe look to the minimalist decor by Last Detail Interior Design.
The purple tufted chairs breathe life into the room and impart a luxe look to the minimalist decor by Last Detail Interior Design.
4. Wall panelling
Tobi Fairley Interior Design has used tufted wall panels, which add a lot of texture and match with the upholstery material of the dining chairs. The crystal chandelier takes the decor to a whole new level.
Tobi Fairley Interior Design has used tufted wall panels, which add a lot of texture and match with the upholstery material of the dining chairs. The crystal chandelier takes the decor to a whole new level.
In this home theatre by Santana Interiors, the tufted wall panels combine with the ornate moulding and cornice to impart a regal look. The tufted walls also function as an acoustic shield which is used for soundproofing the room.
Compass Design, LLC has strategically introduced two upholstered wall sections, which add texture and work as backrests for the chaise longues.
5. Ottoman
Elad Gonen has introduced tufted leather on an oversized ottoman that provides extra seating and matches with the design of the sofas.
Elad Gonen has introduced tufted leather on an oversized ottoman that provides extra seating and matches with the design of the sofas.
Building Concepts and Design has used midnight-blue tufted upholstery for the circular ottoman, which is in sharp contrast with rest of the furniture and the overall decor of the space.
6. Doors
In this vintage style home bar Designs by Craig Veenker has used upholstered door panels that impart a formal look and add an element of softness to decor.
In this vintage style home bar Designs by Craig Veenker has used upholstered door panels that impart a formal look and add an element of softness to decor.
Here in this nursery, just see how CD Interiors has introduced matte-finish tufted panels on the wardrobe door, which contrasts with the glossy white cabinets.
7. Accent furniture
Image Living has used fire-engine-red tufted upholstery on the back of this oversized seat back and further enhanced its throne-like look by topping it with a coronet.
Image Living has used fire-engine-red tufted upholstery on the back of this oversized seat back and further enhanced its throne-like look by topping it with a coronet.
In this example Lea Bassani Design has combined white tufted upholstery with golden sinks and faucets to impart a chic look to the vanity units.
Read more:
8 Ways to Mix-and-Match Upholstery in Your Living Room
A Guide to Different Types of Tufting
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Have you used tufted upholstery for the furniture of your home? We would love see it. Do share images in the Comments section below.
Read more:
8 Ways to Mix-and-Match Upholstery in Your Living Room
A Guide to Different Types of Tufting
Tell us:
Have you used tufted upholstery for the furniture of your home? We would love see it. Do share images in the Comments section below.
The traditional tufted Chesterfield leather sofa has a timeless appeal which softens the overall look of this modern living room by De Meza + Architecture.
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