The Furniture Upholsterer Development Program aims to teach participants upholstery and repair techniques, equipping them with the skills to provide high-quality and aesthetic upholstery services in the industry.
The training is for professional development purposes, and the certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate in trainings where the MYK authorization certificate is mandatory.
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Introduction to Furniture Upholstery
- What is furniture upholstery?
- The role and responsibilities of an upholsterer
- Structure of furniture and its components
- Types of upholstery materials (fabric, leather, foam, wood, etc.)
- History and evolution of upholstery techniques
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Material Knowledge and Selection
- Different types of materials: Fabric, leather, microfiber, faux leather, etc.
- Material selection: Functionality and aesthetic harmony
- Durability and maintenance of different fabrics
- Characteristics of upholstery fabrics: Washability, wrinkle resistance, stretch, color fading
- Cutting techniques for upholstery materials
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Basic Upholstery Techniques
- Fabric stretching, cutting, and sewing techniques
- Cushion filling and surface preparation
- Attaching and securing upholstery fabrics
- Button, zipper, and decorative techniques
- Upholstering different types of furniture (sofas, chairs, armchairs, etc.)
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Repair and Restoration Techniques
- Furniture repair: Wood and metal component maintenance
- Reupholstering and restoring old furniture
- Fabric replacement and repairing worn-out parts
- Repairing broken parts in chairs and sofas
- Cushion and pillow filling restoration
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Aesthetic and Design Skills
- Color and pattern coordination in upholstery
- Stitch patterns, color choices, and texture coordination
- Creating functional and aesthetic designs
- Upholstery designs for various furniture styles (modern, classic, retro, etc.)
- Custom upholstery designs based on customer requests
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Health and Safety in Upholstery
- Safety measures in upholstery workshops
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) (gloves, glasses, etc.)
- Safe use of machinery and hand tools
- Proper disposal of waste materials
- Protection from loud machinery noise
The training is open to corporate collaborations, and individual applications are not accepted. The training content can be re-planned based on the corporate participant profile and your specific needs. Following mutual discussions, the scope and method of the training (In-person, Online) will be determined, and the related processes will be completed. If an agreement is reached, the suitable dates and times for your institution's participants and our instructors, as well as the location of the training, will be determined.