Traditional upholstery techniques are generally associated with antique furniture. Interiors and padding are made from natural materials like loose fibre stuffing such as coir (made from coconut husk) and horse hair. These require stitching into shape to create shape. This requires a lot more skill and time which in turn becomes more expensive than modern techniques.

The prices below are only a guide to give you an idea of what you might be expected to pay for traditional upholstery.