The upholstery bible: complete step-by-step techniques for professional results

1. Tools and materials: Basic tools ; Webbings and springs ; Materials ; Stuffings, fillings and foam ; Coverings and linings ; Textiles ; Trimmings

2. Techniques: Stripping ; Webbing ; Springing ; Working a sprung edge ; Preparing a hessian base ; First stuffings ; Stitching an edge ; Second stuffings ; Planning your fabric cuts ; Attaching new coverings ; Deep buttoning ; Vandyking ; Shallow buttoning ; Making single and double piping ; Making box cushions ; Finishing the chair ; Close nailing and adding a nail strip

3. Types of furniture: Dining chairs ; Stuffed over-seats ; Armchairs ; Nursing chairs ; Wood frames ; Settees ; Chaise longues.