If you've ever looked at a tired old chair and thought, "I could fix that", you're not alone — and you're in the right place. Across Australia, there's a growing interest in upholstery and furniture restoration, especially as more people look to reclaim traditional skills that are becoming harder to find.
Whether you’re a beginner wanting to upcycle furniture at home or someone pursuing upholstery as a trade, there are fantastic courses and workshops around the country to help you get started. At Home Upholsterer, we’ve compiled a directory of upholstery courses by state to help you find one near you.
But once you’ve enrolled, the next question is: what do you need to get the most out of it?
What You'll Need to Get the Most From Your Upholstery Course
Many courses provide basic equipment, but having your own tools and materials — especially for at-home practice — can make a big difference. That’s where we come in.
We supply everything you need to build confidence and complete your upholstery projects, whether you're attending a workshop or working on your first DIY piece at home.
🧰 Start With the Essentials:
- Upholstery Tools: Staple removers, tack lifters, magnetic hammers, webbing stretchers, and more.
- Foam Cut to Size: Perfect for replacing sagging cushions or building new ones from scratch.
- Upholstery Fabrics & Vinyls: Choose from canvas, velvet, vinyl, leather and more.
- Adhesives & Fillings: Everything from Dacron fibre wrap to spray glue and crumbed foam.
Whether you're restoring a mid-century armchair, building bench seating, or working on an automotive or marine project, we’ve got the materials and advice to help you get it done.
Already Teaching Upholstery?
If you’re a course provider or running your own workshops, we also offer bulk pricing and trade support. Our Sydney warehouse holds extensive stock ready for fast Australia-wide delivery — so you can count on having what you need, when you need it.
Learn It. Make It. Upholster It.
Taking a course is a great step — but turning your new skills into results? That’s where the right supplies make all the difference. Shop online with Home Upholsterer to get foam, tools, and fabrics delivered to your door — ready for your next DIY project or training session.
👉 Browse our upholstery supplies or get started with cut-to-size foam