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Leo's Furniture & Upholstery

7106 W Higgins St
Chicago, IL 60656 773-774-1464

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We have literally had dozens of pieces of furniture reupholstered or refinished... - May 13, 2023

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John's Upholstery

6319 N Central Ave
Chicago, IL 60646 773-631-6165

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Wonderful work as always - Jun 28, 2024

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Ken's Upholstery

22771 Citation Rd #D
Frankfort, IL 60423 708-444-4401

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Honest, reliable, and very helpful. Large assortment of colors & fabrics.... - Feb 14, 2020

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Paul's Upholstering

9408 W 143rd St
Orland Park, IL 60462 708-460-5191

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They did a good job on my antique chairs. - Jun 20, 2024

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Mike & Sons Upholstery

4201 Main St
Skokie, IL 60076 847-328-0230

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They have a good customer service - Jul 03, 2024

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Freer Interiors

7319 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60645 773-465-1300

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Hehn Custom Upholstery

4544 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60076 847-324-4891

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Fine work, can't tell the difference - Jun 15, 2021

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Universal Upholstery

853 W Dundee Rd
Wheeling, IL 60090 847-537-8009

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Brookfield Upholstery

9222 Ogden Ave
Brookfield, IL 60513 708-387-9333

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They were wonderful about ordering the material I wanted, but the prices seemed... - Jul 07, 2021

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Montoya Upholstery Shop

4003 Golf Rd
Skokie, IL 60076 847-329-0480

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Chase's Upholstery

29W130 Butterfield Rd #101
Warrenville, IL 60555 630-393-1640

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Alan's/Mario's Upholstery & Designer

10403 W Cermak Rd
Westchester, IL 60154 708-492-0605

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