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Dee Cee Upholstery & Interiors

4.9

428 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 09:00–17:00
  • Monday 09:00–17:00
  • Tuesday 09:00–17:00
  • Wednesday 09:00–17:00
  • Thursday 09:00–17:00
  • Friday 09:00–17:00
  • Saturday 09:00–13:00
  • Sunday - Closed

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Apr 2020

About

We would like to introduce you to Dee Cee Upholstery and Interior’s World of Comfort.
Established in 1978, we are one of the South’s leading experts in Upholstery and Rise and Recline Mobility Chairs.
Partner in Dee Cee Upholstery, Derek Caplen, became the youngest master Upholsterer in the UK at the tender age of 21, and by the age of 43 he had become the youngest Fellow of the Association of Master Upholsterers for his outstanding contribution in training young people, and dedication to the A.M.U. and Soft Furnishers.
As suppliers of award winning, quality Rise and Recline Mobility Chairs, we are acknowledged experts, recommended by occupational therapists, physiotherapists and healthcare professionals, and are approved specialist suppliers to local councils and the NHS.
We have also won local and national awards for exceptional customer service.
We are experts in quality Re - upholstery, we cover the Southampton and surrounding locations. A service that will leave you sitting comfortably.

What we do

  • Upholstering

  • Furniture repair and restoration

  • Disability and mobility

    • Powerchairs
    • Rise and recline chairs
  • More Services

    • antique re-upholstery
    • re-upholstery
    • upholsterers

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We had a Lloyd Loom style chair re-upholstered in a bright and modern fabric which we were absolutely delighted with. Customer service was excellent from the start to completion. We would highly recommend Dee Cee upholstery and we will most definitely use again.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 14/03/2026 , work completed 09/03/2026
The trader replied (on 16/03/2026)
Our customer from Totton The Lyoyd Loom style chair was about 65 years old and in need of stripping down to base frame. It was re-upholstered up to the Calico lining stage before being recovered. To finish off the chair was complemented with braid trimming.
Bench cushions for window seat
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I'm really pleased with the bench cushions that Derek made for my window seat. The whole process was easy and straightforward from quote to delivery. Derek is a first class upholsterer with a lovely manner. My cushions were ready in 10 days. Thank you Derek and Dee Cee upholstery.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 14/03/2026 , work completed 12/03/2026
The trader replied (on 16/03/2026)
Our customer from Bassett We needed templates to work from to produce the tailor made window seat cushions. They were box piped and fitted with zips. Thank you for your business and kind words.
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The seat cushions on my bed settee were getting tired and needed to be replaced. I washed the loose covers and took them them to Dee Cee Upholstery to be refilled. As I no longer drive, I took the bus which was very easy as the bus stop is practically outside the shop. I was given a very competitive price for the work, and was told that the finished cushions would be delivered free of charge. As the shop was recommended to me, I was happy to pay in advance to save paying on delivery. I was especially grateful that the refilled cushions were delivered, I would never have managed them on the bus and that saved an expensive taxi fare. The work was completed ahead of the agreed date, and the cushions delivered as arranged with no issues. I am really happy with the work done. Now I need to get my armchair done, and will be going back to Dee Cee Upholstery in due course.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 18/02/2026 , work completed 17/02/2026
The trader replied (on 23/02/2026)
Our customer from Shirley was recommended to us. Sheila wanted a really firm cushion which she chose after trying different densities from our Goldilocks Room. We look forward to your return for your other cushion. Thank you for your business.
Redo dining chairs
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Excellent speedy service and great workmanship. Chairs all match and are much more comfortable. Chairs dropped back to the house.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 05/02/2026 , work completed 05/02/2026
The trader replied (on 09/02/2026)
The 4 Edwardian dining chairs were stripped back to the frame, re-sprung and re-upholstered in customer own material. We supplied the gimp trimming to finish the job. Thank you for your business.
My old multi York 2 seater was worse for wear and Derek did such a fantastic job that I think it's better than ever.
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I was having building work done and Derek kindly collected sofa so it wasn't in the way of the builders. Also the sofa was ready before the work was completed and Derek kindly held on to sofa until the flooring had been done. The finished item is superb. So comfortable. I was so happy that I bought another on gumtree for Derek to reupholster to match this one. Absolutely over the moon with the job
Customer in Southampton Posted on 04/02/2026 , work completed 19/01/2026
The trader replied (on 09/02/2026)
It's great to get such nice feedback on the Which Trusted Traders review website where we have over 400 positive testimonials.
Reupholster 4 Dining Chairs
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Contacted Dee Cee Upholstery to get 4 dining room chairs reupholstered. They were very good with their communications and workmanship to sort our chairs out to meet our needs. Professional business and were efficient. Cannot fault them in anyway and will recommend them to others.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 03/02/2026 , work completed 27/01/2026
The trader replied (on 16/02/2026)
The 4 dining chairs were in need of complete re-upholstery. They were stripped out to the seat frames and re-padded with fire retardant foam. Our customer comment “cannot fault them in any way” was rewarding.
Two fireside chairs
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I have two Cintique fireside chairs I inherited from my parents. They were in an exceptionally bad state after 72 years of constant use. Dee Cee have recushioned and reupholstered them and they are now as good as new. I received very friendly, courteous and punctual service.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 29/01/2026 , work completed 27/01/2026
The trader replied (on 16/02/2026)
The chairs were completely stripped out and re-upholstered. We used fire retardant foam. The showood frames were stripped and re-polished. The fabric chosen was a Burgundy Velvet and the backs were buttoned. Our customer joked they should last another 72 years.
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I needed my kitchen chairs reupholstered. Dee Cee did an excellent job very promptly and at a very reasonable price.Always a nice, friendly firm to do business with.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 26/01/2026 , work completed 22/01/2026
The trader replied (on 16/02/2026)
The kitchen chairs were completely re-upholstered in stock beige faux leather. Which our customer said the work was reasonably priced and always a nice friendly firm to do business with.
Reupholstery
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We had four sofa cushions reupholstered by Dee Cee Upholstery and are very pleased with the work. The job was done with great care and attention to detail, and the foam quality used is excellent. The cushions are now very comfortable to sit on and have really improved the overall feel of our sofa. A professional and reliable service—would happily recommend Dee Cee Upholstery to others.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 26/01/2026 , work completed 20/01/2026
The trader replied (on 02/02/2026)
ON VISITING OUR SHOWROOM IN PORTWOOD WE INVITED OUR CUSTOMERS TO OUR GOLDYLOCKS ROOM WHERE WE HAVE DIFERENT QUALITYS AND DENSITYS ON DISPLAY SO YOU CAN SIT ON AND TRY BEFORE YOU BUY .AFTER TRYING THE VARIOUS CUSHION INTERIORS OUR CUSTOMERS CHOSE THE SANDWICH CUSHION WHICH IS THE MOST POPULAR WHICH IS MADE UP OF A FIRM DENSITY IN THE MIDDLE WITH A 1 INCH TOP AND BOTTOM OF MEDIUM DENSITY FIRE RETARDANT FOAM ANOTHER CUSTOMER LEFT SITTING COMFORTABLY
Reupholstered two large sofa cushions
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The original cushions for our sofa were too soft. We visited DeeCee on a personal recommendation and were advised by Derek - the owner - on the best type of cushion filler for the job. We have just picked the cushions up and put them back in place - they are perfect. We are very pleased with the job and result and will recommend this company. Courteous, Polite, knowledgeable, efficient - and a great result Thank you to DeeCee
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 19/01/2026 , work completed 19/01/2026
The trader replied (on 16/02/2026)
On visiting our showroom we invited our customer to our goldilocks room and tried various cushion densities and decided on our sandwich foam, which has a firm foam in the middle and softer foam on the top and bottom. Thank you for your positive review.
Upholstered seat cushion
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Friendly and knowledgeable staff giving advise on different options. Maybe not the cheapest, but a professional job done properly.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 04/12/2025 , work completed 04/12/2025
The trader replied (on 19/01/2026)
Whilst our customer states “it may be not the cheapest” but a professional job done properly. It’s a fact that the cheapest is not always the best option. Remember the old adage “buy cheap buy twice”.
Re cane and upholstered Victorian chair.
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The caned back of this Victorian chair had been damaged. It has been completely recaned in the original style. The sprung seat has been reupholstered in a fabric of my choosing. The finished chair is neat, well finished and comfortable to sit in. This is the third item (2 of my own chairs and a large sofa that belongs to a friend) that I have had reupholstered here over several years. The work has always been done to a high standard and all the chairs are still in constant use . The work was completed in the time frame given and the cost was as the original quote. The team were friendly and happy to advise re the choose of fabric.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 03/12/2025 , work completed 03/12/2025
The trader replied (on 08/12/2025)
The Victorian Caned chair is very rare having a fully sprung seat. Our customer chose a soft Chenille fabric with contrasting braid. We helped our customer in choosing the fabric. Another customer left sitting comfortably.
Chair given new lease of life
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Our large wooden chair needed new foam inserts for seat, back and armrests. Dee Cee Upholstery took the job on and were helpful and pleasant. We were told it would take 2 weeks, which it did. The foam in the seat turned out to be too high for the armrests. This was dealt with straightforwardly and promptly. We are pleased with the result.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 01/12/2025 , work completed 26/11/2025
The trader replied (on 08/12/2025)
We replaced all the foam on the bespoke handmade arm chair. We are too pleased with the finished job. Another customer left sitting comfortably.
High quality craftmanship, courtesy and value
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Dee Cee upholstery are a pleasure to deal with, providing a very high standard of craftmanship and excellent value. Our much loved 1950s utility mark sofa and Parker Knoll chair are look fantastic and looking once again good as new. They are greatly superior to anything new we could buy new at equivalent cost. Our family have been using Dee Cee for more than 25 years. Long may their amazing service and craftsmanship continue.
Customer in Posted on 24/11/2025 , work completed 31/10/2025
The trader replied (on 08/12/2025)
We have offered our re-upholstery service to our customer for over 25 years so we must be doing something right.
Second fireside chair
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Derek re-upholstered a fireside chair for us two years ago in a check pattern fabric. We had another fireside chair that we wanted to match so Derek took photos to ensure the pattern looked the same. Derek picked up the chair last week and delivered it back today. The workmanship is superb and we couldn't be happier with the result. We would recommend DeeCee wholeheartedly.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 18/11/2025 , work completed 18/11/2025
The trader replied (on 08/12/2025)
The chair was re-upholstered not just recovered. Our customer could not be happier and it is nice to hear the they would recommend us wholeheartedly. Thank you for your business.
Great job - fast & competitively priced
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Recently dropped in a couple of back cushions from my sofa as the padding had gone! Within 2 days I had the cushions back stronger than ever & looking like new. Price was cheaper than buying the cheap standard filling. Will definitely use again.
Customer in Medway Posted on 03/11/2025 , work completed 03/10/2025
The trader replied (on 05/11/2025)
The 2 x back cushion interiors were saved from going to landfill , instead of replacing them we added extra polyester fiberfill which was a very cost effective option Thank you for your business
Excellent service
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I wanted a rocking chair reupholstered, plus replacement of the seat cushion, and repair of the woodwork. Following phone contact, Derek made a home visit to assess and give quote. He brought his portfolio of qualifications and accolades as a Master Upholsterer. The job was completed before the new carpet was laid, but Dee Cee were happy to keep the chair until I was ready. The newly reupholstered chair was delivered this morning. It is beautiful. It is more than I had hoped for. Thank you for excellent service.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 30/10/2025 , work completed 30/10/2025
The trader replied (on 03/11/2025)
The rocking chair was about 60 years old and was completely stripped down to the frame and re-upholstered in a Beige Chenille fabric and new cushion interior, which left our customer sitting comfortably.
Reupholstered fireside chair and loose drop-in seats
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My much-used small fireside chair had a split in the fabric and had become saggy. Derek advised on how much new fabric I would require and what Martindale rating would be suitable. He has reupholstered and recovered it so it is now much more supportive. There was sufficient fabric left over to recover three loose drop-in chair seats, which are all matched with the pattern of the fabric. All the work was carried out to budget and I was kept fully informed. I am very pleased with the results.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 19/09/2025 , work completed 18/09/2025
The trader replied (on 09/10/2025)
The fire side chair and 3 drop in loose seat were about 65 years old. And in need of complete re-upholstery, not just recovery. They were stripped out to the bare frame and recovered in our customers own material. We added extra padding to the original seat spring cushion interior.
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I have three very old barley-sugar leg dining chairs, all of which had their original leather seats, but the leather was crazed and torn, and then one of the seats got broken. I took it over to Derek to ask if he could do anything. He has repaired the broken seat and re-covered all three seats with a lovely coloured leather he had in stock, and in addition is very kindly reglueing the back of one of the chairs for no additional cost. The work did not take long and the chairs look beautiful and are very comfortable. I highly recommend this firm.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 03/09/2025 , work completed 02/09/2025
The trader replied (on 18/09/2025)
The three dining chairs with barley twist legs were made of oak and produced in the 1960’s. The seats were stripped out to the base frames and re-upholstered in a good quality blue leather. As a good will gesture we repaired one of the backs free of charge.
Better than the original
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I wanted my office chair repaired because the fabric and foam were completely coming apart, although mechanically, the chair was still working fine. When I obtained the quote from Derek, he said that I would find the chair better after the repair than when I first bought it; he was not wrong. The chair looks excellent, and Dee Cee upholstery has done a solid job. I also think that rather than throwing things out and buying new, we ought to mend and revamp as much as possible, to save the earth's resources.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 19/08/2025 , work completed 11/08/2025
The trader replied (on 21/08/2025)
The office chair was of very good quality and certainly needed some T.L.C. We stripped the chair seat down to the base frame. Also the arms were reupholstered. The material chosen was a red faux leather. By having the office chair restored it saves it from going to landfill and leaves our customer sitting comfortably.
I have a brand new sofa !
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Over the moon, efficient, friendly, honest and trustworthy ! Sent photos and he came to take a look ! Was in dire need of a makeover, solid, heavy, awkward cuddle sofa ! After discussions and choosing fabric within two weeks done and delivered home ! Amazing the transformation! A brand new fab cuddle sofa and scatter cushions ! Absolutely perfect ! No one is allowed to sit on it now !! lol So so good ! Thank you
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 30/06/2025 , work completed 25/06/2025
The trader replied (on 21/07/2025)
OUR CUSTOMER FROM BLACKFIELD SOUTHAMPTON STATES SHE WAS OVER THE MOON WITH THE REUPHOLSTER OF HER VERY LARGE CUDDLE/LOVE SOFA. THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS.
Re-upholster a rocking chair
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From start to finish Dee Cee Upholstery were fantastic to deal with. My rocking chair had seen better days so I rang about repairing it. I was asked to send in a photo of my chair and quickly after Derek rang me, telling me what he could do and how much it would cost. He then emailed me all the details and arranged for my chair to be picked up the next day. I went to the shop to pick my fabric with the help of a lovely member of staff, and within a week, my chair was delivered back to me. I could not have been happier with the service, my lovely new chair, and the cost of the work. My 50-year-old rocking chair has a new lease of life and is so comfortable. It had a spring repaired, new padding, new cushion, and all covered in lovely fabric. Thank you all for a fabulous job. I wish every company were like Dee Cee Upholstery.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 26/06/2025 , work completed 25/06/2025
The trader replied (on 21/07/2025)
OUR CUSTOMER FROM WOOLSTON SOUTHAMPTON GAVE US A SUTCH A POSITIVE REVIEW AND STATES EVERYTHING THAT WE STRIVE FOR AT DEE CEE UPHOLSTERY LEAVING OUR CUSTOMER SITTING COMFORTABLY.
It's like having new sofas!
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We were unsure about whether to reupholster our sofas or buy new ones. We have definitely made the right decision. The frames of the sofas were sound, the work that Dee Cee have done to reupholster is first class so effectively we have new sofas again. Dee Cee have been very helpful all the way through the process. They offered us 'courtesy' replacement chairs, but for us, it was just as easy for them to do one sofa at a time, collecting the second sofa when they returned the first. An excellent service. One final thought - we could have bought new sofas but, for the money, they wouldn't have been so good ... and it is too easy these days to just throw good stuff away.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 27/05/2025 , work completed 13/05/2025
The trader replied (on 02/06/2025)
Our customers from West End, Southampton took the decision to have their sofas re-upholstered instead of buying new. As they were good quality and fits their room and lifestyle we were happy to do one at a time for the convenience of our customers. They did mention this also meant the sofas did not have to go to landfill.
3 Piece Suite Re- upholstered
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Excellent service. We contacted Dee Cee by phone and then we sent photos of the suite by email asking for a guide price which we received within a couple of days. They did a home visit and sent us a firm quote. They collect the suite at the agreed time. They stored the completed suite until our decorating was complete. We are very pleased with the renewed suite and the advice and support we received from the staff. Thank you.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 27/05/2025 , work completed 06/05/2025
The trader replied (on 02/06/2025)
Our customers from Shirley, Southampton had a very good quality Centique suite which was about 10 years old. We initially sent an estimate email. I paid a visit with pattern book samples to choose the fabric. The final quote was sent and accepted. The job was completed on time and we delayed delivery until their newly decorated lounge was completed.
Excellent job
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I used this firm several years ago and they are still as good as I found them then. Nothing is too much trouble and the work first class. They really pulled the stops out to get the job done for me on a chair before I had visitors. Highly recommended.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 25/05/2025 , work completed 12/05/2025