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Dee Cee Upholstery & Interiors

4.9

429 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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Reupholster of a sofa bed
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Wide selection of available fabrics. Quote produced quickly. Arrived to collect sofa bed on time and delivered back on time. The work was perfect, all the patterns were matched and symmetrical. We could not have wished for more.
Jill in Hampshire Posted on 09/06/2022 , work completed 09/06/2022
The trader replied (on 11/06/2022)
Jill chose a Sanderson linen union fabric to re-upholster and recover her good quality sofa bed . We stripped the sofa bed to the bare frame and used the latest fire retardant high density foam , the seat cushion interiors were replaced with a medium density foam which was wrapped in polyester wadding and covered in a stockinet lining .
Replacement springs in a chair.
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A very prompt and courteous service, Very pleased with the quality of work. Derek inspired confidence and was willing to do the work when nobody else was. We were not disappointed and we would definitely use them again.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 04/08/2022 , work completed 14/07/2022
The trader replied (on 05/08/2022)
If a job is important to our customer it is important to us . It is nice to know that i inspired confidence in our our service and that we took the job on when nobody else would do it, another satisfied customer !
Reupholstering Dining Chairs
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From the time we took in one of the chairs for a quote, we were impressed with the professional service. We were given clear time scales and when they arranged to both collect and return the chairs their timekeeping was excellent. The quality of the work was excellent and we were extremely happy with the finished result. The six dining chairs both looked and felt brand new
Customer in Southampton Posted on 19/09/2022 , work completed 08/09/2022
The trader replied (on 23/09/2022)
Thank you for your 5 star review, we are delighted that you were impressed with the professional service that we provided, when we stripped out your six showood dining chairs (both seats and backs) to the bare frame and re-upholstered them in a traditional flatweave fabric, the edges were finished off with a twin piping in the same fabric. We always try to keep delivery dates etc. It is very satisfying that you describe our work as excellent, and we are pleased that you were extremely happy with the finished result . Kind regards Derek Caplen F.A.M.U.&.S.F (Fellow of The Association of Master Upholsterers & Soft Furnishers)
Reupholster Fireside Chair
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We bought a very comfortable fireside chair secondhand which was showing its age. We took the chair in for an estimate and Mr Caplen was very helpful suggesting what type of material would suit the chair. The work was completed in about 3 weeks and we are extremely pleased with the finished results. Well worth the money!
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 09/10/2022 , work completed 06/10/2022
Outstanding work and Customer Service
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They reupholstered 2 ancient armchairs which were much loved by my late husband. From the first visit to the final delivery, nothing was too much trouble. The ‘new’ chairs are outstanding and will certainly last and be admired for many years to come. It is quite rare to come across this high level of skill and professionalism and well worth the money spent. I would never use anyone else and would recommend them to anyone looking for high quality restoration.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 11/10/2022 , work completed 11/10/2022
The trader replied (on 12/10/2022)
We recovered these 2 arm chairs over 20 years ago and way back then our customer was highly delighted just as she is now. When the chairs were stripped out in our workshop they were in a very worn state and in need of re-upholstering as opposed to just recovering . The "as new " chairs should last for the next 20 years . This excellent review outlines everything that we strive for with all types of upholstery that passes through our highly skilled master upholsterers. We are always prepared to go the " the extra mile " for the satisfaction and comfort of our loyal customers
Fabulous Repair
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My dog chewed a very visible part of our 4 year old sofa. We emailed to ask if just that piece could be reupholstered. Communication was quick and helpful. I had to order the matching material from Next and it was 8 weeks for delivery. Once I had it , I emailed and they collected my sofa within a week and it was returned within the following week. Fabulous. You cannot tell. Friendly respectful helpful.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 19/10/2022 , work completed 18/10/2022
The trader replied (on 28/10/2022)
The front bottom border of the sofa was damaged by their dog who had chewed it . We recovered part of the sofa when our customer supplied us with matching fabric , when the job was completed our customer was highly delighted that it is now in perfect condition and was glad that we had been recommended to her.
Superb workmanship
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Dee Cee has carried out the re-covering of 2 x wingbacked armchairs. Throughout the whole process, they provided friendly, helpful advice in choosing the best materials. Their workmanship and service was superb and would recommend them to anyone
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 24/08/2022 , work completed 23/08/2022
The trader replied (on 26/08/2022)
The two traditional style wing chairs were not just recovered , the original fabric was removed and the upholstery was then stripped out as required and re-upholstered including supplying replacement fire retardant seat cushion interiors wrapped in polyester wadding and stockinet lining. It was very pleasing to find our service was superb and that they would recommend us to anyone
Great Work
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Derek undertook a complete overhaul of our antique sofa. Great job, performed on time and to a very high quality.
Customer in Wiltshire Posted on 08/09/2022 , work completed 02/09/2022
The trader replied (on 23/09/2022)
Our reputation as master upholsterers who specialize in top quality traditional re-upholstery goes far and wide ( our showroom and onsite workshops are based in Portswood Southampton and Ruth came to us all the way from Malmesbury in Wiltshire. The two seater button back Edwardian sofa was stripped out to the bare frame and was completely re-upholstered in an antique gold linen style flatweave fabric .We then replaced the coil seat springs and covered both seat and back in calico lining ready for the fabric to be applied. To add the finishing touch and make the job complete we cleaned and waxed the turned showood oak legs which enhanced the patina of the wood . Once again job completed on time to a very high quality thank you for your review and business
Reupholstery of three piece suite
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Our suite sustained paint damage when remedial work to our lounge was carried out by a firm of Bournemouth decorators who were appointed by our landlord. We chose Dee Cee Upholstery to undertake the reupholstery of our entire suite and were delighted with the outcome. Those we dealt with were extremely helpful and the standard of the work was excellent. We would highly recommend this company and wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again if necessary.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 19/03/2023 , work completed 16/03/2023
The trader replied (on 13/04/2023)
Our customers had 2 x riser recliners re - upholstered and a 2 seater sofa to match , we undertook the job in 2 stages for the convenience for them. To hear that we were extremely helpful ( as we always are ) was nice to hear , and that they were pleased with our workmanship. also that they would not hesitate to recommend us
Excellent All Round Service
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Brought my mother-in-law (88) along to the shop to look at rise and recline chairs. She's purchased one previously from a TV-advertised company's catalogue and the quality of it was appalling – just flimsy and badly made. We were greeted at the door of Dee Cee Upholstery by a smiling and friendly Derek who took the time to show my mother-in-law the chairs and ensure she tried them out. The first choice was an instant hit – a superbly made chair that instantly put her old chair in the shade. She also has a wing-back chair that's 29 years old. She asked Derek if he could reupholster it on the strength of her experience in the shop. She's very pleased with the material and how helpful Derek was. and that chair will be could for another three decades now. I just can't recommend Dee Cee Upholstery enough. Simply brilliant.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 20/03/2023 , work completed 18/03/2023
The trader replied (on 13/04/2023)
The rise and recline chair that were chosen was a single motor with a handset. This had a super soft seat and arms with a soft pillow back and headrest , it was covered in a hard wearing chenille. We applied anti stain protection, this chair and customer qualified for vat exemption. The traditional style wing back chair was completely stripped to the bare frame and re-upholstered to the latest fire retardant safety standards, anti stain protection was also applied To be described as "simply brilliant " says it all.
A great job-very pleased with quality of workmanship and Customer Service!
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We had been looking for some time for a company to refit our sofa cushions with new foam and also the back covers needed re-stuffing. We were reluctant to use an internet company and were pleased to find Dee-Cee from a review site and went to their premises based on feedback and their locality Throughout the process they have been very helpful and friendly and have delivered exactly what we wanted at a price that pretty much matched online quotes and to a speedy timescale. Our experience with them has left us feeling confident they would do a first class job on any kind of upholstering job
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 23/02/2023 , work completed 23/02/2023
The trader replied (on 25/02/2023)
Our customer from Hedge End village came to us with seat cushion interiors that needed replacing due to becoming uncomfortable and looking shabby. We invited them to our comfort station where they could try before they buy ( something you can't do ) online " which we have nick named the goldilocks room ", ( as i am sure that you are aware comfort is a very personal thing ) to try out different density's of cushions that meet the 1988 fire retardant regulations . We have on offer a selection of different grades of firm , medium and soft also we can supply a "sandwich " cushion which is made up with a firm density in the middle , with a medium density fitted on the top and bottom of the cushion. We can also supply feather and down cushion interiors another option is a feather jacket fitted with foam in the middle. Our customer wanted their back cushions replaced after inspecting the cushions , rather than replacing them we could could add extra polyester fiber which would cost less and leave our customers "sitting comfortably "
Consistently excellent work
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This was the third time we have used Dee Cee Upholstery in the past year. All three pieces of furniture (fireside chair, sofa cushions and footstool) were completed to a very professional standard and we are very happy with the result. Derek went out of his way to make sure the re-upholstery was just what we wanted and finished the work extremely quickly. We would highly recommend this company.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 10/04/2023 , work completed 30/03/2023
The trader replied (on 11/04/2023)
Our customers from Brook Lane in Locks Heath ,are quite "rare " in as much it is unusual to use our services 3 x in a short space of time . We are also pleased that they where delighted with the finished products and that they were completed to a very professional standard . Also the fact that they would highly recommend us .
Another Great Job
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This is our second experience with Dee Cee and we will certainly be back! Exceptional service from start to finish. Last time it was recovering a suite, this time two old Ercol chairs. We really appreciate the personal touch of a local family business. The quality of their craftsmanship is superb and we love their attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile. Our suite is still going strong 12 years later and we expect these chairs to do the same. So we will be back…but it might be a while!
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 25/04/2023 , work completed 25/04/2023
The trader replied (on 14/07/2023)
What a superb customer review ,it is every thing we strive for and it is an honour to receive such a glowing recommendation
Recovered office swivel chair
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DeeCee recovered an office swivel chair in fabric I supplied in only a few days. They did a brilliant job and it wasn’t easy. Now the chair looks marvellous instead of shabby, and more comfortable as the stuffing in the seat was renewed. Having used DeeCee twice before, I would not go elsewhere. Recommended to me by a local relation years ago. Excellent, professional and friendly service. Highly recommend.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 07/12/2023 , work completed 20/11/2023
The trader replied (on 13/12/2023)
Our customer from Bassett Wood Drive in Southampton, brought into our showroom an office swivel chair which was of very good quality and definitely worth being re-upholstered , not just recovered . It is always a pleasure to welcome back existing customers, ( having used our re- upholstery service twice before ) We also treated the fabric with anti stain protection free of charge .
Repair to chair
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Very efficient: the chair was picked up on the day that I approached the company and it delivered back repaired a few days later. It was minimal effort from my side and the price was in the region that i expected.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 08/04/2024 , work completed 08/04/2024
The trader replied (on 01/05/2024)
Our existing customer from Chandlers Ford , their chair was part of a 3 piece suite that we re - upholstered 14 years ago . It was a case of " a stitch in time saves 9 " as the back of the chair was broken and had come adrift . It was stripped out and repaired as required and put back to its original condition .
Beautiful Reupholstery of Vintage Suite
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Derek has done an amazing job reupholstering our vintage three piece suite. It is a complicated curved design with button backs, piping and studs which now looks stunning. Derek and Karen were both very helpful throughout. We were able to borrow samples to decide on colours and the suite was both collected and delivered - not an easy job either given the size of the four seater sofa, so kudos to all the DeeCee staff.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 10/03/2024 , work completed 26/02/2024
The trader replied (on 13/03/2024)
The 4 seater sofa was extremely heavy and fitted in to the back of our van with only an inch to spare . The job proved to be very challenging due to the shape , style and size of the 4 seater sofa . There were over 1500 studs which were nailed by hand to the arm facings wings and out side backs . Thank you for your business and posting such a great review
Stool Recovered
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Having just had my wing chair reupholstered I asked Dee Cee to recover a stool to match the chair. Once again they did an excellent job the chair and stool matching one another perfectly.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 20/08/2024 , work completed 12/08/2024
The trader replied (on 24/08/2024)
Our customer from Bassett was so pleased with the wing chair that we recently re-upholstered, he placed an order to have his 50 inch long foot stool re-upholstered to match in the check fabric. We stripped it out to the base frame and replaced the foam, this brought the foot stool up to the latest fire retardant standards. Thank you for your continued business.
New and Recovered cushions
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We wanted new cushions and seat pads for our cherished sofa and went to Dee Cee upholstery for these. On visiting the store the service we got was fantastic and after discussion and advice from the lady in the store we ordered the cushion interiors and they were going to rewrap and change wadding on seat pads as the foam was okay. This was all arranged quickly and efficiently and we arranged to drop covers off so they could put them on the new interiors and the seat pads for us. They asked us to call back the following week to pick up the cushions and pads. During the week we damaged one off the seat pad covers in our washing machine so we called into Dee Cee and they said this was no problem and would put new matching materiel on seat pad and all would be available to collect as arranged within a few days. We called to collect on the Thursday and all was done as promised with new cushions and rewrapped, repaired seat pads which matched perfectly with our sofa. I would highly recommend Dee Cee upholstery for their great service and expertise.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 24/08/2024 , work completed 15/08/2024
The trader replied (on 04/09/2024)
Our customers from Hedge End Southampton wrote an excellent review and it is great that they have already recommended us to a potential customer, and also that we gave them great customer service and expertise.
Cushions Replaced
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Having brought 2 large sofas with 4 feather filled back cushions we were unhappy with the look, as after use they flopped down and needed constant attention to look like they had any substance. Having discussed this with Derek at Dee Cee he recommended a solution to remove feathers and replace with a high-quality cut to size and shaped foam. Work was carried out quickly ,professionally and the finished result was amazing (Happy Wife etc) The cost was better than expected and we will not hesitate to use Dee Cee in the future and recommend them to others .
Customer in Southampton Posted on 29/01/2025 , work completed 06/01/2025
The trader replied (on 17/02/2025)
Our customer from Southampton heard about our cushion-filling service. They brought the feather-back cushion in. We advised them to replace the cushion interiors with a high-quality super soft foam interior wrapped in polyester and stockinet lining. This proved to be a successful project, which met with approval from our customer. Thank you for your business.
Excellent Customer Service 👌
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I had no idea what I was doing but Dee Cee Upholstery guided me through my project. Made me two superb quality bench cushions that we love. Very friendly service with attention to detail. Thank you very much.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 12/12/2024 , work completed 05/12/2024
The trader replied (on 19/12/2024)
Whilst it was a relatively small job (they all count) we talked through the job and our customers’ requirements. Thank you for your excellent review.
Top quality job and personable service
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I took 2 bar stools and a dressing table stool to Derek to be upholstered. Derek made me aware that the foam in the bar stools was no longer supportive and needed replacing. He provided me with a quote to reupholster the dressing table stool in a fabric of my choice and to replace the foam in the bar stools and reupholster in fabric I had already purchased. All 3 stools were finished to a high quality standard and Derek also fixed the loose foot rests on the bar stools. Derek's attention to detail has impressed me and I will be returning when I need any further chairs reupholstered.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 16/05/2025 , work completed 01/03/2025
The trader replied (on 22/05/2025)
The 2 bar stools were re-upholstered, replacing the foam which was fire retardant to the 1988 Fire Safety Standards. The same process was used for the dressing table stool using our customers own material. The loose footrests were repaired free of charge. Our customer was impressed with our attention to details. We were also impressed by our customers comments that they will be returning when they need any further chairs re-upholstered.
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 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.
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.
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.