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Dee Cee Upholstery & Interiors

4.9

425 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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Amazing Job
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I took in the ‘back’ cushions of a large sofa which had collapsed after a few years of boisterous kids using them in pillow fights… Dee Cee did an incredible job re-stuffing them, making them firmer and more comfortable than ever! I’m so impressed by the professionalism and quality of service. The cost feels a bit high, but for the level of service it’s definitely fair.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 21/03/2025 , work completed 21/03/2025
The trader replied (on 07/04/2025)
The re-stuffing of the back cushion interiors is very labour intensive and it’s not a 5 minute job. The cost reflects this. Whilst our customer feels it was a bit high, it was definitely fair. Thank you for your business.
Excellent friendly service .
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Derek was friendly & highly professional.He supplied an estimate which he kept to and did the work on time .He supplied polyester reinforcement to 5 cushions from our 2 Multi York sofas .He also renewed the foam , recovered & fitted a new stanchion to our large stool and made 4 arm covers for the sofas. He went out of his way to find the best colour matches for the fabrics and delivered the finished work to our home. All the work was done to the highest standard . He is a true master craftsman and his work is worth every penny .Would definitely recommend him .
Customer in Southampton Posted on 11/03/2025 , work completed 06/03/2025
The trader replied (on 31/03/2025)
Our customer from Upper Shirley had their 5 back cushion interiors filled with extra polyester wadding. We also fitted a pneumatic piston stantion to their large pouffe. It was nice to read the comment that “his work was worth every penny”
Prompt and quality workmanship
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Initially I wanted to re-cover an otherwise perfectly good bucket chair. In the end, I had the chair re-upholstered and re-covered as the difference in price wasn't that extortionate. Dee Cee picked up my enquiry promptly and were able to provide the various options open to me. They provided quotes for both a straight re-cover and a full re-upholster of the chair. I chose material from their stock range so I don't know how much more expensive it would have been had I asked about material not in their stock. The chair was collected and delivered at no additional cost. Dee Cee were professional throughout, kept me updated and kept to their original quote. I am very pleased with the finished product and from an environmental perspective, worth every penny.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 08/03/2025 , work completed 13/02/2025
The trader replied (on 31/03/2025)
Our customer from Shirley took my advice and had her bucket chair re-upholstered instead of just recovering it. By renovating the chair it saved it from going to “landfill”. We also fitted 4 x glides free of charge and applied free fabric anti stain protection . Again our customer states it was worth every penny.
Highly Recommended
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Company reupholstered 4 dining chairs, this has been to an exceptional high standard. We are very pleased with them, done to a higher standard than expected. We can thoroughly recommend this firm for their prompt attention and excellent service.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 26/02/2025 , work completed 06/02/2025
The trader replied (on 17/03/2025)
Dining chairs, this has been done to an exceptional high standard. We are very pleased with them, done to a higher standard than expected. We can thoroughly recommend this firm for their prompt attention and excellent service. The 4 x dining chairs were in need of re-upholstering not just recovering. The backs of the chairs were buttoned. The fabric chosen was a cream faux linen. We also applied anti stain protection (a product similar to Scotchgarde). Thank you for your business.
Professional job
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Excellent work! I had my dining table seats recovered. Thoroughly professional workmanship. A proper, old-fashioned craftsman!
Customer in Southampton Posted on 24/02/2025 , work completed 22/02/2025
The trader replied (on 17/03/2025)
It is very satisfying as a small business to receive such a positive review for the 4 dining seats that were completely re-upholstered.
An excellent, professional job
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Dee Cee Upholsters were recommended to us by a friend, as we wanted our dining room chairs recovered and a window seat cushion made. The whole process was made so easy and painless by the owners and staff. They were very welcoming, professional and friendly. The job they did was just perfect and we are extremely pleased with the work they’ve done. Would highly recommend them to others.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 20/02/2025 , work completed 20/02/2025
The trader replied (on 17/03/2025)
It is a nice feeling when we get a job through a recommendation from a previous satisfied customer. The chairs were re-upholstered in an Oyster colour faux linen, with matching window seat that was self-piped and buttoned. Another customer who would highly recommend us.
Excellent product and service
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I have known this company for more than 20 years and the excellent quality of their service and the products they sell has never wavered. Freely given comprehensive advice and time ensures that the best and most suitable product is supplied and any queries satisfied immediatelly. Dee Cee is a family business with very high standards and I recommend them highly.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 17/02/2025 , work completed 18/01/2025
The trader replied (on 24/02/2025)
It’s great when existing customer come back to us and has had work done over a 20 year period. It is satisfying to hear that as a family business with very high standards that you would highly recommend us. Thank you for your business.
Great service and Quality
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I have used Dee Cee a number of times over the years, from buying an Ottoman to having a piece of furniture restored. Today I went to the shop to buy some foam for a problem in my car!! Each time all the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable, but more importantly the workmanship has throughout been first rate. I have no hesitation in recommending Dee Cee to anyone.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 12/02/2025 , work completed 12/02/2025
The trader replied (on 24/02/2025)
This review states the fact that no job is too small. If it’s important to our customer it is equally important to us. As the old adage goes “small is beautiful ” Thank you for your business in this 5 star review. Customer service 5 ***** Quality 5 ***** Value 5 *****
Excellent quality and service
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Dee Cee Upholstery was recommended by several local people as a skilled, reliable upholsterer and they did not disappoint. Derek came to look at the chair at my home and agreed on next steps before taking it away to be fully re-covered. Everyone involved was polite, friendly and reliable, with everything happening exactly as promised. I would not hesitate to recommend this longstanding, independent business for quality upholstery.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 03/02/2025 , work completed 03/02/2025
The trader replied (on 12/02/2025)
Our customer from Southampton gave us an excellent 5 star review , as a small family business it is important to us that we offer a personal service that will leave our customer sitting comfortably and this review outlines everything we strive for at Dee Cee Upholstery. Thank you for your business
Sofa bed re-born!
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From the first enquiry to the finished job, we were delighted with the service that Derek, Karen and his co-worker (sorry, can't remember his name!) provided. Our sofa bed, which we'd bought secondhand three years ago and which we wanted reupholstered to blend in with the rest of our decoration and furniture, now looks new. Though we are no experts, the quality of workmanship is plain to see; and the service from picking up the sofa to return (2 weeks) was excellent and, most importantly, to the date specified and price agreed. Needless to say, we'd highly recommend Dee Cee and would certainly consider using them again if needing further furniture renovation.
Customer in Posted on 31/01/2025 , work completed 30/01/2025
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.
REPAIR
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I have used Dee Cee Upholstery before for upholstery work, and always found their work to be top-notch; and I recently decided to try them on a repair job on the frame of a dining room chair that had become wobbly and needed serious attention. Friends had said that all was needed was to insert screws into the loose joints, but fortunately I decided to ask Derek what he would do, and he said that, for a proper job, one would need to disassemble the chair and replace the dowels of the joints. I am so happy I went to him: they did a fantastic repair to the chair and now I am sure that it will last for years + he even, at my request, replaced the chair leg pads, which I was very grateful for, as I am so tired of doing this myself with stick-on felt pads that usually come off after a few months. At Dee Cee Upholstery, they do it properly with screw-on felt pads, and this was a great discovery for me.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 24/01/2025 , work completed 16/01/2025
The trader replied (on 03/02/2025)
Our existing customer from Southampton brought in an antique dining chair from a set of six. The back of the seat had to be stripped out to the frame for us to gain access to the base frame and replace the broken dowels. We also fitted corner blocks for added strength and support.
A great restoration
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We brought in an armchair made by my grandfather and in need of repair and recovering to fit the colours of our newly decorated front room. We chose the material and the work was done brilliantly. We were a little apprehensive whether it would be money well spent but we need not have worried and it is perfect and there is material left over for some new cushions. Thank you Derek. It was worth every penny.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 20/01/2025 , work completed 17/01/2025
The trader replied (on 27/01/2025)
We were delighted to be given the opportunity to restore this very well-made antique occasional chair. The solid oak frame was as good as the day it was made. The seat was hand-sprung and in need of replacement. Whilst highly skilled workmanship does not come cheap your comment it was worth every penny was appreciated.
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.
Excellent service all round.
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Dining chairs reupholstered. Work done quickly and efficiently. Would certainly use again. Recommend without reservation. Thank you.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 12/12/2024 , work completed 12/12/2024
The trader replied (on 19/12/2024)
The dining chair seats were stripped to the base frame. We replaced the foam which was fire retardant and re-upholstered them. Your comments “ would certainly use again and that you would recommend us without hesitation” were well received by the team at Dee Cee Upholstery.
Kitchen chairs
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Original pvc covering had worn through badly. Replaced with a much thicker pvc and renewed cushioning.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 26/11/2024 , work completed 25/11/2024
The trader replied (on 09/12/2024)
Our customer from Southampton had 4 chrome base dining chairs re-upholstered in a hard-wearing super soft vinyl. The seat were stripped to the base frames and replacement fire retardant foam was used. The chairs were covered in the same style. Thank you for your business.
What a find!
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From providing the initial quote, to the work being completed, Derek and Karen were an absolute pleasure to deal with. They provided a timely quote and were able to complete the work to our timescales. The chairs were returned today and have been reupholstered to a high standard. We will definitely be a returning customer. Thank you Karen and Derek!
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 25/11/2024 , work completed 25/11/2024
The trader replied (on 04/12/2024)
Our customers from Southampton had 6 dining chairs with a chrome base and legs re-upholstered . They chose a hardwearing light-coloured flat weave fabric. They also had the fabric anti-stain protected with a product similar to Scotchgard. For our customer's convenience, we were able to carry out the work whilst they were on holiday. Thank you for your business
On time and tidy
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Ordered two recliners and they were delivered and assembled without fuss and at the time advised. The old chairs were removed at the same time. Very pleased with the service.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 19/11/2024 , work completed 19/11/2024
The trader replied (on 20/11/2024)
Our customers from Hythe Southampton, had their two new black leather dual motor Celebrity riser recliner chairs delivered on time and within budget. On delivery we demonstrated how to use them, both chairs were fitted with massage units and had the benefit of emergency battery backup, which ensures that the chairs will still work if there is a power cut. As an added service we removed their old chairs free of charge for which our customers were very grateful. We are pleased to receive a five-star review for service, quality and value.
Wingback chair reupholsterd and covered
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Once again a brilliant job. Would never consider going anywhere else. He even matched the pattern to our other furniture from previous work he did. Derek is a true craftsman and a gent. Thank you once again for a perfect service
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 16/11/2024 , work completed 24/10/2024
professional service
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I had a stool upholstered - great choice of fabric, quick and easy visit to drop off the item, invoice provided via email, beautiful finished product. The owner was knowledgeable about furniture and told me a bit about the stool which was interesting. Very professional service all around.
Customer in Southampton Posted on 08/11/2024 , work completed 25/10/2024
The trader replied (on 12/11/2024)
Our customer from Southampton brought in a Victorian stool which was reupholstered in a hard-wearing chenille fabric chosen from our remnant room, where you can find a huge selection at half price or less, the top edge was self-piped. It was finished off with a gimp/braid to the bottom edge, as always we offer a very professional service.
Six dining chairs
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Friendly and easy to deal with. We never had to wait for a response - callbacks were very prompt; quote and revised quotes were issued quickly. Everything was so quick and easy - from making a first enquiry to choosing fabric and then getting the job done and receiving the invoice. Very smooth and professional. We are delighted with the result - 2 modern and 4 antique dining chairs all very smart and comfortable in a matter of a couple of weeks.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 03/11/2024 , work completed 01/11/2024
The trader replied (on 06/11/2024)
This review is perfect and outlines everything we strive for at Dee Cee Upholstery. Our customer from Hedge End Southampton states that we run a smooth operation and were professional .We are very pleased that our customers were delighted with the result. Thank you for your prompt payment and your valued business.
Excellent work, reasonable price
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Dee Cee Upholstery did a great job re-uphostering two special chairs that had become rather tired. They did it in the time frame they'd promised, at a reasonable price, and to a high standard. Very pleased and would definitely use them again
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 01/10/2024 , work completed 02/09/2024
The trader replied (on 12/11/2024)
It was a pleasure to restore the " two special chairs " to their former glory , on time ,on budget and work carried to a high standard . Another satisfied customer left sitting comfortably.
Dee Cee excels again
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I have used Dee Cee several times over the past thirty years. Again, excellent service and workmanship as usual.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 02/09/2024 , work completed 24/08/2024
The trader replied (on 07/09/2024)
Whilst this long standing customer review is short , it proves that we are on the right track . Once again providing excellent service and workmanship . Thank you for your continued business . Derek FAMU&SF ( Fellow of the association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers )
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.
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.