Upcycling. You’ve heard that word around, right? But what does it actually mean? Here’s a quick definition. Upcycling is the process of giving old or used materials a second life. When you upcycle, the used material can either be re-used in the same manner, or it can be re-adapted or repurposed.

So you’ve decided to recover a piece in your home. Congrats! But before you hit the fabric stores or start talking to design consultants, let’s arm you with some upholstery basics that will make choosing the right fabric to fit your lifestyle easy and fun.