COM Upholstery – Customer's Own Material
Luxury bespoke upholstery using client-supplied fabrics and leathers.
We offer a professional COM (Customer's Own Material) upholstery service for interior designers, architects and trade clients. This allows complete creative freedom while ensuring expert craftsmanship and suitability for residential and commercial projects.
Our team works closely with you to assess fabric or leather suitability, confirm meterage requirements and ensure a smooth production process from specification through to delivery.
What is COM Upholstery?
COM stands for Customer's Own Material. It refers to upholstery fabrics or leathers supplied directly by the client or interior designer, which we use to manufacture bespoke sofas, chairs, stools, banquette seating and headboards.
This service is particularly popular with interior designers seeking precise fabric specifications and unique finishes not found in standard collections.
COM for Interior Designers & Architects
We regularly collaborate with interior designers and architects specifying bespoke upholstered furniture for luxury residential and hospitality projects. Our COM service allows designers to maintain full control over fabric selection while benefiting from specialist upholstery manufacturing expertise.
COM for Hospitality & Commercial Projects
For hotels, restaurants and commercial interiors, we can upholster using client-specified contract fabrics or leathers, subject to suitability checks and performance requirements.
Furniture We Upholster Using COM
We manufacture:
- Bespoke sofas
- Armchairs & lounge chairs
- Dining & side chairs
- Bar stools & counter stools
- Banquette seating & booth seating
- Upholstered benches
- Headboards
- Ottomans & footstools
All items are made to order in your chosen fabric or leather.
Our COM Upholstery Process
Fabric / Leather Review
We assess the material for suitability based on weight, durability and application.
Meterage Confirmation
We provide guidance on fabric quantities required for each furniture piece.
Approval & Production
Once approved, we begin manufacturing and upholstery.
Delivery
Completed furniture is delivered nationwide across the UK.
Material Suitability & Performance
Not all fabrics are suitable for upholstery. We check for:
- Abrasion resistance (rub count / Martindale rating)
- Stretch and stability
- Pattern repeat and direction
- Fire compliance (for commercial projects)
- Leather thickness and finish
We will always advise if a material is not suitable before production begins.
Fire Regulations & Contract Requirements
For commercial projects, fabrics must meet UK fire safety standards. We can advise on Crib 5 and other relevant regulations when upholstering for hotels, restaurants and public spaces.
Why Designers Choose Our COM Upholstery
- Specialist bespoke upholstery manufacturing
- Experience with luxury residential & hospitality projects
- Accurate fabric meterage guidance
- Careful pattern matching and detailing
- Nationwide UK delivery
- Clear lead times and communication
COM Upholstery Across the UK
We provide COM upholstery services for clients across the UK, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol and surrounding areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is COM upholstery?
COM stands for Customer's Own Material, where the client supplies fabric or leather for upholstery.
Can you upholster with designer fabrics?
Yes, we regularly upholster using fabrics specified by interior designers.
How much fabric is required?
Meterage depends on the furniture type and fabric pattern. We provide detailed guidance before production.
Do you upholster using client-supplied leather?
Yes, subject to suitability checks.
Is COM suitable for hospitality projects?
Yes, provided the material meets required performance and fire standards.
Discuss Your COM Project
If you are specifying bespoke upholstered furniture for a project, we would be delighted to discuss your requirements.