Upholstery2u

Specialist mobile upholstery for the healthcare, fitness and commercial sectors

Upholstery2u is a British upholstery company operating across the UK through fully equipped mobile workshops. Its approach is to restore and repair upholstery on-site, without the need to move furniture or equipment off the client's premises, which reduces disruption to daily operations. The company presents itself as a pioneer of this mobile service model and combines upholstery work with personalised attention from the first consultation through to final delivery.

With more than 14 years of experience in the sector, the team is led by Michael Boyle as managing director and Danny Boyle as operations director. The company states it has received several awards, including the Red Rose Award 2023, the Lloyds Bank New Business of the Year Award 2023 and its inclusion in the FEBE 100, a list of the fastest-growing businesses founded by their own promoters in the UK.

Services by sector

The business is organised into four main areas according to the type of client and environment:

• Gyms: repair and restoration of fitness equipment upholstery to keep it clean, safe and ready for members without downtime. The company states it can recondition in as little as 30 minutes, although the timeframe is longer when a larger number of items is involved.
• Dentistry: on-site restoration of dental chairs and practice upholstery in as little as 2 hours, using medical-grade antimicrobial materials that help with CQC compliance.
• Healthcare: upholstery solutions for clinics, treatment rooms and care environments, with hygienic medical-grade materials and durable, easy-clean finishes that support CQC compliance and everyday use.
• Commercial and public spaces: transformation of spaces such as restaurants, pubs, hotels, shops and cafes, with results the company describes as stylish and long-lasting.

How we work and materials

The service is provided both on a mobile basis, bringing the workshop to the client's location, and in its own workshop. The company offers a variety of colours and materials to match the original upholstery as closely as possible. To obtain a quote, you are asked to send photographs of the equipment or furniture to be restored. The company states it offers a 12-month workmanship warranty, subject to its terms and conditions.

In the healthcare and dental fields it uses medical-grade antimicrobial materials. The company also mentions the use of material crib ratings as a fire safety measure, a parameter that assesses the ignitability, flame spread and heat release of materials.

Sustainability

Upholstery2u presents itself as a sustainable upholstery provider. Its approach is based on reusing, recycling and repurposing materials wherever possible, extending the life of furniture and equipment and preventing thousands of items from ending up in landfill. The company maintains that every completed repair means less waste sent to landfill and that this model is more efficient and faster than replacing equipment or furniture with new.

Awards and ratings

The company states it has been honoured with the Red Rose Award 2023, which recognises the best businesses in its region, and with the Lloyds Bank New Business of the Year Award 2023. It also appears in the FEBE 100, a list that distinguishes the fastest-growing businesses founded by their promoters in the UK. On Trustpilot, the company has an "Excellent" rating awarded by hundreds of businesses across the country, according to its own presentation.

FAQs and maintenance

The company answers common questions about its work: it operates in the fitness, healthcare and hospitality sectors; it can match the colour and material of the original upholstery; and it offers the aforementioned 12-month workmanship warranty. As for maintaining gym upholstery, it recommends daily cleaning with an antibacterial spray or a mild detergent suitable for vinyl, avoiding harsh products such as bleach or ammonia, and a more thorough weekly clean with vinyl-safe disinfectant wipes or spray, paying attention to high-contact areas. It also advises regularly inspecting for cracks, loose seams or signs of wear, and repairing damaged items promptly to maintain safety and hygiene.

Location and contact

Northlight Estates, Brierfield, Nelson, BB9 5FG · Phone: 01282 500 567 · Email: info@upholstery2u.com