As a trainee upholsterer at DFS, you would be learning the essential skills involved in crafting and restoring upholstered furniture. This includes working with various materials like fabric, leather, and foam to cover furniture frames. Your tasks would involve cutting, stitching, and fitting upholstery to create comfortable and visually appealing pieces.
Some key aspects of the role include:
* Learning Upholstery Techniques: Understanding and practising different methods, such as hand stitching and machine sewing, to apply fabric or leather to frames.
* Working with Materials: Familiarising yourself with various fabrics, padding, and frame types, ensuring the quality and durability of the materials used.
* Attention to Detail: Ensuring the finished product is neat, precise, and aligned with DFSs quality standards.
* Safety: Adhering to safety procedures when using tools and machinery in the workshop.
* Teamwork: Collaborating with other upholsterers, trainers, and managers to meet production goals and deliver high-quality products.
* During your training, you would be guided by experienced upholsterers who provide hands-on experience and mentoring to help you build proficiency in the craft.
About DFS
It takes a whole lot of passion to be at the centre of what makes a house feel like home and thats just what we do at DFS. Were the leading sofa retail specialist in the UK, helping pe...