G.F. Sinclair Ltd

04/09/2026

Why replace a well-made piece of furniture when it can be brought back to life?

This Posture Kneeling Chair has been fully refurbished by G.F. Sinclair Ltd, giving a much-loved piece a new lease of life and, with the quality of the original construction, the potential to last for decades to come.

From restoring the framework to carefully renewing the upholstery, our aim is always the same: quality craftsmanship, attention to detail and furniture built to last.

At G.F. Sinclair, we’ve been proudly practising our craft in Lewes since 1962, providing expert upholstery and soft furnishing services across East Sussex and beyond.

🌿 Repair. Restore. Reupholster. Reuse.

If you have a favourite chair, sofa or piece of furniture that deserves a second life, get in touch for a free quotation.

📞 01273 476194
📍 Lewes, East Sussex
🌐 gfsinclairltd.co.uk

G.F. Sinclair is an established soft furnishing company that has been transforming homes and workspaces since 1962. Call our team in Lewes for a free quote.

28/08/2026

Just completed in the studio next to the Café, these bespoke voiles in Merchant & Mills Pessimo Indian Cotton bring a soft, natural feel to the space while allowing the daylight to filter beautifully through.

The voiles are hung from black Neo poles on recessed brackets with wrought iron rings, creating a clean, timeless finish. Jones & Company tie-backs complete the look.

At G.F. Sinclair, we specialise in bespoke curtains, blinds, voiles and soft furnishings, all made with care and attention to detail in our Lewes workshop. With over 60 years of experience, our family-run business combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary interior design.

Whether you’re looking for made-to-measure window dressings for your home, hotel, restaurant, studio or commercial space, we offer a complete bespoke service from fabric selection and design through to making and installation.

📍 Lewes, East Sussex
📞 01273 116435
🌿 Free quotations & home/site visits available
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21/08/2026

✨ A beautiful new café, finished with bespoke curtains by G.F. Sinclair ✨

We’ve recently completed the curtains for a brand-new café, creating a combination of texture, softness and privacy to complement the space.

For the entrance, we made a bespoke door curtain in luxurious velvet corduroy, adding warmth, depth and a welcoming feel as customers arrive.

At the windows, we used a beautiful Indian cotton voile from Merchant & Mills, creating lightweight, elegant voiles that soften the natural light while still allowing the café to feel bright and inviting.

It’s always rewarding to see how the right fabrics can completely transform a commercial space. From selecting the fabrics through to measuring, making and fitting, every detail is carefully considered and finished by our skilled team.

At G.F. Sinclair, we’ve been creating bespoke curtains, blinds and soft furnishings in our Lewes workshop since 1962. Our family-run business works with both residential and commercial clients across Lewes, East Sussex and beyond, offering a truly personal service and expert craftsmanship.

Whether it’s a café, restaurant, hotel, shop or your own home, we can help bring your ideas to life with beautifully made, bespoke window furnishings.

📍 Lewes, East Sussex
📞 01273 476194
🌐 gfsinclairltd.co.uk

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18/08/2026

From collapsed and tired to restored and ready for home 🛋️✨

This much-loved Chesterfield sofa came into the G.F. Sinclair workshop with a seat that had seen better days. The springs had collapsed and the seat had been filled with a mixture of old stuffing and foam, leaving it uncomfortable and far from its original shape.

Rather than replacing a sofa the client clearly still loved, we set about restoring it properly — right back to the traditional upholstery.

🔨 The restoration process:

• The old seat materials were removed to expose the underlying structure.
• The seat was fully re-webbed to provide a strong, supportive foundation.
• The original springs were carefully repositioned and secured back into their correct positions.
• The springs were covered with layers of hessian to rebuild the traditional seat construction.
• Ginger fibre stuffing was then added to restore the shape and comfort.
• Further layers of hessian and calico were applied before refitting the original cover.
• The final result? A Chesterfield seat restored to its original shape, character and comfort.

We love projects like this because good furniture deserves a second life. With the right traditional upholstery techniques, a much-loved sofa can often be repaired and restored rather than replaced.

Swipe through the photos to see the transformation from start to finish. ➡️

At G.F. Sinclair Ltd, we have been carrying out upholstery and furniture restoration in Lewes since 1962, with craftsmanship and traditional techniques at the heart of what we do. 

📍 Lewes, East Sussex
📞 01273 116435
🌐 www.gfsinclairltd.co.uk

If you have a much-loved sofa or chair that has become uncomfortable, worn or damaged, don’t replace it before asking us whether it can be restored.

27/07/2026

✨ Finished and ready for many more years of use. ✨

This beautiful chair has been completely transformed and reupholstered in Linara linen fabric, giving it a fresh, contemporary look while preserving its original character.

At G.F. Sinclair Ltd, we love bringing well-loved furniture back to life, combining traditional upholstery techniques with premium fabrics to create pieces that are both beautiful and built to last.

24/07/2026

✨ Mid-century style, beautifully refreshed. ✨

We’ve just completed the refurbishment of this mid-century dining chair, giving it a new lease of life in a hard-wearing chenille fabric that’s as practical as it is stylish.

By combining timeless design with durable, high-quality upholstery, this chair is ready for many more years of everyday use while retaining its classic mid-century character.

Whether it’s a single dining chair or a complete furniture suite, we take pride in restoring treasured pieces with expert craftsmanship and attention to every detail.

Thinking of updating your own furniture? We’d be delighted to help.

22/07/2026

🔨 A new repair project is underway 🛋️

We’re currently beginning a seat repair on a leather sofa, carefully assessing the frame, support and cushioning to restore both comfort and durability.

Not every sofa needs replacing. In many cases, a professional repair can breathe new life into a favourite piece of furniture, saving money and extending its lifespan.

Whether it’s worn seat interiors, sagging cushions, broken springs or a complete reupholstery project, our experienced team is here to help with quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

20/07/2026

💙 A true classic, beautifully reimagined. 💙

We’ve just completed the restoration of this traditional deep-buttoned Chesterfield sofa, upholstered in the stunning ‘Riga’ velvet by Wemyss Fabrics Scotland.

The rich turquoise velvet perfectly complements the timeless Chesterfield design, highlighting the deep buttoning, elegant scroll arms and traditional craftsmanship that make these iconic sofas so special.

Whether you’re restoring a cherished family heirloom or giving a classic piece a fresh new look, our bespoke upholstery service combines traditional techniques with the finest quality fabrics to create furniture that’s built to be enjoyed for years to come.

If you have a furniture project in mind, we’d love to help.

17/07/2026

We’ve just finished a brand-new seat and back cushion for a beautiful garden chair, made using our customer’s own fabric a stunning recycled French mattress ticking. 🇫🇷♻️

Using a treasured fabric like this gives new life to a much-loved piece of furniture while creating something truly unique. It’s always a pleasure to help our customers transform their furniture with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.

At G.F. Sinclair Ltd, we’ve been creating bespoke upholstery and soft furnishings since 1962, offering quality workmanship, personalised service and free quotations. If you have a piece of furniture you’d love to revive, we’d be delighted to help. 

19/06/2026

A fantastic pair of custom-made headboards recently completed by our skilled upholstery team. One features a stylish hanging cushion design, while the other is a classic box headboard, both beautifully finished in striking red fabric with matching red borders.

At G.F. Sinclair Ltd, we’ve been creating bespoke upholstery and soft furnishings since 1962, combining quality craftsmanship with carefully selected fabrics to bring our customers’ ideas to life. Whether you’re looking for a statement headboard, reupholstered furniture, cushions, curtains or a completely bespoke piece, we’re here to help. 

Ready to transform your bedroom? Get in touch to discuss your next project.