Reupholstery and Furniture Repair
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) reupholstering furniture; (2) refinishing furniture; (3) repairing furniture; and (4) repairing and restoring furniture.
Hierarchy
| Code | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 81 | Other Services (except Public Administration) 2-digit sector | The Sector as a Whole The Other Services (except Public Administration) sector comprises establishments engaged in providing services not specifically provided for elsewhere in the classification system. Establishments in this sector are primarily engaged in activities such as equipment and machinery repairing, promoting or administering religious activities, grantmaking, advocacy, and providing drycleaning and laundry services, personal care services, death care services, pet care (except veterinary) services, photofinishing services, temporary parking services, and dating services. Private households that engage in employing workers on or about the premises in activities primarily concerned with the operation of the household are included in this sector. Excluded from this sector are establishments primarily engaged in retailing new equipment and also performing repairs and general maintenance on equipment. These establishments are classified in Sector 44-45, Retail Trade. |
| 811 | Repair and Maintenance 3-digit subsector | Industries in the Repair and Maintenance subsector restore machinery, equipment, and other products to working order. These establishments also typically provide general or routine maintenance (i.e., servicing) on such products to ensure they work efficiently and to prevent breakdown and unnecessary repairs. The NAICS structure for this subsector brings together most types of repair and maintenance establishments and categorizes them based on production processes (i.e., on the type of repair and maintenance activity performed, and the necessary skills, expertise, and processes that are found in different repair and maintenance establishments). This NAICS classification does not delineate between repair services provided to businesses versus those that serve households. Although some industries primarily serve either businesses or households, separation by class of customer is limited by the fact that many establishments serve both. Establishments repairing computers and consumer electronics products are two examples of such overlap. The Repair and Maintenance subsector does not include all establishments that do repair and maintenance. For example, a substantial amount of repair is done by establishments that also manufacture machinery, equipment, and other goods. These establishments are included in the Manufacturing sector in NAICS. In addition, repair of transportation equipment is often provided by or based at transportation facilities, such as airports and seaports, and these activities are included in the Transportation and Warehousing sector. A particularly unique situation exists with repair of buildings. Plumbing, electrical installation and repair, painting and decorating, and other construction-related establishments are often involved in performing installation or other work on new construction as well as providing repair services on existing structures. While some specialize in repair, it is difficult to distinguish between the two types and all are included in the Construction sector. Excluded from this subsector are establishments primarily engaged in rebuilding or remanufacturing machinery and equipment. These are classified in Sector 31-33, Manufacturing. Also excluded are retail establishments that provide after-sale services and repair. These are classified in Sector 44-45, Retail Trade. |
| 8114 | Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance 4-digit industry group | This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in home and garden equipment and appliance repair and maintenance; reupholstery and furniture repair; footwear and leather goods repair; and other personal and household goods repair and maintenance. |
| 81142 | Reupholstery and Furniture Repair 5-digit NAICS industry | See industry description for 811420. |
| 811420 | Reupholstery and Furniture Repair 6-digit U.S. detail | This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) reupholstering furniture; (2) refinishing furniture; (3) repairing furniture; and (4) repairing and restoring furniture. |
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Classification References
- 01Automotive vehicle and trailer upholstery repair--are classified in U.S. Industry 811121, Automotive Body, Paint, and Interior Repair and Maintenance; and
- 02The restoration of museum pieces by independent conservators--are classified in Industry 711510, Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers.
Index Items
Aircraft upholstery repair
Antique furniture repair and restoration shops
Furniture refinishing shops
Furniture repair shops
Furniture reupholstering shops
Restoration and repair of antique furniture
Reupholstery shops, furniture
Upholstery (except motor vehicle) repair services
How Item Can Help
Manages complex inventory of specific parts and upholstery materials while tracking individual items through repair stages to prevent mix-ups.
Automatically syncs high-value custom furniture quotes and orders with warehouse operations to streamline customer communication and delivery scheduling.
Analyzes historical repair records to predict parts demand and identify recurring furniture defects, enabling proactive inventory replenishment.
External Resources
Census.gov NAICS Detail
Official US Census Bureau definition and scope for NAICS 811420.
National Furniture Industry Council
Industry trade association providing resources for manufacturers and service providers.
U.S. Census Bureau NAICS Profile
Official government directory detailing the definition and scope of furniture repair and reupholstery activities.
Furniture Repair Association International
Global trade group offering standards, certification, and networking for furniture repair professionals.
