1. the process or craft of covering furniture with fabric and padding
Usage: gerund form

1. covering furniture with fabric, padding, and springs
Usage: present participle of upholster

Examples

• She is upholstering the old armchair with new velvet fabric.
• The upholstering of antique furniture requires special skills.
• He spent the weekend upholstering dining room chairs.
• Professional upholstering can make old furniture look brand new.
• The cost of upholstering depends on the fabric chosen.
• They are upholstering the sofa in a bright floral pattern.