Tapicerska

Tapicerska is a term of Polish origin that directly translates to "upholsterer's" or related to upholstery. It can refer to a profession, a trade, or items associated with the craft of upholstery. An upholsterer is a craftsperson who furnishes and decorates interiors by upholstering furniture. This involves tasks such as restuffing, repairing, and reupholstering furniture, particularly chairs and sofas. The work requires skills in sewing, material selection, and knowledge of different padding and support systems.

In Poland, "tapicerska" can also be used adjectivally to describe something related to the upholstery trade, such as "tapicerska gąbka" (upholstery foam) or "tapicerska nić" (upholstery thread). The profession of an upholsterer is a skilled trade that has been practiced for centuries, adapting to new materials and techniques over time. Modern upholstery often involves a combination of traditional methods and contemporary innovations in fabric and filling technologies. The demand for upholsterers continues to exist for furniture repair, restoration, and the creation of custom pieces.