Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Upholstery & Furniture Restoration Experts
Old World Interiors has been serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1969, specializing in custom upholstery, antique restorations, and furniture reproductions. Owned and operated by master upholsterer Gerald De Julio, our business combines decades of craftsmanship with personalized service to meet each client's unique needs. We work closely with homeowners to restore cherished pieces or create new custom designs using premium fabrics from top designers like Robert Allen and Kravet. Our team prioritizes quality materials and traditional techniques to ensure lasting durability and aesthetic appeal. With over 45 years of experience, we understand the value of well-crafted furniture and help clients determine cost-effective solutions for updating their interiors.Our services extend to custom bedding, window coverings, and full antique restoration projects requiring structural rebuilding. We maintain a vast selection of upholstery fabrics suitable for formal, casual, and high-traffic environments while offering expert guidance to match materials to specific decor styles. Our production timelines typically allow for one-month completion on larger projects, with expedited options available upon consultation. Located in San Carlos, we serve discerning homeowners from San Francisco to Palo Alto and beyond. Our commitment to transparency includes upfront pricing consultations and convenient pickup/delivery services to streamline the customer experience.
Services
Custom Upholstery
Antique Restorations
Furniture Reproductions
Custom Fabrics
Window Coverings
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- 46 years of specialized upholstery expertise in the Bay Area
- Master craftsman owned and operated by Gerald De Julio
- Access to thousands of premium fabrics from top designers
- Complete antique restoration from structural rebuild to fabric matching
- Transparent pricing consultations with expert measurement assistance
Services
Custom Upholstery
Transform your existing furniture with premium fabric selections from top designers like Ralph Lauren and Kravet. Our master craftsmen handle complete upholstery projects for chairs, sofas, and specialty pieces while maintaining structural integrity. Clients receive personalized consultations to determine optimal fabric choices based on room decor, usage patterns, and durability requirements.
Antique Restorations
Preserve historical furniture through meticulous restoration processes that maintain original character while ensuring functionality. Our team performs structural rebuilds, wood refinishing, and fabric matching to revive antique pieces to their original condition. We document each restoration phase to guarantee authenticity in materials and craftsmanship techniques.
Furniture Reproductions
Create exact replicas or customized furniture pieces tailored to specific spatial and aesthetic requirements. Clients choose from extensive frame options and thousands of fabric selections to design unique pieces unavailable in retail stores. Our craftsmen construct each reproduction using traditional joinery methods for lasting durability.
Custom Fabrics
Access exclusive fabric collections from industry leaders including Robert Allen, Laura Ashley, and Pierre Deux. Our specialists guide clients through pattern selection, material testing, and durability assessments for different usage scenarios. We special order specified fabrics while providing swatch samples for color and texture verification.
Window Coverings
Complete interior design solutions include custom window treatments that coordinate with upholstered furniture. Our team measures spaces precisely and creates tailored drapery, valances, and shades using premium materials. Clients receive style recommendations based on room orientation, light exposure, and existing decor elements.
People
Gerald De Julio
Owner & Master Upholsterer
With over 45 years of experience, Gerald De Julio leads Old World Interiors as a master upholsterer specializing in antique restorations and custom furniture. His expertise in traditional craftsmanship techniques ensures each project maintains structural integrity while achieving modern aesthetic requirements through premium fabric selections.
Questions
Is reupholstering furniture worth the investment?
Reupholstering is cost-effective for quality pieces made of solid wood that would cost significantly more to replace. We help assess your furniture's value and restoration potential during consultations.
How do pricing estimates work?
Costs depend on piece size, fabric selection, and turnaround time. Contact us at 650.592.4200 for personalized measurements and quotes using our Yardage Chart as a starting reference.
What's your production timeline?
Most projects complete within one month. International fabric shipments may extend timelines slightly. We provide specific estimates after evaluating your furniture and material choices.
Do you offer pickup and delivery?
Yes, we provide convenient pickup and delivery services for all upholstery and restoration projects to minimize client inconvenience during the process.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the entire San Francisco Bay Area including San Mateo, Hillsborough, Palo Alto, and surrounding communities from our San Carlos location.
