9 Tufted furniture began to appear in the 1800s in Victorian England as a means to hold the horsehair stuffing in place. Tufting is accomplished when you tightly pull upholstery back anchoring it with buttons that are traditionally covered in the same fabric. As its popularity grows, we are seeing tufted pieces in both traditional styles and mid-century furniture. Tufting is being used on livingroom furniture such as chairs and sofas, dining room chairs and headboards. Any good quality upholstery fabric can be tufted - both patterns and solids. It adds a visual interest as the tufted areas create shadows and texture. It's a beautiful way to dress up your upholstered furniture. Tufting is incredibly popular right now, but it’s not a trend – it’s a true classic. Invest in a tufted piece and it will bring elegance to your home for years and years to come. Tuft Love HOME TRENDS WE LOVE No longer thought of as over-dressed and stuffy - this tufted trend is a true classic.
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