Ep. 262: What Makes Upholstery Last with Hope Austin
b'The team welcomes Atlanta-based designer Hope Austin to the show today. Hope\\u2019s passion for craft started while working in design showrooms such as Brunschwig & Fils and Schumacher. She created her own brand, Hope Austin Interiors, where she works closely with her clients to create homes that are beautiful, comfortable and keep function top of mind. Hope talks about what\\u2019s going to make certain pieces last, starting with choosing a sofa that you like with fabric and patterns you will be excited about for years to come. She talks about how to treat the fabrics, some tips for having a nice sofa with kids and pets, and how to best clean when the inevitable wear and tear does happen. Hope also shares what she is putting in clients\\u2019 homes regarding counter stools, and how we can shop with realistic expectations.\\n\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\\n\\nWhat really makes a sofa last?\\n\\nHope gives her tips for having a nice sofa that is both kid and pet friendly.\\n\\nHow do you do a white sofa?\\n\\nHow you can use high performance fabrics and still have a punch of personality.\\n\\nWhat color fabric has Hope been seeing people stay excited about long term?\\n\\nDo practical and nice fabrics have to be expensive?\\n\\nWhat\\u2019s the real expectation we should have for big items such as high performance fabric, dining chairs, upholstered beds and barstools?\\n\\nCleaning tips and frequency to keep your sofa nice and clean.\\n\\nWhy the fabric should be your #1 priority in picking out the sofa.\\n\\n\\nMentioned in This Episode:\\n\\nHope Austin Interiors\\n\\n@hopeaustinint\\n\\nBallard Designs Performance Fabrics\\n\\nSunbrella Performance Fabrics\\n\\nInsideOut Performance Fabrics\\n\\nCrypton Performance Fabrics'