AMUSF DIPLOMA IN UPHOLSTERY

The AMUSF Diploma in Upholstery is an industry-recognised qualification for aspiring and practicing upholsterers seeking structured, professional training.

Delivered at the East London Furniture Institute, the diploma forms the advanced professional pathway within our wider upholstery classes in London, supporting learners who want to build a career in traditional and contemporary upholstery.

The Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers (AMUSF), founded in 1947, has long upheld excellence and high standards across the upholstery and soft furnishings sector.

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Industry-recognised upholstery training

The AMUSF Diploma is a three-stage qualification offering structured training in both traditional and modern upholstery techniques, with a strong focus on practical, hands-on learning.

Developed in collaboration with industry practitioners, the course balances core professional skills with opportunities for creative exploration through project-based work.

All training takes place in our professional-standard workshops, where learners have full access to specialist tools, materials, and expert tutor guidance.

What You Will Develop

Knowledge

Upholstery history and heritage, materials science, contemporary practices, health and safety, and project planning.

Skills

Frame preparation, hand and machine stitching, traditional stuffing, modern upholstery methods, fabric selection, restoration techniques, and finishing.

Professional Behaviours

Precision, craftsmanship, sustainability, time management, and reflective practice.

Progression & Career Outcomes

The AMUSF Diploma provides a clear progression route into professional upholstery practice, furniture restoration, workshop employment, or independent enterprise. As an accredited qualification, it plays an important role in sustaining traditional upholstery skills and ensuring they continue to thrive for future generations.

As an accredited qualification, it plays an important role in ensuring traditional upholstery skills continue to thrive for future generations.

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“I recently completed my AMUSF Upholstery diploma, and the skills I gained provided me with fundamental knowledge of the craft, which I have been able to expand and refine in my job role. I also gained significant insight into how various approaches can be taken through the stories shared by the friendly teaching staff, many of whom draw from their own experiences in the field.”

Maria Lorence

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