Upholstery and Bespoke Furniture Business for Sale in Reading Berkshire
Reading, Berkshire
- Status
FOR SALE
- Advert ID
655694
- Reference
B09753 / Rightbiz
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- Leasehold: £39,999
- Turnover: £68,000 (£1,308 per week)
- Profit: £20,000
Business Details
Established Upholstery & Bespoke Furniture Business
BusinessPlease quote reference B09753
CoGoGo is delighted to bring to the market Swift Upholstery, a long-established upholstery and furniture renovation business combining traditional craftsmanship with a service offering that feels increasingly relevant in today's repair, restore and reuse market.
Established in 1985, the business specialises in reupholstering modern and antique furniture alongside bespoke sofas, sofa beds and seating. Additional services include tailored loose covers and curtains, furniture repairs, foam and cushioning, DIY upholstery supplies and commercial refurbishment work for pubs, clubs and offices. The business also promotes free estimates and collection and delivery within a 40-mile radius, covering the M4/M3 corridors and West London.
An established website provides an excellent platform for a new owner to modernise the brand, develop social media, showcase transformations and target interior designers, hospitality operators and sustainability-conscious customers. Existing online reviews also highlight the quality of workmanship and customer service.
The business is offered for sale due to relocation, presenting an exciting opportunity to take an established craft-led operation into its next chapter.
Viewings are to be arranged strictly by appointment only via CoGoGo!
Location
Swift Upholstery operated from Watlington Street in Reading, Berkshire, serving Reading and the wider M4/M3 corridors and West London. The premises occupy a corner position, with Reading Borough Council describing Swift Upholstery as the street's remaining workshop of its kind.
Premises
The business operates from a leasehold workshop premises suited to upholstery, furniture renovation and customer enquiries. Its established physical workshop is complemented by a dedicated website showcasing the range of services available.
Tenure
The premises are leasehold, with a new lease to be assigned.
Rent is advised at £237 per week.
Hours
Current operating hours are:
Monday to Friday - 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Staff
The business is understood to be owner-operated.
Financial Profile
We are advised that the business generated an annual turnover of approximately £68,000, with net profit of approximately £20,000
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