the Swika wood craft Standard

  • Solid Timber Frames: Unlike mass-produced furniture using chipboard, our frames are manufactured from kiln-dried hardwoods for lifelong durability.
  • High-Density Foams: We use premium multi-layered foam to ensure your furniture keeps its shape and comfort level for years, not months.
  • Fabric Excellence: We partner with South Africa's leading fabric houses (like Hertex and Stuart Graham) to offer everything from genuine leather to easy-clean "pet-friendly" fabrics.
  • Master Tufting & Stitching: Whether it's classic Deep Diamond Buttoning or modern Minimalist Piping, our stitching is a mark of true precision.

Our Upholstery Services

Custom Sofas & Couches

Designed to fit your living room perfectly. Choose your length, depth, and firmness. We build L-shapes, daybeds, and classic 3-seaters.

Designer Headboards

Transform your bedroom with floor-to-ceiling upholstered headboards. Available in velvet, linen, or leather with custom patterns.

Dining & Occasional Chairs

The perfect marriage of Swika Wood Craft timber legs and luxury upholstered seating. Built to withstand daily use while looking like a gallery piece.

Commercial & Restaurant Seating

Durable, high-traffic booth seating and bar stools for the hospitality industry in Gauteng province.

The Anatomy of Our Furniture

  • Foundation: S5 Structural Timber or Hardwood frame.
  • Support: High-tension zig-zag springs or Italian elastic webbing
  • Comfort: Memory foam toppers and dacron wrapping for that "cloud-like" feel.
  • Finish: Your choice of premium upholstery fabric or top-grain leather.

The Manufacturing Process

Frame Building

Our carpenters build the skeleton of your piece.

Springing & Padding

We apply the support systems and ergonomic foam layers.

Pattern Cutting

 Fabrics are precision-cut to ensure patterns align perfectly across seams.

Upholstering:

Our master upholsterers hand-apply the fabric, ensuring a tight, wrinkle-free finish