Katz Foam and Fabrics

The place was dirty. I bought some good quality foam that had grimy edges. I let it go because I knew it would get cut off. but, really? The staff was very nice but didn’t instill confidence. I wouldn’t buy fabric there — that’s for sure. Unless you live in that neighborhood, go to fabric row. You won’t spend that much more and it’s cleaner.

This place has thin foam and batting that I used to re-​upholster some modern chairs.
Excellent service!

Update — I used Katz Foam again last week (18April) and the did another great job. Santos and his team are life savers. This time, I had the cushions replaced. If you have a sofa that isn’t old, but looks droopy because the manufacturer cushions are shot, go to Katz Foam! It’s like getting a new sofa for a fraction of the cost. Awesome small business… !!
This place saved my sofa!
My little pup tore the Dacron off my cushions while the covers were in the wash.
Katz Foam did a great job of replacing the Dacron and resetting the cushion covers for me. Their prices are reasonable and the customer service is really great. If you have a cushion related problem, check these guys out. They are local, a small business and do really awesome work.

Excellent service and capability at this foam and upholstery/​fabric shop. Also easy to get to and large loading/​parking zone right in front of the shop where there always is a spot to park. Fair prices and knowledgable staff. They really know the upholstery business and can offer good advice not only on how to finish your project most economically but in a way that will get the results you need/​want. It’s also third generation owned and operated with very responsive owner and a great local establishment that adds to the fabric of the neighborhood and the city.

I have been recently initiated into the world of upholstering via a night school class. This is becoming my new way to relax. Nothing like pulling out fifteen million staples and tacks to rid oneself of stress. Also, my right arm is beginning to look like post-​spinach Popyele’s.
After an invigorating trip to Fabric Row, I found myself in need of supplies. Yes, I could order online. Two reasons not to: First, I am a fervent supporter of small businesses. Second, I wanted to see what I was buying as I’m new at all this. Thanks to the Fabric Row merchants and my dear South Philly Italian Aunt I learned Katz’s is THE PLACE in Philly to go for the ‘nuts and bolts’ supplies (i.e. everything but the fabric).
Anyone who’s a native or near native of Philly understands with some bemusement how neighborhoods’ ‘naming’ changes over the years. It’s ‘rebranding’ and it’s not a bad thing, just, well, confusing sometimes. For instance, newcomers would say that Katz’s is in Northern Liberties. To the old timers — i.e., all the merchants on the Row and the South Philly Aunt, this place is in North Philly. Understand, to old South Philadelphians, anything above Spring Garden is North Philly.
Katz’s definitely in the rehabilitated area of NoLibs, with many new developments happening all along 5^th street. Being a business that has been there, well, almost forever, it’s beginning to stick out a bit as a reminder of what the neighborhood used to be, before the Invasion of the Redevelopers. The storefront is nondescript, with an aging sign and not much else to announce there was a business and it was open. You might be fooled even to think the business had closed, leaving the sign behind.
Coming inside, the place is a jumble of fabrics and foam and workers bustling about chattering in English and Spanish. They are quite pleasant to work with, if direct and to the point, and have a variety of qualities of product available. Don’t expect Mr. Customer Service here. They are not salesmen, they are trade professionals. What I’ve found is that you get back what you give. I was kind. They were kind. Karma, people.
Bonus: they do deals on end runs. Need just a yard of high quality medium density foam? No problem. I happily worked with one of the guys to acquire all I needed, and he very kindly helped carry it out to my car for me.
FYI They also do re-​foaming — you bring in your tired old cushions, they will put in new foam for you. Great way to bring new life into your couch!
Cash or check only, folks. They do not take credit or debit.
This is another stalwart of Philadelphia’s working past I am pleased to see surviving and thriving. They deliver an essential part of our history as a fabric center and are a great resource for our city. May they be there for a very, very long time.

I stopped at Katz to purchase supplies for a project. I recall it took some time before someone helped me; there was a customer already in the shop and that was okay. It gave me a chance to look around. Purchased a couple spools of upholstery thread and a 25 yd roll of cording. The price was good. If I’d gone on-​line I would have paid for shipping so it saved me some cash. Good, local place to buy upholstery supplies.

This place is a jewel that more people should be aware of. The store is located in Northern Liberties. They have so many different items in the store I could have used. I wish I knew about it a long time ago. I went there to have some cushions replace. I also bought a mattress for my spare bedroom. They replaced it quickly, while I waited. The service was excellent, the prices were unbelievably reasonable, and the end result was amazing. It feels like I have a brand new couch. The mattress is great. It’s more comfortable than a futon and less expensive than going to a mattress store. I’d recommend this place highly.

We got great service from Katz right before xmas my boyfriend took the cushion for our couch in to get the foam replaced. It must have been work down to about 1 inch thick. They replaced it on the spot! added a piece of foam that is about 5 inches thick and my couch has never been more comfortable. I plan to go have my chairs cushions recovered in the near future.

Went in to get my couch stuffed with new foam and I couldn’t be happier. Way more comfy now. Service was prompt and helpful. Went to a few other places and Katz’s had best prices. Will be back soon for my love seat cushions!

Well, I stopped by to pick up some foam for a project. There were several customers waiting around for help. The 2 guys who seemed to be working there did there best to avoid eye contact with me, made no attempt to greet me or let me know that they even knew I was there waiting. The place was a mess and since it seemed after 10 minutes I wasn’t really there, I left and went down to Fabric Row. I received immediate service and lots of help over at
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