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One StudioTwo CraftsEndless Transformations

A new finish for everything you own.

Architectural adhesive wrapping and master reupholstery under one roof, supported by our in-house cabinetmaker and shopfitter. From a single heirloom chair to a complete retail fit-out, every piece is finished by hand.

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Why Surface Atelier

Nothing is more convincing than the finished piece.

Replacing a kitchen or a lounge suite costs a fortune and takes weeks. Refinishing what you already have takes days and keeps the parts that are still good.

Keep what you love

Solid carcasses, frames and seat bases stay. Only the surface, foam and cover change.

Days, not weeks

Wrapping is done on site with no demolition. Upholstery is collected, rebuilt and returned.

One studio, every trade

Wrapping, upholstery, cabinetry and shopfitting from one studio, one quote and one point of contact.

2crafts, plus in-house joinery
13categories we transform
1written quote, itemised
Try it yourself

See the finish before we start.

Choose a piece and a finish. Drag to turn it around and look at the grain, the pile and the sheen up close.

Preparing the studio…
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Velvet
Champagne

Colours are previews on screen. We bring physical sample books to every site visit so you can see and feel them in your own light.

Reupholstery

Same frame. A second life.

Drag the line to compare. Turn the chair to see it from every side.

BeforeAfter
Preparing the chair…
01

Stripped to the frame

Old fabric, staples and tired foam come off. We check every joint and re-glue or replace what has worked loose.

02

Rebuilt from the inside

New webbing, springs where needed and high-density foam cut to the original shape, so it sits like new.

03

Recovered and refinished

Your choice of velvet, fabric or leather, hand-buttoned and piped. Timber legs sanded and refinished to match.

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The wrap catalogue

True to touch. True to sight.

Every film in our range is textured to match what you see: grain you can run a finger along, cool matt stone, brushed metal with a real directional sheen. Browse the full range below, shortlist your favourites and we'll bring the physical samples to you.

Appliance wrapping

White to stainless, without a new fridge.

Drag across to see a standard white fridge wrapped in brushed stainless steel film from our catalogue. The same works for dishwashers, washing machines, extractor hoods and bar fridges.

White fridge before wrapping The same fridge wrapped in brushed stainless steel film Before · WhiteAfter · Stainless
Finish used

Stainless Steel

Code KI01 · Metal · Brushed

Look
Brushed stainless with a fine directional grain
Feel
Smooth and cool, with the grain running one way like real steel
Care
Wipe with a soft damp cloth. Hides fingerprints better than gloss white
Time
Most fridges are wrapped on site in a few hours
Window & glass films

Light in. Prying eyes out.

Decorative and privacy films for windows, shopfronts, office partitions and shower screens. Applied to the glass you already have, with no new panes and no downtime.

Office corridor with reeded glass partitions
Lines & reededVogue, Linea, Strada · office partitions and meeting rooms
Living room windows with a gradation film fading upwards
GradationMystic, Zenith, Pixel · privacy that fades upward
Frosted glass meeting room
FrostedMat White, Mat Silk, Mat Opal · soft, even privacy
Office glass with a geometric pattern film
PatternHive, Vitra, Quartz · branded and decorative glass
Coloured glass films in a gallery space
ColourOcean, Forest, Earth, Cosmos · tinted glass
Spa entrance with iridescent dichroic glass
DichroicAurora Winter, Aurora Summer · colour that shifts with the light
Meeting room glass clear with switchable film offSame glass turned opaque with switchable film onOff · clearOn · private
Privacy on demand

Switchable smart film

Clear glass at the press of a button, fully private at the next. Ideal for boardrooms, consulting rooms and bathrooms. Available in white, grey and black.

Meeting room screen visible through the glassSame room with screen privacy film hiding the displayWithoutWith data blocker
Data blocker

Screen privacy film

The room stays bright and open, but presentations and screens behind the glass can't be read from outside. Made for offices, banks, clinics and anywhere confidential.

Facades & exterior panels

A new face for the whole house.

Exterior films for facades, cladding panels, front doors, window frames and garage doors. UV-stable and weather-resistant, with an expected lifespan of up to 20 years, and no scaffolding-and-rebuild project.

Modern house with black and warm oak facade panels at sunset
Facade collectionBlack, anthracite and oak panels, inside to out
Upholstery materials

Leather and Euro leather.

Two very different materials. We'll help you choose the right one for how the piece is used, not just how it looks.

Natural hide

Genuine leather

Real hide with its own grain, creases and character. It breathes, softens with use and builds a rich patina over the years.

Feel
Warm, supple, slightly irregular grain
Wear
Lasts decades with care and ages beautifully
Care
Condition two to three times a year, keep out of harsh sun
Best for
Heirloom sofas, wingbacks, statement chairs, classic car interiors
Engineered

Euro leather

A coated, fabric-backed leather alternative with a consistent grain and colour from the first metre to the last.

Feel
Smooth, even and uniform across every panel
Wear
Wipe-clean and stain resistant, ideal for high traffic
Care
A damp cloth and mild soap is all it needs
Best for
Dining chairs, headboards, restaurants, offices, buses, trains and golf carts
Fixed from the inside out

We don't just change the fabric.

Every reupholstery job starts with the bones. Step through how we rebuild a chair, layer by layer, or open it up to see everything at once.

See it in your room

Try a finish on your own photo.

Upload a photo of your kitchen, door or counter, choose a finish and paint over the surfaces you want to wrap. Your photo stays on your device.

Drag over the cupboard doors to paint
Finish
Natural Oak

A quick preview, not a render. Lighting and exact colour will differ, so we confirm with physical samples.

Measure helper

How much film will you need?

A rough guide to help us quote faster. We always re-measure on site.

Estimate
0m² of surface
0running metres of film, including 15% for edges and offcuts

Film comes 1.22 m wide. Edges are wrapped around each door, which is why we allow extra.

Simple process

From a photo to a finished piece.

01

Send a photo

WhatsApp pictures of the room, furniture or vehicle seats with rough sizes. We reply with a ballpark and finishes worth seeing.

02

Sample & quote

We visit with sample books, measure properly and send an itemised written quote.

03

We transform it

Wrapping on site, upholstery in our workshop. We install or deliver and walk you through care.

Transport upholstery

From the carriage to the clubhouse.

Seats on public and private transport take more wear than anything in a home. We strip, rebuild and recover them in hard-wearing fabric, vinyl and leather, on your schedule.

Pair of transit seats in patterned moquette
Rail & road

Trains, buses & coaches

Passenger seating recovered in batches to one consistent fleet standard.

Cream leather cabin seat with armrests
Air

Aircraft

Cabin seat covers, cushions and trim for private and charter aircraft.

Tan leather car seat with channel stitching
Private

Cars

Seats, headliners and door cards. Classic restorations and modern interiors.

Golf cart bench seat in cream marine vinyl with black piping
Leisure

Golf carts

2, 4 and 6 seater carts for estates, clubs and private owners.

Fleet operators: send the seat type, quantity and depot location. We quote per seat and recover a sample seat first so you can sign off the finish.

Questions

Good to know.

How long does a wrapped kitchen last?

Architectural films are made for daily use and, applied properly, keep their finish for many years. Exterior facade films are rated for up to 20 years. We'll tell you what to expect for the specific finish you choose.

Can you wrap over chipped or damaged doors?

Usually, yes. We fill and sand chips first so the film sits flat. Doors that are swollen from water damage may need repair or replacing, and we'll tell you on the site visit.

How long does a kitchen take?

Most kitchens take one to three days on site, depending on the number of doors and the counter. You can usually keep using the kitchen while we work.

Is the film safe near the stove and oven?

Films handle normal kitchen use, but direct high heat is a different matter. We check the area around hobs and ovens and advise on clearances or heat protection before we start.

Do you collect furniture for reupholstery?

Yes. We collect, rebuild and recover the piece in our workshop, then deliver it back. Timing depends on the piece and the fabric.

Can I see and feel the samples first?

Always. We bring physical sample books to your site visit, so you can judge colour and texture in your own light before you decide.

How do I clean a wrapped surface?

A soft cloth with warm water and a mild soap. Avoid abrasive pads, solvents and bleach.

Which areas do you cover?

We work across Gauteng. For fleet, hospitality and commercial projects further afield, ask us.

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Put a new finish on it.

What do you need?
Photos of your piece
Preferred site visit
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AreaServicing Gauteng