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Upholsterer Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Polsterer/Polsterin

As an Upholsterer, you will complete a 3-year recognized vocational training program in the industry. You learn to re-upholster, restore, and repair furniture such as sofas and armchairs, using various materials and manual techniques to combine comfort and design.

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What you do

  • Advise customers on fabrics, patterns, and designs
  • Disassemble furniture and remove old upholstery and covers
  • Cut and prepare upholstery materials, fabrics, and leather
  • Professionally attach new padding, springs, and covers
  • Repair and restore upholstered furniture
  • Perform quality control of finished upholstery work
  • Inspect and repair frames and substructures of furniture

Requirements

  • Minimum secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate
  • Manual dexterity and technical understanding
  • Diligence, precision, and an eye for detail
  • Creativity and a sense of aesthetics in material selection
  • Good physical resilience (lifting, standing, dexterity)
  • Teamwork skills and willingness to communicate
  • Interest in materials such as fabrics, leather, and wood

Career prospects

  1. 1Work in upholstery shops, furniture workshops, or the furniture industry
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas such as restoration or vehicle upholstery
  3. 3Further training to become an Upholstery Master (Polstermeister/in)
  4. 4Self-employment with your own upholstery shop or workshop
  5. 5Technician in wood technology with a focus on furniture construction

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Upholsterer Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Upholsterer Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Upholsterer Ausbildung?

Minimum secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or intermediate school leaving certificate; Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Diligence, precision, and an eye for detail; Creativity and a sense of aesthetics in material selection.

Where can I find open Upholsterer Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Upholsterer

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.