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How to Restore Water Damaged Furniture

Start by finding all the water that has soaked into it.

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May 13, 2026
How to Restore Water Damaged Furniture

How to Restore Water Damaged Furniture

Start by finding all the water that has soaked into it. The water is trapped in the furniture, so you must get as much out as possible before drying it. Even if you have clear furniture, this will still be a problem, but sunlight is your best ally, and if you have strong sunlight, make sure you have plenty of it by pointing your chair in that direction during drying. Tidal Wave Response provides emergency water damage restoration services. Water can be tricky, and water damage removal is even more so.

Prevention Is Best When Possible

Water damage can be devastating to your home and belongings. It can also be very costly to repair. But, with a little effort and patience, you can save your furniture and household items from water damage. Prevention is best when possible. You should check for any potential leaks or signs of water damage before it becomes a problem.

The first step in restoring your furniture is preventing further damage from occurring. If you notice flooding or other signs of water damage, act quickly by shutting off power sources and removing any electrical equipment from where the leak occurred. Then, move everything that might get wet into an area that's dry and safe from danger.

Saving Upholstered Furniture

If you're trying to save an upholstered piece of furniture damaged by floodwaters or another liquid, start by removing any excess water from its surface with a towel or sponge (never use paper towels). Then use a hair dryer on low heat to dry out any remaining moisture before assessing whether there's permanent damage to the fabric or filling material inside your piece of furniture. However, if the upholstered area is completely saturated, you have no choice but to throw it out. If it is a piece that is valuable to you, then contact an upholstery expert who may be able to restore it by replacing just about everything.

Reviews

Alex Membrillo

Milton, GA

John came out within 2 hours of our call for help. Within 4 hours of him coming out his team was hear ripping up our basement and saving it from mold. I owe them 40k because that's what it would have cost if they didn't help as quick as they did. Will tell all 3 of my friends about them.  Rob also great and so was the team, so professional, so quick.

Tim Harwood

Buckhead, GA

I had some water damage above my garage after a plumbing incident and was very upset about it. Thankfully Justin and his team at tidal wave made the experience easy and much less of a headache. His team took out the damaged drywall did a full restoration and cleaned up after themselves. Made my damaged ceiling look brand new.

Elaine Tapp

Roswell, GA

We thought Tidal Wave did great work with our water damage remediation and repair. Everyone who showed up was professional and skillful. We had some challenges with scheduling communications and delays but everyone was generally responsive and helpful. We appreciated that they were a one stop shop that could handle everything for us. We would definitely recommend Tidal Wave to others.

DMP

Atlanta, GA

Tidal Wave is one of a kind! I had a pipe that burst and they responded the same day! The team lead, Chris, was extremely professional and courteous. He assured me that I would be taken care of and I was totally impressed with their swift response time. The owner, Johnny, called and told me he was sorry I had experienced water damage in my home and also assured me that everything would be fine. The project manager, Justin, was also extremely kind and provided me with beautiful replacement floor samples. Once my floors are finished, I’m going to submit…

Lisa S.

Cumming, GA

Talk about a company that lives up to it`s name! Called them in the morning within an hour Rob a very professional representative showed up at the house and helped me file a claim. Twenty minutes later a crew showed up and began demo. A few hours later Tidal Wave Response had figured out the leak was gone. Everything happened so fast and efficiently. They helped us understand what our insurance covered and guaranteed the demo would be covered by insurance or them. We are so happy to be working with this company and highly recommend them.

Logan F.

Decatur, GA

What a great company! I called to ask questions and within minutes I was scheduling someone to come to my home and save me from my water damage. Very responsive and the demo crew was amazing and professional!! The repairs to my Kitchen are about to start and I cant wait to see the end result! Thank you Tidal Wave!!

Webb W.

Atlanta, GA

Very, very professional from start to finish. Crew came into my home removed all of the damage items that was damaged by a water leak from the upper level of the home. Worked very fast and cleaned up behind themselves as if they were never there. It was like watch a action movie. Setup the dryers and other equipment very fast also and organized our furniture so that we could get to things as needed. Tidal Wave made a very bad situation feel okay, I`m thankful that we chose you guys. Again thanks for being so professional and responsive

Jennifer G.

Marietta, GA

I could not have been more pleased with my experience with Tidal Wave! Their response time was impressive and Michael did an excellent job walking me through the process. The entire crew was hard working, fast and courteous. I would 100% recommend Tidal Wave.

Binh D.

Dunwoody, GA

We had a water damage in our home and we Googled water damage restoration. We had 2 companies come out for an inspection and... Honestly we were very pleased with the punctuality & knowledge of Rob at Tidal Wave Response. He was very soft and well spoken and listened to our concerns about our home. Rob showed a very compassionate side of how a service professional treats his customer. Our choice was Tidal Wave Response based on their outstanding reviews and knowledge of insurance claims. Tidal Wave also met with the claims adjuster for our property damage inspection. This was…

Billy H.

Sandy Springs, GA

We highly recommend Tidal Wave Response! Johnny came out late last night to assess a failed water heater that flooded our finished basement. He coordinated with Mr. Rooter Plumbing to have a plumber dispatched at 11:45PM who confirmed the water was shut off and put some emergency repairs in place to ensure no further damage would occur. This morning at 7:10 AM (20 minutes earlier than expected) the Tidal Wave Response team was on site at our house. They assessed the damage, and assisted us in contacting our home owners insurance company to create our insurance claim. They preformed the…

Ty M.

Chamblee, GA

My upstairs bathroom overflowed. The water ran into two of my bedrooms and the hallway. My wife called Tidal Wave and they were at our home in less than an hour. Johnny`s team came out and were very quick and professional. They sucked up the water set equipment and the supervisor explained the process. They even offered to do our repairs and said they would handle it all. My wife and I are very pleased so far. I will make it my business to recommend this company to family and friends. This company is honest, and gets the job done.

Mary L.

Brookhaven, GA

So far GREAT!!! They came right out, took out wet walls, cleaned up perfectly (no dust) set up fans. I’m going to use them to put the walls back up and paint too! They are going to meet with my field insurance agent, too, to make sure everything is covered. Fingers crossed they continue to be great!

Saving Wooden Furniture

Wooden furniture is one of the most vulnerable items regarding water damage. This type of furniture does not absorb water as easily as other materials do, making it hard for them to dry out properly without mold forming over time.

A dehumidifier in your home or office space is one of the best ways to save your wooden furniture from getting soaked by floods or rain. These devices will help remove all the excess moisture from your air and prevent further damage. They are especially useful if you live in an area with frequent storms or hurricanes since they can lower the humidity levels inside your home, preventing any kind of flood or leak.

Restoring Damaged Furniture

The best restoration option is to call in professionals. But in the potential hours it takes professionals to get there; you can start on some basics.

Reasons to Choose Tidal Wave

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Bill Your Insurance Directly

We Accept All Insurance Claims

We Accept All Insurance Claims

Licensed & Certified Technicians

Licensed & Certified Technicians

30 Minutes Response Time

30 Minutes Response Time

Locally & Family Owned

Locally & Family Owned

24/7 Emergency Service

24/7 Emergency Service

Never an Overtime Charge

Never an Overtime Charge

Clear the Floodwater

Clear the floodwater from your furniture as soon as possible after it’s been exposed to water, even if it looks dry on the surface. The longer water sits on wood, the more damage it can do. Even if there was no visible damage when you discovered your flood-stricken home, check all your wooden furniture for signs of water damage every time you walk past it.

Sunlight Is Best For Drying

Sunlight is best for drying out wooden furniture because ultraviolet rays help kill mold spores that could otherwise grow inside your pieces over time and cause damage from within. As long as sunlight isn’t directly hitting your furniture, placing it outside in a sunny spot for several hours will also work well enough to get rid of excess moisture and hasten drying times — just make sure not to leave it out overnight or during heavy rain showers!

Tidal Wave Response - Get It Done Right!

You must remove the water as soon as possible. Even small amounts of water can cause permanent damage to your furniture, walls, and floors. If a flood has already occurred in your home, you will want to partner with the professionals at Tidal Wave Response. We work quickly to remove water damage and begin water damage restoration.

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