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Upholstery Trimmer

Average Experienced Upholstery Trimmer Hourly Pay in South Africa

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R29.45
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Avg. Base Hourly Rate (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 27.51
MEDIAN
ZAR 29.45
75%
ZAR 53.06

The average hourly pay for an Upholstery Trimmer is R29.45 in 2025

Hourly Rate
R28 - R53
Total Pay
R58k - R103k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Jul 19 2022)
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What Do Upholstery Trimmers Do?

Upholstery Trimmer Tasks
  • Originally cover or reupholster furniture with fabric or synthetic material.
  • Provide restoration services to the wooden or metal frames of reupholstered furniture.
  • Customize furniture upholstery design according to designer specifications.
  • Measure, cut, stretch, and fasten coverings to frames of furniture.
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Common Health Benefits for a Upholstery Trimmer

None
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Gender Breakdown for Upholstery Trimmers

Male
75.0%
Female
25.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Upholstery Trimmers

What is the highest pay for Upholstery Trimmers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Upholstery Trimmer is ZARNaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Upholstery Trimmers?

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How can Upholstery Trimmers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Upholstery Trimmer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Upholstery Trimmer that oversees more junior Upholstery Trimmers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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