It's no secret that we're big fans of Tracy Weaver of Recovery Room Hot Rod Interiors in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Not only is he a master craftsman and innovator, but also a trendsetter, whose designs have inspired countless builds throughout the auto upholstery industry. Nearly five years after interviewing Tracy for our "10 Questions" interview series, we recently caught up … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 10 Questions for Tracy Weaver
Quotes, Estimates and Ballpark Figures
When it comes to pricing jobs over the phone, we all know there are only three ways a call can go: (1) It's a straightforward project for which the price is set, (2) There are so many factors involved that you can't possibly give a price without seeing the vehicle first, or (3) The request is a bit complicated, but you could probably give the customer a rough idea of what it … [Read more...] about Quotes, Estimates and Ballpark Figures
Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look
Auto upholstery professionals who work with leather must develop a deep knowledge of its characteristics. After all, there’s a lot to consider: quality, grain, color, feeling, durability, treatment, application, etc. … [Read more...] about Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look
SEMA’s Nat Danas Scholarship is Back!
If you’re enrolled in an auto upholstery program, like at Wyotech or McPherson College, you might be eligible for either the SEMA Memorial Scholarship or Loan Forgiveness Program. … [Read more...] about SEMA’s Nat Danas Scholarship is Back!
Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 3
Day three of the 2016 SEMA Show was awesome. After two days of visiting booths and networking with company reps, we finally had a chance to walk the outdoor car show, take in some live rock music and watch a whole lot of crazy vehicle drifting. Of course, we also attended a few informational and skill-building seminars. … [Read more...] about Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 3
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