Did you know that you can buy scratch & dent convertible tops for a fraction of the price? Well, "scratch and dent" might be too harsh of a term. These tops look good and work well, but have some minor flaws. … [Read more...] about Heard of ‘Scratch & Dent’ Convertible Tops?
Repair Dashboards with Vacuum Forming
Most auto upholstery shops repair vehicle dashboards by either installing a replacement dash pad or covering the old one in new foam and vinyl. However, there is a third option that’s all too often overlooked – sending out your customer’s dashboard for thermo vacuum forming. … [Read more...] about Repair Dashboards with Vacuum Forming
Katzkin-Rawlings Baseball Seat Covers
Baseball fans brace yourselves, the MLB postseason is finally here! And with it comes the usual fun and excitement of ace pitching, clutch hitting and game-changing runs. For auto upholstery shops, there’s also the added bonus of selling baseball-inspired leather interior kits – sold by Katzkin and officially licensed by Rawlings. … [Read more...] about Katzkin-Rawlings Baseball Seat Covers
What’s Your Type of Upholstery Shop?
Auto upholstery isn’t a uniform industry where all shops look the same, work the same or even charge the same. It’s comprised of independent businesses – mostly mom and pop operations – that put in long hours and a lot of hard work to stand out. While some shops do general repairs, others focus solely on restyling, hot rod interiors or motorcycle seats. Most operate out of … [Read more...] about What’s Your Type of Upholstery Shop?
Make Custom Headliners like Ron Mangus
Want to learn how to make custom headliners? Ron Mangus is offering a special two-day extended seminar in October on how he does it. Believe us, if there’s one person you want to learn from, it’s this guy. His award-winning designs have been featured in magazines from Street Rodder to Super Chevy, and he’s even written a couple books. … [Read more...] about Make Custom Headliners like Ron Mangus
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