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How to Clean and Condition Leather

December 23, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - How to Clean and Condition Leather Upholstery

It's incumbent on every auto upholstery shop to ensure that customers know how to properly care for their leather interiors. Not only does it help them protect their investments, but also bolsters shops' customer service and ensures more people see our work at its best. … [Read more...] about How to Clean and Condition Leather

How Albright’s Supply Saves Shops Money

December 22, 2016 By Nadeem

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Have you ever ordered materials from one supplier only to find out later that another sells the same thing for significantly less? Has a supplier ever charged you more for shipping than the actual product you ordered? Were you ever made to wait so long for a delivery that the customer cancelled the job? Scenarios like this stink. But they’re common when dealing with subpar … [Read more...] about How Albright’s Supply Saves Shops Money

DuPont and the Rise of Faux Leather

December 21, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - DuPont and the Rise of Faux Leather

Tired of seeing luxury cars trimmed in faux leather? Blame DuPont. According to Atlas Obscura, an online travel and history magazine, the chemical giant is largely responsible for introducing fake hides to the auto industry. … [Read more...] about DuPont and the Rise of Faux Leather

That Pink Stain on Your Vinyl is Bacteria

December 19, 2016 By Nadeem

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Forget what you heard about pink stains on white auto and marine vinyl. It's not a type of mildew and there is no way to clean it. The truth is much grosser than that. … [Read more...] about That Pink Stain on Your Vinyl is Bacteria

The Shop Features Bux Customs Interview

December 16, 2016 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - The Shop Features Interview with Bux Customs

Check out our interview with Chris McClintock of Bux Customs in the January 2017 issue of The Shop magazine. … [Read more...] about The Shop Features Bux Customs Interview

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