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5 Ways to Handle Difficult Customers

October 10, 2011 By Nadeem

  We’ve all experienced difficult customers before. You know the type – they complain about your prices; drop by everyday to “see how things are coming along”; nitpick on your work before the job is even finished; and - even after you meet all of their requirements – still aren’t satisfied. Fortunately, there are ways to handle difficult customers. Here are the … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Handle Difficult Customers

Transition from Furniture to Auto Upholstery

October 6, 2011 By Nadeem

Furniture upholsterers interested in taking on more auto trim jobs or making a complete transition into the field of auto upholstery should check out Upholstery Journal's latest article "Custom Automotive Upholstery".  It serves as a good introduction into the world of cars. … [Read more...] about Transition from Furniture to Auto Upholstery

Avoiding Flood-Damage Car Scams

October 2, 2011 By Nadeem

With Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee behind us, the auto market will undoubtedly see an increase in the number of flood-damaged cars available for sale. While most private owners and used-car dealers will do the right thing and register the cars' titles as salvaged or flood-damaged, others will not. Hoping to make a quick buck, some heartless folks will ship the cars … [Read more...] about Avoiding Flood-Damage Car Scams

Find a Job in Auto Upholstery

September 30, 2011 By Nadeem

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Are you an out-of-work auto trimmer? Fear not. We’ve scoured the internet for the latest employment opportunities in the field of auto upholstery and posted them on our jobs page. Best of all, we’ll continue to do so every week – so check back often! … [Read more...] about Find a Job in Auto Upholstery

Report: Shortage of Vehicle Carpets

September 26, 2011 By Nadeem

A shortage of vehicle carpets and floormats, caused by flood damage at a key supplier in Pennsylvania, has forced at least five Chrysler and General Motors assembly plants to cut production. As auto trimmers, this shortage may affect us as well - as it could result in a temporary increase in the price of automotive carpeting. … [Read more...] about Report: Shortage of Vehicle Carpets

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