Recent reports indicate that the price of foam is on the rise – increasing as much as 22 percent, according to some estimates. Experts say that a shortage in toluene disocyanate (TDI) – a chemical used to manufacture the type of foam commonly found in car seats and household furniture – is to blame. … [Read more...] about The Price of Foam is on the Rise
Auto Upholstery
Auto Upholstery Forum Connects Shops
It’s been a week since we launched our new auto upholstery forum and the response has been tremendous! Great conversations have been started and trimmers are connecting from all over the world. … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery Forum Connects Shops
KAR Quality Wins Comment of the Week
Congratulations to Karen Edwards of KAR Quality Upholstery in Sparks, Nevada for winning The Hog Ring's contest for "Comment of the Week". Karen takes home this week's prize: top-of-the-line Kretzer shears! … [Read more...] about KAR Quality Wins Comment of the Week
Happy St. Patrick’s Day: Donk Car!
We'd like to wish all our friends a very happy and safe St. Patty's Day! And what better way to celebrate than with a Lucky Charms themed "donk" car? … [Read more...] about Happy St. Patrick’s Day: Donk Car!
Selecting the Correct Needle Point
Keystone Sewing Company has made available a handy guide that auto trimmers can use to determine the correct needle point needed to achieve a particular stitch or seam appearance. The guide, originally published by Groz-Beckert, is a must read for all auto upholstery professionals. … [Read more...] about Selecting the Correct Needle Point
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