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Seam Options for Leather Car Interiors

July 25, 2013 By Nadeem

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LeatherSeats.com recently produced an outstanding video highlighting some of the most common and unique seam options available to clients interested in having their cars upholstered. Take a look! … [Read more...] about Seam Options for Leather Car Interiors

Why Do People Still Love Convertible Tops?

July 24, 2013 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - 2004 Porsche Turbo Convertible

In his latest article for Toronto's The Globe and Mail, car columnist Peter Cheney compares convertible tops to spray tans and breast implants. They "aren’t the best idea," he writes, "but we want them anyway." In terms of engineering, safety and practicality, Cheney is correct. Convertible cars make no rational sense. But every driver I know still dreams of owning one. What … [Read more...] about Why Do People Still Love Convertible Tops?

Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

July 23, 2013 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Trash Bag Convertible Top

Convertible tops can be pricey to repair, which is why some car owners go to great lengths to avoid auto upholstery shops. Instead of having professionals return their cars to top shape, these folks choose the more humiliating DIY route. We've seen drivers fix their convertible tops with wood, duct tape and even umbrellas. But this trash-bag drop top takes the cake. … [Read more...] about Photo: Trash-Bag Convertible Top

You Can Have Your Staple Gun Repaired

July 22, 2013 By Naseem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Rob Martinowski

If your staple gun misfires or is no longer firing at all, chances are it needs repair – not replacement. And we know just the man for the job. … [Read more...] about You Can Have Your Staple Gun Repaired

Why Do People Prefer Leather in Cars?

July 18, 2013 By Nadeem

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Ferrari FF Leather Interior

Captain's chairs that detect looming heart attacks, active perfuming systems, even transparent backseats – you name, cars have it. So why is it that with all this technology, drivers still ask us to trim their cabins in old-fashioned leather hides? BusinessWeek thinks it has the answer. Tell us if you agree. … [Read more...] about Why Do People Prefer Leather in Cars?

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