I used to think that paying upwards of $300K for an automobile was outrageous – that is until I had the opportunity to test-drive a Rolls-Royce Phantom and see for myself what all the fuss is about. That experience showed me that when it comes to car interiors, you really do get what you pay for. … [Read more...] about Crafting Super Luxury Car Interiors
Archives for June 2012
Auto Upholstery Priced According to Tier
Hotrod & Restoration Magazine recently published an interesting article by Ace Eckleberry of ACE Custom Upholstery & Rod Shop in which he discusses the benefits of offering customers service packages priced according to tier. The piece makes for an interesting read – especially for shops looking to simplify the process through which they give estimates. … [Read more...] about Auto Upholstery Priced According to Tier
Hot Outside? Bake Dashboard Cookies
When the temperature outside hits 95°F, a car's interior transforms into an oven – reaching as high as 200°F. For auto trimmers, who spend a large portion of the day stuck working inside cars, it can feel like we're being baked alive. Today, though, I refuse to let the sun get the best of me. If I'm going to have to suffer heat exhaustion and the embarrassment of a farmer's … [Read more...] about Hot Outside? Bake Dashboard Cookies
Save Big on Stainless Steel Cup Holders
Nothing sets off a hot rod’s interior quite like stainless steel trim and accessories. For me, it’s the contrast of leather next to the polished metal that catches my eye. For others, the stainless steel bears proof that no expense was spared on their vehicle’s interior. But not all stainless steel accessories need to break the bank. Take, for example, cup holders – a must … [Read more...] about Save Big on Stainless Steel Cup Holders
Create Awesome Interiors with Fiberglass
Fabricating interior panels from fiberglass is a skill that auto trimmers often overlook or underutilize. The benefits, however, should not be ignored – as working with this medium allows you to create shapes and structures that cannot be easily done with wood and panel board alone. … [Read more...] about Create Awesome Interiors with Fiberglass
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