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Kee Auto Top Shares Convertible Care Tips

November 6, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi Leave a Comment

Kee Auto Top Shares Convertible Care Tips

Kee Auto Top dedicated its November 2015 newsletter to sharing tips on how to care for a convertible top during the winter season and measure bow height — two skills every successful auto upholsterer needs to know. … [Read more...] about Kee Auto Top Shares Convertible Care Tips

7 Considerations When Retrofitting Buckets

September 10, 2015 By Naseem Muaddi 1 Comment

7 Considerations When Retrofitting Buckets

Lately it seems every car owner wants to swap his front bench seat for two buckets, or upgrade his existing buckets to a more stylish, comfortable or sporty set. To a lot of folks, the swap sounds easy: simply unbolt the old seat and bolt in the new one. However, auto upholsterers know that retrofits are rarely that simple. In fact, most require a lot of careful … [Read more...] about 7 Considerations When Retrofitting Buckets

Pro Tip: How to Mold Automotive Leather

August 3, 2015 By Naseem Muaddi 12 Comments

Pro Tip: How to Mold Automotive Leather

Interested in learning how to wrap virtually any plastic interior component in leather? Then check out this pro tip video by Cesar, a master auto upholsterer turned teacher, who shares his knowledge on YouTube. … [Read more...] about Pro Tip: How to Mold Automotive Leather

Spray Glue Tips With DLT Upholstery Supply

August 19, 2013 By Nadeem Muaddi Leave a Comment

Spray Glue Tips With DLT Upholstery Supply

DLT Upholstery Supply is celebrating its 50th edition of "DLT News" with a new name, layout and format. Now called "The Upholstery & Trim News," the monthly newsletter will not only provide upholstery professionals with the latest on DLT's sales and promotions, but industry news and tips as well. … [Read more...] about Spray Glue Tips With DLT Upholstery Supply

Car Interiors: From Drawing to Reality

September 5, 2012 By Naseem Muaddi Leave a Comment

Car Interiors: From Drawing to Reality

Like artists painting canvas, auto trimmers design car interiors by choosing from a vast palette of colors and textures. However, the combinations we choose – or advice our customers to choose – aren’t always easy to explain without reference. That’s why I always advice trimmers to use illustrations. … [Read more...] about Car Interiors: From Drawing to Reality

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