If you work in an auto upholstery shop long enough, you’re bound to run into it — a car that’s been sitting for years, brought in for new trim work, and hiding a nasty surprise: a mouse nest. … [Read more...] about Hidden Mouse Nest? How to Charge for the Extra Dirty Work
How Tariffs are Impacting the Auto Upholstery Industry
Businesses across the upholstery industry have been working to adapt to new tariffs introduced by the Trump Administration. These tariffs, aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing and rebalancing trade, have significantly affected the cost of imported goods, especially materials like leather and other textiles commonly used in the automotive sector. … [Read more...] about How Tariffs are Impacting the Auto Upholstery Industry
Built to Handle Anything: The New NC18L Has Landed
NC Carpet Binding & Equipment has officially rolled out its first new machine of the year — the NC18L 18" Long Arm Walking Foot Sewing Machine — and it’s already making waves in the custom upholstery world. Built for power, precision, and long-haul reliability, this machine is engineered to handle everything from thick leather and carpet to multi-ply vinyl and foam-backed … [Read more...] about Built to Handle Anything: The New NC18L Has Landed
Pasha Returns! Porsche’s New 911 Proves Retro Upholstery Rules
Porsche just dropped some big news: They're bringing back the iconic Pasha fabric for their latest special-edition 911 — the 911 Spirit 70 — and it’s a sight for sore eyes (and maybe a little inspiration for your next custom project). … [Read more...] about Pasha Returns! Porsche’s New 911 Proves Retro Upholstery Rules
Bentley is Using AI to Scan for Defects in Leather You Can’t See
Bentley Motors has entered its "robots-with-good-taste" era. … [Read more...] about Bentley is Using AI to Scan for Defects in Leather You Can’t See
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