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Transition from Furniture to Auto Upholstery

October 6, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

Furniture upholsterers interested in taking on more auto trim jobs or making a complete transition into the field of auto upholstery should check out Upholstery Journal's latest article "Custom Automotive Upholstery". It serves as a good introduction into the world of cars. … [Read more...] about Transition from Furniture to Auto Upholstery

Avoiding Flood-Damage Car Scams

October 2, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

With Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee behind us, the auto market will undoubtedly see an increase in the number of flood-damaged cars available for sale. While most private owners and used-car dealers will do the right thing and register the cars' titles as salvaged or flood-damaged, others will not. Hoping to make a quick buck, some heartless folks will ship the cars … [Read more...] about Avoiding Flood-Damage Car Scams

JD’s 2011 Interior Satisfaction Study

September 21, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

According to JD Power & Associate’s 2011 Interior Quality and Satisfaction Study, more than two-thirds of the problems reported by new car owners reflect dissatisfaction with the design of their vehicles' interior features. While that's unfortunate for automakers and new car owners, it does present interesting opportunities for auto trimmers. Providing solutions to … [Read more...] about JD’s 2011 Interior Satisfaction Study

10 Tools Your Shop Shouldn’t Skimp On

September 12, 2011 By Naseem Muaddi

Not every tool you own needs to be a Snap-On, Matco or Craftsman. Sometimes a cheap, average-quality tool will do just fine. However, there are some tools that no auto upholstery shop can afford to skimp on. In some cases, they may be expensive – but they’re necessary because we depend on them to make our work more efficient and effective. … [Read more...] about 10 Tools Your Shop Shouldn’t Skimp On

Trimming Cars in Designer Fabrics

September 3, 2011 By Nadeem Muaddi

There’s a growing subculture among auto enthusiasts that could affect the types of materials your trim shop carries. Folks, who have expensive taste, are incorporating high-end designer fabrics in the their vehicles' interiors. Inspired by the look and feel of designer-brand handbags, these people are asking auto trim shops to upholster their cars in Gucci, Fendi, Burberry and … [Read more...] about Trimming Cars in Designer Fabrics