Behind many auto upholstery shops, there is a wife or mother helping to keep things together. Whether they work behind the scenes balancing the books and paying the bills or in the garage operating the sewing machines and fitting seat covers, their contributions and support helps keep our shops operating like well-oiled machines. Today The Hog Ring celebrates mothers and the … [Read more...] about Celebrating Mothers in Auto Upholstery
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Study: Flame-Retardant Foams Ignite
You may be under the impression that the types of foam your auto upholstery shop uses are flame retardant. But according to a recent study overseen by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, many flame-retardant foams ignite just as quickly and intensely as regular foam – a safety issue we should all be concerned about. … [Read more...] about Study: Flame-Retardant Foams Ignite
The Lamborghini Urus Concept SUV
What's so practical about a 600-horsepower super-luxury family SUV? Apparently the interior. Critics can't stop raving about the Lamborghini Urus Concept - which is said to be roomy enough to use as a daily driver and take on road trips with the wife and kids in tow. What has me slack-jawwed, though, is its seats. Sliced into leather-trimmed single cushions, it has a … [Read more...] about The Lamborghini Urus Concept SUV
Bose Sets Its Sights on Soundproofing
Hot cars and good music go hand-in-hand, so it's not surprising that auto upholstery shops often take the placement of sound technology into consideration when custom fabricating interiors – especially trunks, consoles and door panels. Often, the aim is to enhance sound quality. But if Bose has its way, we'll soon be designing interiors around technology developed to stamp-out … [Read more...] about Bose Sets Its Sights on Soundproofing
Kyle Caswell Wins Comment of the Week
Congratulations to Kyle Caswell of South Hoosier Hot Rods in Madison, Indiana for winning The Hog Ring‘s contest for “Comment of the Week“. Kyle takes home this week’s prize: 25 yards of black Naugahyde fabric and an 8 oz spool of 270 contrast thread! … [Read more...] about Kyle Caswell Wins Comment of the Week





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