When it comes to pricing jobs over the phone, we all know there are only three ways a call can go: (1) It's a straightforward project for which the price is set, (2) There are so many factors involved that you can't possibly give a price without seeing the vehicle first, or (3) The request is a bit complicated, but you could probably give the customer a rough idea of what it … [Read more...] about Quotes, Estimates and Ballpark Figures
Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look
Auto upholstery professionals who work with leather must develop a deep knowledge of its characteristics. After all, there’s a lot to consider: quality, grain, color, feeling, durability, treatment, application, etc. … [Read more...] about Use Hydes’ Leather for that ‘Molded’ Look
SEMA’s Nat Danas Scholarship is Back!
If you’re enrolled in an auto upholstery program, like at Wyotech or McPherson College, you might be eligible for either the SEMA Memorial Scholarship or Loan Forgiveness Program. … [Read more...] about SEMA’s Nat Danas Scholarship is Back!
Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 3
Day three of the 2016 SEMA Show was awesome. After two days of visiting booths and networking with company reps, we finally had a chance to walk the outdoor car show, take in some live rock music and watch a whole lot of crazy vehicle drifting. Of course, we also attended a few informational and skill-building seminars. … [Read more...] about Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 3
Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 2
The 2016 SEMA Show is on fire! We're networking with industry leaders, learning about new products and checking out some jaw-dropping interior projects. There's a ton to see and report on — which we’ll be doing in a series of articles that will be published on The Hog Ring over the next few weeks. … [Read more...] about Report Back: 2016 SEMA Show, Day 2
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