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DAP Introduces Men’s Weldwood Hair Gel

April 1, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

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DAP, the manufacturer of Weldwood Contact Adhesive, is expanding its product line to include men's hair care and styling essentials. … [Read more...] about DAP Introduces Men’s Weldwood Hair Gel

Review: DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

April 1, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Review DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

There’s a lot of money to be made in installing and repairing sunroofs. However, not every auto upholstery shop has the technical expertise to offer the service. Fortunately, the DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof is quick and easy to install. … [Read more...] about Review: DECANO Self-Adhesive Sunroof

Kia to Sell Upholstery-Optional Rio

April 1, 2016 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - 2016 Kia Rio Interior

Thanks to its record-low price, the 2016 Nissan Versa is dominating the affordable car market. But with the U.S. economy still down and automakers needing to increase sales, some marquees are eliminating basic features to decrease their prices and compete with the Versa for the position of most affordable new car in America. One such brand is Kia Motors, which just announced … [Read more...] about Kia to Sell Upholstery-Optional Rio

Nauga Added to Endangered Species List

April 1, 2015 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Naugahyde

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) on Wednesday placed the nauga on its list of endangered species, sparking fears throughout the auto upholstery industry that access to its beloved hide may soon be restricted. … [Read more...] about Nauga Added to Endangered Species List

Opel Introduces Real Grass Upholstery

April 1, 2014 By Nadeem Muaddi

Auto Upholstery - The Hog Ring - Opel Astra Copacabana

With "green upholstery" all the rage, German automaker Adam Opel AG debuted it's newest car today, the Astra Copacabana — which, among other things, features real grass upholstery on its seats and sand carpeting. … [Read more...] about Opel Introduces Real Grass Upholstery

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