Looking For Replacement Leather Car Upholstery

By Anna Stewart


Many cars that are on the road today will have leather seats and trim as standard or as an optional extra. After a period of time the hide will suffer wear and in some cases may crack after being exposed to the sun. If you are looking for replacement leather car upholstery there are many suppliers to choose from and some care is needed.

When the seats in your car are starting to look past their best and you want to replace them you will have two options. You can purchase a brand new interior from a manufacturer and this is going to be costly. A cheaper alternative is to have the existing seats and trim recovered by a specialist firm and there are many companies available.

When you choose to buy a new leather interior from the people who made your car you will need to visit one of their dealers and place an order. You will have to provide a few details about your vehicle and they will contact the factory and order the necessary items. If you are the owner of an imported vehicle then you may have to wait for the order to be shipped from overseas.

There are companies in Dallas TX that specialize in recovering car seats and trim in new leather in a range of colors. You can leave the vehicle with them and they will do the work or you can remove the seats and trim and send them away. When you are using a courier to ship your items it is essential that every item is packed properly for the journey.

Searching the web can produce good results and there are many online companies that specialize in car upholstery. You can log on to their web sites for more information and this can help with your final decision. You will be given style and color options and many of the companies will make bespoke interiors if you want something unique.

Another cost effective option is to go along to your local junk yard to see if they have any interiors that they have removed from damaged cars. Many vehicles are damaged each year and if they are beyond repair the insides are usually still in good condition. Most junk yards that sell items will have a web site and it is worth browsing a few to see what is available.

If you own a rare or older vehicle and you are looking for replacement upholstery it may be worth contacting a classic car club. Many enthusiasts who restore old cars will have a lot of spares stored away and they may be able to help you. There are also monthly magazines with adverts for car interiors and these are worth checking out.

It is essential to keep the leather seats of your car well maintained so that they last longer and do not wear. They should be cleaned regularly and kept free from dust and debris and always keep them away from direct sunlight. Specialist treatments are available from auto stores which can be applied to the hide which feeds it and keeps it supple.




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