addnon

So I'm looking to redo my dove grey door panels in black pleather, but I'm not sure what material to use or how to wrap it really. I think the panels will be easy, but I'm interested in learning how to large pieces with curves (dash, center console). Do I need to use a heat gun? I was wondering if there was a guide on this anywhere...just like general tips.

My door panel looks like this except, gray:





Any pointers would be appreciated. Thanks.

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rdholtz

Try and look for "vinyl upholstery tutorial" or "vinyl upholstery instructions".

One thing you might consider is spray coloring for vinyl. Instead of re-wrapping it, how about "painting" it?

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thekl0wn

I've seen good and bad results from the vinyl dye. As with everything else, it's all in the prep work.

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addnon

I've looked into SEM and VHT, and I think I'll pass on those due to the durability issues.

Also, I want to cover my dash which is a hard plastic, and apparently neither of those two products leave a permanent finish.

Do they sell the vinyl at a place like Joann?

rdholtz

Yes, I've gotten vinyl there, and they had several thicknesses of the foam padding you'll want to use.

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Maheriano

Try this as a pseudo guide.

http://www.civicforums.com/forums/7-...els-suede.html

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