psvalentine
Active Member
Has anyone attempted to DIY the upholstery? I have the foam set for the rear seats. A pattern is provided. But it has so many inaccuracies without any instructions. Any advice would be appreciated.
Susan
Susan
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DIY Upholstery
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carolsyracuse
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Susan
I have covered many seats,including the RV-10 front seats, but not the rv-10 rear seats. I remember looking at the foam vs the pattern and they did not seem to match. The picture on the website shows the layout like this
The back would be pretty straightforward. If that pattern doesn't match the rectangular size with 3/8-5/8" seam allowance, then I would suggest you make your own pattern. The bottom seat cushion is odd.
The question is do you cover it as one piece or two. With that large gap in the front I am not sure. We have oregon aero rear seats and the bottom cushion is solid and does not have that gap.
I have covered many seats,including the RV-10 front seats, but not the rv-10 rear seats. I remember looking at the foam vs the pattern and they did not seem to match. The picture on the website shows the layout like this
The back would be pretty straightforward. If that pattern doesn't match the rectangular size with 3/8-5/8" seam allowance, then I would suggest you make your own pattern. The bottom seat cushion is odd.
The question is do you cover it as one piece or two. With that large gap in the front I am not sure. We have oregon aero rear seats and the bottom cushion is solid and does not have that gap.
psvalentine
Active Member
Carol, the bottom isn't quite that peculiar. But it is odd shaped for sure. I started on the back of the seat first. The biggest issue I'm having is the fabric doesn't stay against the back ( where you lean). Is gluing necessary?
The foam for the back of the seat doesn't have that crossbar of foam.
psvalentine
Active Member
At this point I'm ready to find an automotive shop to do the upholstery. That is if I ever get my front seats.
carolsyracuse
Well Known Member
What material are you using. The only time I used glue was when using ultra leather. Due to its 4 way stretch it didn't lay flat. Interesting there is no crossbar of foam. If you glue, most likely if you ever have to recover, the foam will not come out cleanly. Since you are close calling it quits, I would try using this temporary glue to see if it holds the fabric down.
If it fixes your issue, if/when it comes loose, then use the 3M Hi strength adhesive for a permanent solution.
If it fixes your issue, if/when it comes loose, then use the 3M Hi strength adhesive for a permanent solution.
psvalentine
Active Member
Hi Carol,
I've attached a photo of a bottom seat cushion. Is it what yours look like?
Also, a picture of my first attempt at a seat back in an upholstery fabric. The final cover will be a faux leather.
As you can see the center doesn't lay down to the back. With your experience what do you suggest? Is it overall just too small?
I've attached a photo of a bottom seat cushion. Is it what yours look like?
Also, a picture of my first attempt at a seat back in an upholstery fabric. The final cover will be a faux leather.
As you can see the center doesn't lay down to the back. With your experience what do you suggest? Is it overall just too small?
carolsyracuse
Well Known Member
I sent a private conversation message.
roadrunner20
Well Known Member
There's a special kind of white velcro cloth that you would glue one side to the foam & the other to the fabric. It's super stong holding. I can't think of it off hand, but I'll post an update with a link of a supplier.
Update: Velcro Zebra Loop
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vfrazier
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Here's an old post on how I made my seats from start to finish. Might be useful. Might make you laugh hysterically. Those seats are still in service.
upholstery
vincesrocket.com
carolsyracuse
Well Known Member
Vince
I love the narrative and they turned out well.
