Headliner makeover
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Headliner makeover
I recently bought an EK hatch and the headliner in it was kinda nasty looking. I have seen some posts on here about painting the floor carpet with a fabric and vinyl paint made by Dupli-color. I figured that since the headliner would hardly ever get touch, this paint should do the trick. Plus it was only like $10 for a couple of cans so if it didn't work all that well I would not be out much money. Here are some before and after pics.
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Re: (4doorekITR)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 4doorekITR »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">looks good..did you spray it in the car or did you take it out??and if so how hard is it to get out,?</TD></TR></TABLE>
I took it out. It was not too bad of a job. I already had most of my interior out anyway, so I decided it was a good time to work on the headliner.
I took it out. It was not too bad of a job. I already had most of my interior out anyway, so I decided it was a good time to work on the headliner.
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Re: (Jakester9500)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Jakester9500 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I would try this, but the paint won't cover the small tears that came with the car. maybe if i had a new headliner...none the less, it looks really good</TD></TR></TABLE>
Just re-cover it. It's simple.
Here's mine:
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?
Just re-cover it. It's simple.
Here's mine:
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?
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yea mine was sagging when i bought my old civic so i re-covered it. u just peel of the top layer then brushed off the foam under it. then go to an arts a crafts store and buy your choice of fabric and a can of adhesive glue
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Re: (starion88esir)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by starion88esir »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes, but nothing major. Since I hardly ever touch it, it's not a big deal to me. Besides, it's not like it feels like sandpaper or anything. lol For a quick and cheap fix, it works perfect! Some people have used it on the floor carpet too, but I would not recommend it.
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?</TD></TR></TABLE>
Yes, but nothing major. Since I hardly ever touch it, it's not a big deal to me. Besides, it's not like it feels like sandpaper or anything. lol For a quick and cheap fix, it works perfect! Some people have used it on the floor carpet too, but I would not recommend it.
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I figured as much. But I've also heard claims of dye not drying and stiffening up the fabric. I call b.s. But like you said, headliners don't get touched really, so it shouldn't be a problem.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by starion88esir »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
Just re-cover it. It's simple.
Here's mine:
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?</TD></TR></TABLE><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 98USDMspec »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">yea mine was sagging when i bought my old civic so i re-covered it. u just peel of the top layer then brushed off the foam under it. then go to an arts a crafts store and buy your choice of fabric and a can of adhesive glue</TD></TR></TABLE>
do you have pics of the headliner in the caR?
Just re-cover it. It's simple.
Here's mine:
Did the dye make the fabric rough feeling?</TD></TR></TABLE><TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 98USDMspec »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">yea mine was sagging when i bought my old civic so i re-covered it. u just peel of the top layer then brushed off the foam under it. then go to an arts a crafts store and buy your choice of fabric and a can of adhesive glue</TD></TR></TABLE>
do you have pics of the headliner in the caR?
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Re: (Jakester9500)
No, not yet. I have the other pieces out to paint them. Ran out of paint, and one of them was geting fish eyes. So it won't be back in until they're painted.
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Re: (chero112)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by chero112 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">looks good..... how long did it take you to do.......</TD></TR></TABLE>
Not sure if you're asking me or the original poster. But if you're asking me, I had it knocked out in about an hour. That includes all trimming and tucking of the edges. I also do it in sections to make sure that there are no bubbles or ripples that get looked over.
I've also done other headliners and even covered a, b and c pillars before.
Here's a shot of my roommate/ex's GTI that I did. It doesn't have the oh **** handles, map lights or sunroof controls i yet since this was when I just mocked everything up. The bulge by the oh **** handle is the wiring connector for the map light. The headliner is suede and the pillar covers are silk.
Oh, and the grey stip is part of the weather stripping. A new set runs over $600 so she's settling with the grey for a bit.
Not sure if you're asking me or the original poster. But if you're asking me, I had it knocked out in about an hour. That includes all trimming and tucking of the edges. I also do it in sections to make sure that there are no bubbles or ripples that get looked over.
I've also done other headliners and even covered a, b and c pillars before.
Here's a shot of my roommate/ex's GTI that I did. It doesn't have the oh **** handles, map lights or sunroof controls i yet since this was when I just mocked everything up. The bulge by the oh **** handle is the wiring connector for the map light. The headliner is suede and the pillar covers are silk.
Oh, and the grey stip is part of the weather stripping. A new set runs over $600 so she's settling with the grey for a bit.
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Re: (4drEgLs)
Well here is some pics of my headliner I did, Im pretty happy with the way it came out. its a hit or miss thing some people like it and others hate it. But the ones that hate it usually change there mind when I pop the hood and show them the built motor.
JDM Geshia girls FTW
JDM Geshia girls FTW
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That's a pretty neat headliner. First two pictures it looks like roses or something, I was just thinking I hope it's a chick's car, but geishas are the ****!
Edit: Guess I'll add pics of mine installed
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Edit: Guess I'll add pics of mine installed
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