Rayco Upholstery

We upholster custom interiors for cars, boats, aviation, commercial, industrial and medical.


How to Care for Your Clear Plastic Boat Windows 

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Boating season is almost here and we couldn’t be more excited! Is your boat in a top-notch shape?  

With over 65 years in business, Rayco Upholstery technicians have possibly seen every scenario in boat upholstery. Since proper care is crucial in extending your boat’s life span, in today’s post we want to share our knowledge with you. If you want to learn how to care for your clear plastic boat windows, otherwise known as eisenglass to boaters, please keep reading. 

 

How to Care for Your Clear Plastic Boat Windows 

 

  1.  When using chemicals to clean your boat, be careful around vinyl! Splashing will cause damage on the clear surfaces. For cleaning eisenglass, use proper products designed for the job. The good choices are: Plexus, Imar, 210, and Davies Klear to Sea. Stay away from Coleman fuel, Rain-X and such. 
  2. Check if it’s time to replace your old vinyl. If your snaps, fabric and zippers are still in good condition, it’s going to be less expensive than replacing the entire enclosure. 
  3. Store your boat enclosure panels clean and dry. You can use sheets or towels in between them.
  4. Always keep your canvas snapped into place when you’re not using you boat. This will slow down any shrinking and keep your vinyl wrinkle free. 

  

boat upholstery care tipsIn addition, when caring for plastic boat windows, remember that burns, UV degradation and scratches cannot be removed from clear vinyl. In fact, even light scratches can be improved but never fully removed. When it comes to indentations caused by storage, those usually come out of plastic over time. Last but not least, if you’re looking for an experienced upholstery shop in Delaware or Tri-State area, don’t hesitate to contact Rayco Upholstery!  

 Rayco Upholstery Delaware

302.323.8844 | www.delawareupholstery.com  

 

10 Things to Consider Before You Choose the Right Upholstery Shop 

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Being in this business for over 70 years, here at Rayco Upholstery we often get asked about the referrals in the automotive industry and how to find the right upholstery shop for your needs.  

Since we know a thing or two, we thought it would be a good idea to share our tips for finding the right upholstery shop for you! Here’s 10 things to consider before you hand over your vehicle to the shop: 

 Finding the Right Upholstery Shop

 

  1.  Make sure the specific upholstery shop you’re looking up has been in business (and at the same location) for a longer period of time. This will ensure a great deal of experience and solid work from that location.
  2. Following up with #1, ask around. A LOT. The reputation of the shop will tell you a lot about the work you may be paying for.
  3.  Don’t hesitate to ask for referrals in the automotive industry. Chances are your mechanic or local dealership have a good upholstery contact to share.
  4. Get as many estimates as possible before you hand over your vehicle. We cannot stress it enough. 
  5. The way you receive your estimate is just as important. If the upholstery employee explained your options and told you exactly what service you’ll need,plus why and how it will be executed, then you should be in good hands. 
  6. What about the quality of the materials being used to replace or repair your vehicle? 
  7. Ask as many questions as you can regarding the work that needs to be done on your vehicle. Is it just a repair or a full replacement? 
  8. Is the shop clean and safe? Better yet, is it insured? Don’t leave your vehicle at the shop before you know everything about the location. 
  9. Ask whether your vehicle will be parked inside or outside. In some instances, they may want to leave it on the side of the street by the shop. It’s up to you to decide whether you’re comfortable with it or not! 
  10. Last but not least, don’t settle for the cheapest estimate just to save some money. More often than not, it will end up costing you more in the long run anyway. 

 

Do you feel confident about making your decision now? If you’re looking for an experienced upholstery shop in Delaware or Tri-State area, don’t hesitate to contact Rayco Upholstery! 

Rayco Upholstery Delaware

302.323.8844 | www.delawareupholstery.com 

3 Reasons Why It’s Important to Invest in Commercial Upholstery

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As business owners, you probably already know that professionally upholstered furniture is an investment worth taking care of. Whether you own a restaurant or bar, the employees and customers use your space every single day. This is one of the main reasons why it’s crucial that the furniture people sit on all the time can endure heavy usage.

Commercial Upholstery DelawareAnother reason why your business should invest in commercial upholstery is the cleaning routine. Furniture at restaurants and bars faces a lot of spills and food mishaps on daily basis, which can cause the upholstery to fade or become discolored if not maintained properly. Having a proved cleaning routine established will ensure your furniture will look, feel, and retain its quality much longer.

Let’s not forget about staying on brand. You don’t want your customers to walk into your place of business and have a feeling like nothing makes sense inside, do you? If the furniture at your restaurant or bar is outdated or does not mirror your current branding, it might be time to hire professionals to update the commercial upholstery for you.

3 Reasons Why It's Important to Invest in Commercial UpholsteryThat being said, Rayco’s Commercial Upholstery Department provides our clients with superior upholstery restorations from bar stools to restaurant booths and dining chairs. We offer hundreds of color fabrics with choices from cloths, leather and vinyl. Our staff has over 70 years of combined knowledge and experience in commercial upholstery cleaning and repairs. In fact, there probably isn’t a job we have not done!

Ready to upholster your commercial furniture in Delaware or Tri-State area? Call us now!

Rayco Upholstery Delaware

302.323.8844 | www.delawareupholstery.com

 

Anatomy of a Convertible Top: Where to Buy it and Why

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Anatomy of a Convertible Top Where to Buy it and WhyHaving almost 60 years of combined experience in classic car upholstery, here at Rayco we take pride in educating our customers and answering any questions they may have.

We know taking care of your classic car can be much sometimes. Especially, when it comes to upholstery. That is why we reached out to our trusted supplier – Electron Top Manufacturing Company – to talk all things convertible top.

 

 One of the least expensive tops you can buy is one that fits properly.

recited by Harold Pitman of Harold Pittmanns trim Piedmont, SC

Anatomy of a convertible top

Convertibles tops face a myriad of natural elements: snow, UV light, wind, high speeds, rain and cold temperatures, so it is imperative that the construction of the materials used in producing a convertible top are adequate and able to hold up.

Convertible tops, like clothing, rely on the quality of materials used and how good the patterns were made to fit the different body types/cars and the manner in which they were constructed. Needless to say, reinforcements are a must for areas of a convertible top that receive the most wear and tear.

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When you buy a top online…

When you purchase a top online with the intention of bringing it to an upholsterer to install, it is similar to bringing your own food to a restaurant and asking them to cook it. Yes, the upholsterers mark up they make on the products but that is only to ensure you will receive a warrantee for the product they supply. They will be willing to handle any problems you may have in the future and they will do their best to make sure you are happy with the job they do.

Reputable Upholsterers are fair and interested in maintaining their reputation. It is best to let them get the product for you. In addition, Upholsterers establish relationships with their manufacturers. If something goes awry with the product they have recommended, they have the responsibility of getting it taken care of with their supplier for you.

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Who will install it?

Upholstery shops are Craftsman that have spent their career learning to install convertible tops and do upholstery. They have built their reputation on the quality of their work and the quality of the products they supply. You can be sure they will use a convertible top that fits right and will hold up through their warrantee. Tops that fail cost upholstery shops both time and money.

What should a car owner do when they need their top replaced?

Find upholstery shops in your area, visit with them, ask questions and educate yourself. Question them as to how long they have been doing this kind of work, what is their warrantee, whose convertible tops do they use and why?

 

Ready to upholster your classic car in Delaware or Tri-State area? Call us now!  Our staff has over 70 years of combined knowledge and experience in auto upholstery cleaning and repairs. In fact, there probably isn’t a job we have not done!

302.323.8844 | www.delawareupholstery.com

What You Should Know about Classic Auto Upholstery and Interiors

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What You Should Know about Classic Auto Upholstery and InteriorsCaring for your classic cars such as convertibles comes with a lot of responsibility. Especially, if you love your car just as much as your child and you are not new to regular visits at the upholstery shop.

Truthfully, custom upholstery can be expensive, but there’s always ways to save money while still getting that quality job you need done properly.

Today, our experts share 4 things you should know about Classic Auto Upholstery and Interiors.

What You Should Know About Classic Auto Upholstery

 

  1. Plan ahead. Finding an upholstery shop early on in the process will ensure you get a better cost estimation, along with an experienced interior craftsman who can provide pointers on making sure body fabrication or paint work will match up with the interior work.
  2. Find the Right Upholstery Shop. It’s important to choose an auto upholstery shop that can back up its work. Check out the shop, talk to the owner or the manager, see the experts on site and if possible, do some research to find photos of their past work. The most trust-worthy and qualified upholstery shops will be happy to talk to you before you decide to go with their service.
  3. Use Quality Materials. Our #1 advice – DO NOT think you can save money on the materials that you bring to the shop on your own. More often than not, it will end up costing you more than you thought. Nobody will know better on what kind of covering materials your car will need to make it look and work best than the upholstery experts at the shop. If you decide to go with your own materials and something goes wrong, you’re on your own.
  4. Don’t Forget about the Upkeep. Getting your upholstery work at the shop doesn’t mean you’re done caring for your car. If you want to save yourself more material maintenance trips to the shop in the future, make sure to not smoke in your car, clean any spills as soon as they happen and of course, invest in professional detailing. All those steps will ensue your car will preserve the interior and keep its value.

For more information on how to prepare your classic car for upholstery, read this article.

 

Ready to upholster your classic car in Delaware or Tri-State area? Call us now!  Our staff has over 70 years of combined knowledge and experience in auto upholstery cleaning and repairs. In fact, there probably isn’t a job we have not done!

Rayco Upholstery has been a family owned and operated business for over 40 years.  We are A+ rated with the BBB and are a member of the New Castle County Chamber of Commerce.

302.323.8844 | www.delawareupholstery.com

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Family owned and operated for forty years, Rayco strictly become an upholstery shop in 2011 and no longer does mechanical repair. We upholster autos, boats, medical, commercial and industrial furnishings.

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We upholster custom interiors for cars, boats, commercial, industrial and medical. Convertible tops, leather installs and repairs. Boat canvas and tops replacement and repairs. Medical facilities, refineries, restaurants, boat and auto carpet, headliners, etc..  
 
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