Reticulated dry-fast foam drains and dries in hours; standard foam holds water and grows mould. Which to use where on your boat, plus cover, thickness and care tips.
Choosing Fabric for a Campervan or RV Interior: An NZ Guide
Vinyl, solution-dyed acrylic, performance weaves or wool? How to pick campervan upholstery fabric that survives NZ sun, condensation, sandy feet and years of use.
Outdoor Fabrics That Survive NZ Sun: A Buying Guide for Kiwi Homes
NZ UV destroys ordinary outdoor fabric in a season or two. This guide explains which fibres, finishes and ratings hold up for cushions, covers and awnings here.
Automotive Vinyl vs Leather Car Seats: What NZ Owners Should Know
Retrimming your car seats? We compare automotive vinyl and leather on cost, heat, UV fade, wear and repairability so NZ owners pick the right car seat material.
Marine Vinyl vs PVC vs Solution-Dyed Acrylic for NZ Boat Upholstery
Boat seats, covers and biminis all need different materials. We compare marine vinyl, PVC coated fabric and solution-dyed acrylic for NZ sun, salt and mould.
NZ Fire Ratings & Marine Fabrics: A Guide for Trade Upholsterers
AS/NZS 1530.3, AS/NZS 3837 group numbers, what the Building Code requires for commercial seating, and how to specify fabrics that survive NZ sun and salt.