DIY Custom door upholstery tutorial (no sewing machine required embossed flames and badge)

this video will show you how to emboss Flames and car logo's on to flat upholstery panels that can be used for door trims, parcel trays and more.
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[@SDTribal]

Good job mate! This will come in handy as I just started a project car- the more I watched the show I suddenly had a brain switch, the flames suddenly flipped and the flames reversed into swimming sperm- look for yourselves! Problem is I now have to keep flipping my brain as it wanders to the “other side” now haha!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Hahah I didn’t notice this but not it’s just about all I can see😅

[@twistedtrucker2359]

Now I can’t see anything but swimming sperm!!!! 😂😂😂

[@ThreeDaysOfDan]

trying to impregnate that chevy logo lmao

[@leezy7787]

The more drugs I do the closer I get to understanding. On my way!

[@HalfAssHomestead]

I went down one heck of a rabbit hole to get to this one. But I'm glad I did. Dude that is awesome!

[@SamsProjectBench]

I’m glad you found it thanks for watching 👍

[@DannyRayburn-mn3tx]

it sure turned out gorgeous! I love it!

[@jameskleist4019]

I watched your video because I am a Chevy man. ... then I learned something from your work, and I got some great ideas of my own. Thank you.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your very welcome I’m glad you found some value in the video thank you for watching

[@daboss59]

The Mystical Concept was soo simply Explained . There is No limit once 9ne gets the BASICS understood. Thank you so much for taking the time to cover this. Very very Neatly D

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you for watching the video. I’m very glad that you were able to get value from the video 👍

[@laughingsharpie]

Not gonna lie, when I saw the open cell foam, so thin at that, I didn't think this would work. Turned out great! Can't wait to try this! Well done!!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Yes it’s surprising how thin the materials can be for this method to work 👌

[@johnschuster9192]

Thanks so much for all the magic tricks! You have inspired me to try my door panels...1967 chevelle

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your very welcome. I’m glad I could inspire you

[@spaceinvader992]

Thanks mate your help is greatly appreciated and you are very easy to understand and precise.

[@andrewlowrey9466]

Amazing tutorial, your directions are so detailed and thorough. Can't wait to watch more videos to learn from you. Thank you and keep up the great work.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you for watching the video I’m glad you got value from it 👍

[@envisionCamusa]

Thanks, now I can't unsee it. 👍🤣😂

[@crazedman6786]

Excellent instructional video. Fantastic details. Keep it up. Excellent job!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you 👍 I’m glad you liked the video

[@61066clocks]

WOW ,That turned out nice.Thanks for the step by step tutorial,

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your very welcome thank you for watching 👍

[@myoneblackfriend3151]

This is great! I will be doing this! Fantastic!

[@3dconceptsofutah757]

Looks great! Thanks for the tutorial!

[@donngrimes6179]

Thank you for sharing!! You made it look easy. I know it will take some practice. Thanks again.

[@MegaGuitarpicker]

Thanks! Very informative!

[@jluc155]

Thank you for this amazing tutorial..

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your more than welcome, thank you for watching the video I’m glad you were able to get value from it 👍

[@2102Chris]

Very nice work and easy to understand tutorial. Thank you for sharing this

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your welcome thank you for watching

[@dave5833]

Nicely done. Great video. Thanks

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you for watching I’m glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@DoctorWonka]

Nice! This gives me some good ideas. Thanks!

[@fleetwoodmac2272]

VERY VERY EXCELLENT TECHNIQUE AND WELL EXPLAINED VIDEO YOU REALLY ROCK!!!!!!!!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video 👍

[@adajperry7042]

OMG This was such a great tutorial, great great job Thank you…..

[@CG147__]

Great work, thanks for sharing

[@Kustomz1985]

Great work, thanks

[@dyingforpie6879]

Awesome video! Im in the process of restoring door panels now the wheels are turning.

[@RonThompson]

25:10 Funny how you were talking about dog ears and few seconds later your dog started barking in background lol. Great info in this video!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Haha I love the irony, I’m glad you found the video useful

[@70Grande]

Thank you for this video!

[@oldbrezzey4257]

i appreciate a good channel

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you I’m glad you can get value from the channel 👍

[@Wrath1991]

Good job man

[@KeniWilliams]

Kia ora mate from UK. Wicked tutorial dude!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you 🙏

[@AnthonyMartinez-ke8jy]

Nice job a good video very helpful

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thanks for watching I’m glad it could help 👍

[@glotrim]

Great vid for how to upholster corners with material

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you 👍

[@oscarnimatuj6501]

Excelente tutorial muy inspirador 👍

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you I’m glad you liked it 👍

[@miguelsoto9579]

Thats really cool

[@jenky1044]

That looks great. Thank you for sharing this project and your tips. Very helpful.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you for watching, I’m glad it was helpful 👍

[@Mbcoinsnet]

Great job

[@BuffaloEskate]

That is a good idea for something large on a wall

[@SamsProjectBench]

Could definitely add a nice touch. That’s a good idea 👌

[@vikingveteran]

Great video. I can't wait to try it out on my build. Keep up the great content.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you I’m glad you enjoyed the video 👍

[@manlymcstud8588]

very cool and interesting. i'm wondering how i could use this in some kind of craft project....

[@robmc9821]

Cool..it almost looks like flames

[@billb2432]

Sam, Thanks so much for your informative video! I'll be looking forward to learning more from you! You have an easy way about you, and bring condensed information at the same time... a great combination. I have a question ... The vinyl I have found has a "fabric" backer, which I think will limit ti's ability to stretch in the way that is needed for this application..Does the vinyl you use have no backer, or maybe a "non-woven" backer??? Any info would be very helpful, and thanks again for your super informative videos...!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Hi bill thank you for watching the video I’m very happy you found value in it. The vinyl I use has a thin knitted backing I have used some vinyl with a thicker fabric backing it can be a bit more restrictive and seams to soften edges so may require some experimentation to see how it will respond. The thicker backing is a good option when the surface your working on is not perfect as the fabric backing is good for hiding minor imperfections hope this helps👍

[@upholsterycars608]

You are doing good

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thank you 🙏

[@khalidshaikh7607]

1 number

[@ME-qq3gr]

Thanks for the video and information. Could you use contact adhesive and a paint roller or would this compress the foam too much?

[@SamsProjectBench]

I’ve never tried with a paint roller it may compress the foam but you could always do an experimental piece and see what happens I’ve only ever used a spray gun or a paint brush I’m curious to how s roller would go 👍

[@sonofhal9245]

Great video. I've done some projects like this in the past and you explained it nicely. Question, why do you have the actual flame portion displayed as recessed instead of the image protruding? I would think it may portray flames more accurately as the portion that is above the surface. Thoughts?

[@ss0073]

I’d like to see a video showing different methods of attaching this panel, or similar panels. I know the panel clips are common. Some guys will use Velcro. But attaching the clips or Velcro correctly so they function as they should is just as important

[@SamsProjectBench]

That is a great idea for a video,finding the correct attachment method is very important, thank you for the idea 👍

[@ss0073]

@@SamsProjectBench I will keep my eyes peeled 👍

[@richardshipman7076]

Good job. If you were doing in a seat do you leave board in or can you do over another piece of foam

[@ebupholstery1855]

Thank you

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your very welcome, thank you for watching the video 👍

[@mrmotorvator5151]

Cool as feck...need some honda wings for my truck

[@thydracul1]

Hello sam. I love this video as i was looking for ways to make 3d leather wall panel. Im not sure if leather sculpting is something that is required in your field of work. If it is or if you have a know how how ro do it. Could i please request you to make a video on that. Im really interested in helen murreys leather sculptures. But novody ever does a tutorial on how to do it. Can you help?

[@brettkelly2297]

Hi mate , have you used or much experience with polished flexible moulding to stick on as a detail ? Anything you can recommend? Thanks for the great tutorial

[@tyronearmstead7598]

very nice, would it work the same with leather?

[@magnoliav12]

I thought Dingos didn't bark....great tutorial.

[@officialprincestan877]

Is nice most i use a board at the back

[@twistedtrucker2359]

He heard you saying you was going to hide the dog ears!!! 🤪

[@contractor2425]

Hey great video! Have a question or should I say an issue. I am using Allsport 4 way stretch vinyl for a console I built for my car. I am using the Dap Weldwood Contact Adhesive Landau Normal I am using a brush to apply it. I put 1 coat on the vinyl and on my console. I wait about 20 minutes and then I start putting the vinyl on my console. Everything goes well no issues. I wait about a week and then I pull my car out into a sunny hot day and then the vinyl just starts to come off! Only where the sun hits it and gets hot. What did I do wrong?

[@SamsProjectBench]

Some contact adhesives are not rated to handle heat or direct sunlight this is an issue I haven’t faced for a while, my suppliers have not sold standard contact adhesive for years because similar issues and I only use the heat resistant contact glue. I’m not familiar with the brand of contact adhesive you’re using. This may be part of the issue but I would also recommend putting a second coat of glue on both surfaces the first coat is usually pretty good at soaking into the materials it’s applied to but ideally needs a second coat for maximum strength. I like to think of the first coat as a primer coat and the second coat allows both surfaces to bond to each other. I hope this helps 👍

[@contractor2425]

@@SamsProjectBench hey thanks for that information. I am trying a sample piece with a second coat. Which brand do you use? Do you have a link where I could buy it?

[@SamsProjectBench]

@@contractor2425 this is glue I like to use www.daleys.com.au/products/view/6 I don’t think they have an online store This is another I’ve used in the past with decent success www.theshanngroup.com/product/shannbond-adhesiveglue/

[@fordwheeler]

Nice work and great tutorial. However for me anyway, the flame looks like blood droplets. Can you invert the flame and have the flame raised instead?

[@SamsProjectBench]

Yes that would also work just have to swap what part of the foam you remove

[@aliciaplatinum]

Great video! Can you share links or a shop where you get your 3mm foam from on a roll as I’m only finding smaller pre cut stuff. Also, what do you clean your spray gun out with after putting glue through it? Any tips for rounded corners on door trims, I’m still getting some overhang.

[@SamsProjectBench]

This is one of my suppliers www.daleys.com.au/products/

[@SamsProjectBench]

When I’m using my spray gun regularly I won’t need to clean it often only when it’s spray gets messy but if I’m not going to be using it for a while I will clean it out.

[@SamsProjectBench]

With your corners too often need to take notches out of your material where it wraps around to remove excess but careful not to take too much where it seen in the job a bit of heat can also help here

[@isellgum5539]

Very nice. How can that be attached to door panels or headliners with hidden fasteners ?

[@SamsProjectBench]

You can use door trim clips these are my preferred clips to use www.ebay.com.au/itm/HOLDEN-DOOR-TRIM-CLIPS-PLUGS-FJ-FB-EK-EH-HD-HK-HG-HQ-HJ-HX-HZ-WB-LC-LX-PACK-12-/183218488398?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0

[@christojonker6145]

What is the best vinyl to use for raising logos, 2 way or 4 way stretch?

[@SamsProjectBench]

It’s all about personal preference. I don’t like too much stretch in my vinyls I find I can get a more even finish with something a bit stiffer but I have seen amazing result with vinyls with a lot of stretch It is best to experiment to find what works best for you

[@rickhettwer854]

Did you say the foam is memory foam ? And is there a certain brand or type of vinyl you like to use best ? Loved the video, thank you for sharing it.

[@SamsProjectBench]

The foam is just 3mm Upholstery roll foam my favourite brand is the Capri vinyl that I get from “Nolan group” hear in Australia but most good quality vinyl will be up for the job 👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video thanks for watching

[@rickhettwer854]

@@SamsProjectBench I appreciate the information Sam.

[@andrzejkawecki5152]

👌

[@SamsProjectBench]

👍

[@gasemak]

great job. where can I buy sprayable adhesive online? ( the brand you showed ) thanks

[@SamsProjectBench]

I don’t know if it can be purchased online I order mine through an Upholstery suppliers over the phone. The supplier is called “Daley’s” www.daleys.com.au You may be able to source some from a local Upholstery shop. I have also used another brand made by Shann called “Shannbond” www.theshanngroup.com/product/shannbond-adhesiveglue/ I hope this helps

[@gasemak]

@@SamsProjectBench thanks for your respond.

[@SamsProjectBench]

@@gasemak your welcome 👍

[@inspectorsteve2287]

If I want to do a small project can I just use spray adhesive in a spray can? I know you talked about cheaper ones not working well. Do you have a suggestion of a small spray can brand to use?

[@SamsProjectBench]

I have collages that have used tensorgrip cans of spray adhesive they seem to like them but have not used it myself and they can be expensive. www.furnwaregroup.com.au/TENSOR-TENSORGRIP-CONTACT-ADHESIVE-SYSTEM-L32-500ML-AEROSOL-CAN-CLEAR I’ve tried 3m cans of spray adhesive and have not been impressed so wouldn’t recommend but you could try on a few test pieces before committing to any product I hope this helps

[@inspectorsteve2287]

@@SamsProjectBench it does help thank you. This looks a lot easier than I thought it was going to be. Thanks for the video.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Your welcome I’m glad I could help thank you for watching 👍

[@johannesuldaltranberg9425]

Hi what type of foam can be used ? Should be a foam type that the contact glue won't eat i guess?

[@SamsProjectBench]

A Upholstery open cell roll foam is usually your best bet it can come in various sizes 6mm is typically my favourite as is pretty versatile. There isn’t many foams that will be eaten by glue. polystyrene foam if the most vulnerable to glue but you still can get specialty glue for this but if your in doubt just do a small test piece 👍 Hope this helps

[@deniseellis2654]

Hi. Could you use marine vinyl? Or would that be too firm?

[@SamsProjectBench]

Marine vinyl would be fine I often choose marine vinyls over others as I typically get a better result from them 👍

[@deniseellis2654]

@@SamsProjectBench brilliant! Thank you ☺

[@twoandahalftravellers8021]

Can you share what kind of vinyl you are using? is it similar to rexine (artificial leather) we get.??

[@SamsProjectBench]

The vinyl is just a automotive grade vinyl that I get from our supplier here in Australia called “Daley’s” it is sample code 63s or a replica “hq holden vinyl” it is similar to synthetic leather I consider most synthetic leathers to be a vinyl Hope this helps 👍

[@twoandahalftravellers8021]

Thanks for a quick reply!

[@SamsProjectBench]

@@twoandahalftravellers8021 I try do what I can 👍

[@AnthonyMartinez-ke8jy]

How would you do the door panels on a model A door 1928 roadster

[@SamsProjectBench]

Hi Anthony, I haven’t done too many model A’s . Custom project are always tricky. It seams to be a matter of finding one problem after another to solve. you can check out my Facebook page I’ve recently added a few photos that I hope might give some inspiration m.facebook.com/samsprojectbench/

[@ico-theredstonesurgeon4380]

Where did you get the vinyl?

[@shawnlogue8716]

What kind of board are you using for the actual panel?

[@SamsProjectBench]

On this I’m using a “MDF” board you could use just about anything provided the glue can stick to the board 👍

[@lilbcustoms]

Where did you find the cardboard roll

[@SamsProjectBench]

The card boards roll was a protective layer between clear plastic sheets that are used for clear curtains on boats. So it’s essentially scrap left over from my day job. But u would assume it’s accessible at hardware stores, otherwise you may be able to contact a local canvas or trimming workshop hope this helps 👍

[@MohammadhasanAsghari-jz1tq]

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[@angelayoung4139]

can you do this with leather or only vinyl?

[@SamsProjectBench]

This can be done with leather it’s probably a little easier with vinyl. With leather you just need to be aware of scars and defects on the back as that will show through when glueing to a hard surface. This can be mitigated by adding a thin layer of foam to the base board Hope this helps

[@angelayoung4139]

@@SamsProjectBench thanks heaps

[@MRX2099]

Could be used to cover books in leather too

[@SamsProjectBench]

This is an interesting idea I’ll have to give it a try 👍

[@ME-qq3gr]

I did a custom embossed book cover sort of like this a few years back. I used layered cardboard, vinyl and a roller press. It came out really well. Less scary than the van doors I am now doing because it used less materials, however I really didn't want to stuff it up because the stencil was detailed and took me ages to cut.

[@antwangallion4565]

Do you do side work

[@SamsProjectBench]

No, unfortunately I barely get enough time to work on my projects so I try to avoid side work 👌

[@MrCbell57]

WHAT GLUE DO YOU LIKE TO USE

[@SamsProjectBench]

I use a spray-able contact adhesive , I’ve used a few different ones Shannbond is one of my favourites www.theshanngroup.com/product/shannbond-adhesiveglue/

[@dillonatwell6382]

Where did you get your materials

[@SamsProjectBench]

All my materials come from my local upholstery supplier. www.daleys.com.au you should be able source these materials from a local upholstery shop👍

[@edwardhunts]

Just thought I'd share a better tool for shaping tight corners, it's called a bone folder and it's very unlikely to mar your vinal/leather... en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bone_folder You can pick up a set at most craft stores or online fairly cheap, I highly recommend trying one!

[@SamsProjectBench]

Yes that looks a lot nicer I will have to get myself one of those thanks for the tip 👍

[@ohyeah3750]

Shouldn't it have been reversed? The flames higher like the chev. emblem. Just asking. Good detailed work though.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Their is no hard rule you can do it either way. These techniques leave a lot of room to experiment 👍

[@Caracolnicol]

4:00 Name of the song ?? Plz

[@Cowracer67]

Is it just me, or is this really Korg from Thor Ragnarok? Shoulda printed more pamphlets...

[@jenky1044]

That's why I thought he sounded familiar, but I couldn't place it.

[@youtuup]

I enjoyed it much, did this wrap with vinyl: total disaster. I'll do it again your way. BTW Am I the only one who saw spermcells instead of fire? 😊

[@honkingdonk3981]

Started out as flames but kinda ended up looking like dripping liquid to me.

[@mohibhad8542]

Good but too much talking

[@sahrksandi3362]

Can we be friends please

[@pdubs7831]

Flames? That’s not what I see 💦😂

[@Angryman66]

Your audio is non-existent! Can't hear anything you say.

[@SamsProjectBench]

Thanks for your feedback I’m always trying to improve my videos 👍

[@mustangboss1246]

Ok when you not really a car guy and you awkwardly politically correct ,a geek and can't draw lol.. then you make a video like this lol .. good politically correct video lol... And the same time show secrets of the interior guys...now everyone will be trying this ..

[@thomasthigpen9480]

Long drawn out and boring. End product not that great.

[@TimBorka]

Nice work, but my brain only sees sperm about to impregnate that Chevy logo. No fault of yours.

[@WileyNathan]

You talk to much

[@SamsProjectBench]

Haha yes I’m told this a lot 😅