How To Fix The Car Ceiling Upholstery

If your car's ceiling upholstery is sagging, dirty, or torn, it can make the whole interior look drab and untidy. Luckily, fixing it is a relatively easy and inexpensive project that you can do yourself in a few hours. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to fix the car ceiling upholstery:

Materials You'll Need:

1. New headliner fabric 2. Spray adhesive 3. Staple gun and staples 4. Scissors 5. Utility knife 6. Measuring tape 7. Cardboard or plastic sheeting 8. Helper (optional)

Step 1: Remove the Old Headliner

1. Start by removing the sun visors, dome light, and any other trim pieces that are attached to the ceiling. 2. Once the trim is removed, carefully pry the old headliner fabric loose from the ceiling. It may be held in place by staples or glue. 3. If the headliner is sagging, you may need to use a utility knife to cut it free from the ceiling. 4. Once the old headliner is removed, vacuum the ceiling to remove any debris.

Step 2: Prepare the New Headliner

1. Measure the ceiling of your car and cut the new headliner fabric to size. 2. Lay the new headliner fabric on a flat surface and apply spray adhesive to the back of it. 3. Be sure to apply the adhesive evenly and avoid getting it on the front of the fabric.

Step 3: Install the New Headliner

1. Carefully lift the new headliner fabric into place and align it with the ceiling. 2. Start by stapling the fabric in the center of the ceiling. 3. Once the center is secure, work your way around the edges, stapling the fabric every few inches. 4. Be sure to pull the fabric taut as you staple it to avoid wrinkles.

Step 4: Reinstall the Trim Pieces

1. Once the new headliner is installed, you can reinstall the trim pieces. 2. Start by replacing the dome light, then the sun visors, and finally any other trim pieces.