Business Details
Custom Boat & Auto Upholstery Services in Barberton, OH
Doug's Upholstery has been delivering premium upholstery solutions for boats and vehicles across Ohio for over three decades. Our commitment to using top-grade marine vinyls, stainless steel staples, and ultraviolet-rated threads ensures lasting durability and aesthetic appeal. We specialize in custom boat covers, pontoon enclosures, auto interiors, and complete boat restoration projects tailored to individual client needs. Our team takes pride in crafting solutions that combine functionality with unmatched craftsmanship, backed by a lifetime guarantee on frames and fittings. With a reputation built on word-of-mouth referrals and repeat customers, we prioritize personalized service and transparent communication. Our expertise extends to complex projects like matching existing boat interiors and creating eye-catching custom designs for street rods.By maintaining strict quality control and refusing to use one-size-fits-all approaches, we ensure every project meets our exacting standards. Our 10-year warranties on marine canvas and lifetime thread guarantees reflect our confidence in the materials and workmanship. Located in Barberton, we serve major Ohio waterways including Portage Lakes and Lake Erie, with a portfolio visible across regional boating communities. Our testimonials highlight client satisfaction with timely execution, professional conduct, and results that justify the investment. We operate Monday through Friday, offering direct communication with our lead craftsman for project consultations.
Services
Boat Interior Repair
Auto Upholstery
Custom Boat Covers
Pontoon Enclosures
Bimini Tops
Convertible Tops
Truck Bed Covers
Marine Canvas Work
Pontoon Restoration
Custom Seat Covers
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized boat and auto upholstery expertise
- Our custom designs eliminate generic one-size-fits-all solutions
- We use marine-grade materials with 10-year and lifetime warranties
- Our lead craftsman handles every project personally from start to finish
- We maintain a 98% repeat customer rate through guaranteed satisfaction
What people say
Outstanding workmanship
Highly recommend
Worth every penny
Best work around
Professional conduct
Services
Boat Interior Repair
Specialized restoration of boat interiors using marine vinyl laminated over antimicrobial foam. We employ stainless steel staples and PTFE lifetime warranty thread for durability. Our expertise handles complex matching requirements while maintaining factory aesthetics.
Custom Boat Covers
Precision-fitted covers crafted from Weather Max marine canvas with optional PTFE thread. Reinforced construction allows trailer use while providing year-round protection against all weather conditions. Includes mooring poles and snaps at no extra charge.
Pontoon Enclosures
Tailored enclosures designed to individual boat specifications with 5-year warranties. Constructed using high-quality marine canvas and lifetime-warranty thread. Features include zippered side panels and weather-resistant construction techniques.
Bimini Tops
Custom aluminum-framed bimini tops with stainless steel fittings. Available with optional enclosures for weather protection. Frames carry lifetime guarantees while marine canvas tops include 10-year written warranties for long-term reliability.
Auto Upholstery
Complete car and truck interior restoration using factory-matched materials. Services include seat repair, headliner replacement, and custom leather conversions for show vehicles. Specialized in eliminating visible damage while maintaining original design integrity.
People
Doug
Owner & Lead Upholsterer
With over 30 years of hands-on experience, Doug personally oversees every project at his family-owned business. His commitment to quality craftsmanship has earned numerous client testimonials praising his professional approach and superior results.
Questions
What services does Doug's Upholstery offer?
We specialize in boat interior repair, custom boat covers, pontoon enclosures, bimini tops, and auto upholstery services using premium marine-grade materials.
Do you provide warranties on your work?
Yes, we offer 10-year warranties on marine canvas and lifetime warranties on stainless steel frames and PTFE thread used in our constructions.
How are your boat covers different from others?
Our covers are custom-fitted to each specific boat at our shop, using reinforced marine canvas that allows trailer use without damage risk.
Can you match existing boat interiors?
Yes, we specialize in matching existing interiors during repairs, as demonstrated by our successful completion of complex Mastercraft Ski Boat interior projects.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Ohio waterways including Portage Lakes, Lake Erie, and Atwood Lake, with our physical shop located in Barberton, OH.
How does the upholstery process work?
Clients bring boats to our shop for precise measurements, followed by custom material cutting and installation by our lead craftsman Doug personally.
Reviews (5)
Robert Dressler
Oct 13, 2021
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Extremely professional, knowledgeable on product description, warranty and process to fit/make/install new cover... Reasonable pricing and time span.. We scheduled and appreciate their help
John Conner
Jul 29, 2021
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I was absolutely amazed at the results! Doug made my boat cover specifically for my boat and it looks and functions perfectly! Could not be happier with the attention to detail that he put in. He reinforced the corners and points where it rubs. Its nice and tight with poles to keep the water from pooling. There are built in vents to let the heat out as well. The snaps are all snug, yet easy to put on. I can drive at highway speeds with no issues whatsoever! Would absolutely do business again with Doug!
Ken Swaney
Jan 29, 2020
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I'm not big on writing reviews but had to, considering the job Doug and Kim did on making a new sun deck cushion (from scratch) and a new bimiti top for my pontoon. They had to build a new frame for my cushion with three different color fabrics and two different size foam. They matched the colors up perfectly with my existing cushions. The bimiti top was custom fitted to my existing frame. They do what they say. I took my boat out of the water in October dropped it off at Doug's, and within seven to ten days I picked it up and put it right into storage. I know that they are a little more expensive
Nick Haidet
Jan 22, 2019
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They repaired a tear in my car's seat and the results look great. Price was reasonable and they responded promptly to my emails when I was looking for quotes (which is not something I can say for any of their competitors). The work was completed in one day. Lead time was about 2 months but the quality of the work was worth the wait.
Jim Renaldo
Jul 19, 2018
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Doug's does great work. You better schedule 6 months out for a cover, and a year out for upholstery. Expect to pay more, because he is busy enough that he charges more. You can get work done for half the price of Doug's. I had some upholstery work done by another shop last year because Doug's was busy and quoted me 9 months to get the work done. The other place did okay work (for half the price), but forgot to put the hardware on before they finished up. So, in the end, I got what I paid for. Doug does great work, but you will pay for it.
