How to Install Hidem Gimp

Hidem gimp is a marine-quality vinyl fabric that is folded and sewn to itself along both long edges to create a beautiful trim. It is most commonly used on the underside of cushions and upholstery to conceal exposed staples. It gives your marine and automotive upholstery projects a finished, professional look. 

In this quick sewing tips video, we're installing hidem gimp on the bottom side of a cushion that is stapled to a backer board and on a helm seat base frame to protect the upholstered vinyl. Watch the video below to discover how easy it is to install hidem gimp on your vinyl upholstery projects. While it takes some additional time and materials, hidem gimp gives your seating a polished and professional appearance, improving the look and quality of your vinyl upholstery pieces.

The folded edges of hidem gimp hide the staples needed to install the trim piece. So no staples should be visible on the underside or bottom of your upholstered seating. 

We stock quality premade hidem gimp in a variety of colors ready for your next upholstery project. Click here to browse our selection and add this essential marine and automotive trim material to your cart. Our hidem gimp is in stock and ready to ship. Choose from EverSoft™ Hidem Gimp or Morbern™ Seabrook Hidem Gimp to match your EverSoft and Seabrook vinyl fabric.

And if we don't have a premade hidem gimp that matches your vinyl fabric, don't panic. We have a tutorial on how to make your own hidem gimp. Our blog "How to Make Hidem Gimp" walks you through the simple process of making your own custom trim to match your vinyl upholstery. 

Is your powerboat seating looking a bit worse for wear? If you are interested in redoing the exterior vinyl seating on your boat, we have two great marine upholstery series for you. Be sure to check out our Regal Ambassador Powerboat Makeover and Malibu Sport Boat Makeover blog series. You'll find them in the "Marine Projects" section of the "DIY Projects" category under the "Learn" tab on Sailrite.com.