Car Roof Lining Repair in Brisbane and Ipswich
A drooping roof lining blocks your view, touches your head and makes a car look much older than it is. Mobile Roof Linings Brisbane replaces saggy roof linings at the comfort of your own home or workplace, often in about an hour, with ten years of experience behind every job.
What is a roof lining?
The roof lining, also called a headliner, is the fabric-covered panel on the inside of your car's roof. It hides bare metal and wiring, gives the cabin a finished look and helps cut noise and heat. Most linings are made of a rigid moulded board covered with a thin layer of foam and a fabric face. The foam is what bonds the fabric to the board, and it is the part that fails first.
Signs your roof lining needs attention
- The fabric has started to droop in the middle or near the rear window.
- Bubbles or waves appear in the fabric.
- The edges are peeling away around the sun visors, pillars or sunroof.
- You see crumbs of yellow or brown foam on your seats.
- The fabric is stained or damp, which can point to a leak.
How our repair works
- Give us a call. Tell us your vehicle make, model, year and suburb, and whether you have a sunroof or DVD player.
- We visit your home or workplace. We bring the materials and tools to you, so you do not need to take the day off or leave the car at a workshop.
- We remove and replace the lining. The trim and fittings around the lining are removed, the old fabric and failed foam are stripped from the board, and the board is prepared and re-covered or replaced as needed. Trim and fittings are then refitted.
- Your roof is ready. The new lining is smooth and secure, and your car is ready to drive.
Why a proper repair beats a quick fix
It is tempting to spray glue or push pins into a sagging lining. These can work for a short time if the foam is still firm, but repair guides note that when the foam has broken down, glue has nothing solid to grip and the fabric usually comes down again. A proper repair removes the failed foam and rebuilds the lining so that it lasts. We explain how to tell the difference in repair vs replace.
What we work on
- Everyday cars such as Commodores and Falcons, right up to complex jobs on European cars.
- Vehicles with a sunroof. See sunroof roof linings.
- Vehicles with a DVD player or other roof-mounted fittings.
Our promises
- On site. We come to you and fix your roof lining within about an hour while you enjoy a cup of tea or coffee in the comfort of your own home or office.
- Experience. Ten years experience replacing headliners in a wide range of vehicles.
- Warranty. A 5 year warranty comes with every job.
- Free quote. Call us on 0410 104 145.
Where we work
We service Brisbane Northside, Brisbane Southside, Ipswich and the Gold Coast. See our service areas, or visit the upholstery shop at 59 Lobb Street, Churchill, where roof linings can cost less.
Read our FAQ or request a free quote.