Reskinning a Lux isn't fun

[hoover300]

...but boy did it need it. The old leatherette was full of holes and tears, concealed by sharpie. While I was at it I gave it a buff. Anyone that has had to do this to a pre XXX Electrolux, my condolences. It took like 2 hrs just to glue/cut the new leatherette and fit the cast rings! The only thing left is to get a handle for it.

 

[mivintagevacs]

Wow what a transformation, It looks like a brand new machine! Did you have to remove the riveted parts or were you able to tuck the edge of the new leather underneath? Looks great! Thanks for sharing.

 

[huskyvacs]

Jesus, I wouldn't even know how to begin on a project like that!

 

[hoover300]

Original leatherette Swedish XII with the redone one

 

[human]

It may not have been fun, but it's a job well done. The result certainly speaks for itself.