how to make a worn,beatup bench seat?

[route66modeler]

HI, I need help in making a beat up seat for a old chevy p/u rat rod I'm working one. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,Steve

[BOSWELL891]

I usually cover the seat in a piece of masking tape and then paint it a color of choice and them you can make rips and stuff in the seat

[route66modeler]

HI cole, Thanks, I'll try that. Steve

[Chuck Most]

You can carefully heat the cushion from beneath, which will cause it to sag. This simulates broken-down padding and worn-out springs. Also, a few strips of matte-finish Bare Metal foil can be used to simulate duct tape applied over rips and tears in the upholstery.