The Art of Flocking: Restoring Elegance in a Jaguar Mk IV Toolbox
At Finch Restorations, every detail matters — even the ones hidden beneath the boot lid.
Among the rare crafts still practised in the world of automotive restoration, flocking is perhaps one of the least understood — and one of the most quietly impressive. It’s a meticulous technique, rarely seen today, that adds both function and finesse to period-correct restorations.
This Jaguar Mk IV, a stately classic from the 1940s, features a boot-mounted tool tray — each compartment shaped to cradle original tools from the factory. Ours had seen better days. So we rebuilt it: reshaped the substrate, restored its contours, and refinished the surface with rich, deep green flocking.
This flocking was applied using traditional techniques — involving careful surface preparation, adhesive application, and a steady hand to ensure an even, velvet-like layer. The result is a soft-touch finish that protects the tools and complements the craftsmanship of the era. It's not fast, but it’s exactly the kind of attention to detail that defines what we do.
To us, even the smallest spaces in a classic car deserve to be finished with integrity and care — just as they were when the car first left the factory floor.
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