Good Luck, I have had mine recovered twice. I think I will have to buy a new arm rest next time. I am sure there is someone out there that sells aftermarket items like it. Will have to browse the Explorer forms.
I seem to remember seeing a post for an aftermarket one made of metal instead of plastic and looks OEM. Search the threads, I can't recall the website but I think it was like 60 bucks.....it would be the.last one you ever buy.