LEATHER FACTS & INFORMATION
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More In Depth Leather Information
In general, leather is sold in three forms:
Full -Grain leather, made from the finest raw material, are clean natural hides which have not been sanded to remove imperfections. Only the hair has been removed. The grain remains in its natural state which will allow the best fibre strength, resulting in greater durability.
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Ways to Identify Leather
Leather types and how to determine them - Aniline (A), Nubuck (N), Protected (P)
*ANILINE: Code A also called NATURAL, PURE, NAKED, or UNPROTECTED.
These leathers are coloured with a transparent dye. This means that you are able to see the actual surface grain and markings through the actual colour. These leathers have .
Leather Industry
The leather industry is one the oldest industries known to man. His earliest ancestors used skins to protect their body, hands and feet. Leather is produced from the skin of animals, reptiles, and birds, even fish. The skin undergoes a process known as Tanning, which preserves the skin, which would otherwise quickly decay.