Leather
LEATHER: THE NATURAL CHOICE
GENUINE LEATHER
Selected hides are carefully tanned and dyed to the optimum levels of softness and color. Our craftsmen then meticulously tailor each piece with careful attention to detail. Slight variations in the texture and tone of the leather are characteristic of natural products and attest to the quality of genuine leather. Types of leather include:ANILINE LEATHER
No one will ever ask, "Is this real leather?" Full Aniline leathers have the look and feel of incredible leather. In fact, it’s hard to stop touching them. These are made from Full Top Grain selection, meaning only the top 10 percent of hides are used for this leather. Transparent coloring with micro pigments provides beautiful depth of color, allowing the natural surface characteristics to be visible. Full Aniline leathers have natural grain, not man made. As a result, this leather will display all of the following characteristics:| Healed Scars and Scratches are from contact with
fences, trees and the elements. Aniline leather is a natural product
and no effort is made to hide the varied texture. Depth of Color and Shading – Transparent colors are similar to wood stain, allowing for variations of shades within the same color. Natural Wrinkles and Grain Pattern – Different sections of each hide have a unique appearance. A full-size sofa utilizes 3-4 whole hides. |
ANTIQUE LEATHER
Each hide reflects the signature of the specialized tanning process called "Pull-Up". Transparent coloring gives the surface a full range of depth and color. The injection of waxes creates the Pull-Up effect. As a result, bursts of color from dark to light distinguish each piece as an original. Antique leathers have additional tumbling and handwork to create the crinkle effect that gives your new piece the look of an heirloom. Pull-Up leather reflect all these natural characteristics:| Healed Scars and Scratches are from contact with
fences, trees and the elements. Antique leathers are a natural product
and no effort is made to hide the varied texture. Heirloom Effect – Your individual usage creates one-of-a-kind looks on this leather. Highlights and Color Shading – Pull-Up leathers are created to have a wide range of color activity. The combination of transparent color and the injection of waxes create the Kaleidoscope appearance. |
REPAIR ING LEATHER
If you happen to rip, tear, cut, burn or scratch your leather furniture, it can be repaired rather easily by a professional leather technician. In most cases, these leathers can be repaired so the eye will never see it.BASIC CARE OF LEATHER
- Keep leather looking new by vacuuming or dusting with a clean, dry cloth weekly.
- If necessary, gently wipe spots with clean cloth and lukewarm water.
- If the stain persists, use a mild soap and dry any excess moisture with a clean cloth.
- Never allow spills to set.
- Never use detergents or alcohol-based products to clean spots.
- Never place leather goods in direct sunlight. Take caution when placing leather furniture near windows. All natural leather may fade.
- Take care not to place your furniture less than 2 feet away from a radiator or similar heat source. Do not use commercial leather cleaners
