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Leather preparation
top grain
Leather; Leather preparation
Leather whose top (outermost) layers have been left intact, in contrast to split leather.
two-tone
Leather; Leather preparation
An effect created by applying layers of similar or contrasting dyes to a piece of leather in order to create a mottled or aged appearance. Antiqued and Sauvaged leathers are examples of two-tone ...
upholstery leather
Leather; Leather preparation
Leather created from a whole hide and intended for use in furniture, automobiles, airplanes, and other upholstery applications.
vegetable tanning
Leather; Leather preparation
A method of hide tanning which utilizes materials from organic materials such as bark instead of the traditional chemicals. Vegetable tanned leather has greater body and firmness than ...
weight
Leather; Leather preparation
A term which describes the heaviness or thickness of leather. Typically given in ounces per square foot or millimeters (thickness).
whole hide
Leather; Leather preparation
Refers to leather created using a full hide, as opposed to a side, and typically intended for use as upholstery leather.
top coat
Leather; Leather preparation
Synthetic transparent resins applied as a protective coating producing either a high gloss or a matte finish.
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