All About Leather & Leather Care

Full Grain Leather vs Genuine Leather:

Full Grain Leather comes from the outermost layer of the hide, as it contains a dense amount of fibers. The fibers are what makes the leather obtain a finer grain. Known for its high durability, it’s no surprise that most high end brands and leather producers use Full Grain Leather in their products. This leather tends to have natural flaws as only the hair on the hide is removed, leaving marks like insect bites and branding on the material.

Genuine Leather is not the finest leather but the lowest quality of real leather that can be made. It’s a cheaper, more affordable grade of leather than full grain. Genuine Leather can be cut from any layer of the hide and then goes through either a sanding or buffing process to remove any natural flaws or marks on the hide.

Types of Leather:

• Vegetable Tan (Veg-tan) - used for all sorts of items like, wallets, bags, belts, saddles, etc. 
• Chrome Tan - mainly used in upholstery and garments, but sometimes in bags, etc.

Leather Care:

• Clean regularly with a damp sponge and saddle soap.
• Occasionally use a bees wax product to nourish the leather. 
• Avoid stretching out the leather.
• Avoid oiling it, as that can make it too soft and reduce its lifespan.