FEATURE2
SEMI-ANILINE
A good deal tougher than its aniline cousin, semi-
aniline possesses added protection courtesy of
a light surface pigment coat that is both soil and
stain resistant. The extra coating also imparts a
more consistent colour, though natural markings
are less apparent. This can dampen its appeal
depending on your preference. That said, semi-
aniline leather does have the advantage of being
more cost-effective in comparison.3
PIGMENTED
Pigmented or protected leather is the most widely used variant of
material, and is found in many things from furniture to car seats.
This is due in no small part to its polymer surface coating which
makes it the toughest of the three. As with every advantage, there
will be compromises; like semi-aniline, the added coating takes
away the natural look and feel of the material. However, there is no
question of the hide’s durability.1
ANILINE
This is one of the most highly prized types
of leather, often lauded for both its looks
and texture. The material’s surface readily
shows scars and pore marks which is also
why it is also often referred to as ‘naked
leather’. The leather is also soft to the touch
and extremely comfortable due to lighter
processing. However, it must be said that
these kinds of hides are not protected
against staining, so it is not recommended if
you have young ones in the home.LESSON
IN LEATHER
Want to live luxe with leather? Get to know this fabulous
material, how to spot the real deal, what is trending, and
how to properly care for it.TOP GRAIN
VS. FULL GRAIN1 These two terms are
commonly associated
with the section of
the hide the leather
comes from and the
kind of processing it
goes through. Full grain
leather is derived from
the topmost layer of
the hide and is prized
for its durability and
natural look.2 Contrary to its name,
top grain leather is
actually hide that has
been sanded down to
remove imperfections
and imprinted with
imitation grain to
impart a more uniform
look.Three common
leathers and how to
spot them