Blog — Leather

Leather is apparent in our everyday lives and we may not even know it. Sports, for example, that we watch everyday, use leather. At first thought, it would seem unusual that sports would use leather because it’s often thought of as a clothing accessory or item. Sports players wouldn’t want to wear leather! However, leather is actually used in the sports items themselves. For example, it’s used on the actual baseball and football. Leather is perfect for this use because of its many traits like durability and more. Baseball Dating back to the mid 1800’s, the sport has been using...

Many people may have no idea what leather patina means or whether it’s good or bad. To really understand it, we should grasp the meaning of patina. Patina is what forms on natural goods like leather, metal, stone and even fabric like denim. It’s a sheen and aged look that forms from being worn and used.  Worn and used? Why would we want that look for our leather goods? Let us explain. What is Leather Patina? As stated before, patina is a sheen or antiquing look that comes from an item being used and worn. Specifically, leather patina forms from...

Leather has many characteristics making it a very valuable material to a variety of people and their lifestyles. Cowboys and ranchers are a part of that list. They use leather for several different everyday items. Their lifestyle has proven the need for a material that is long lasting, flexible, durable and impressionable. Leather fits all of these needs. Hence why it was used in the past, present and will more than likely be used in the future. In the Past Leather has been used by cowboys, ranchers and westerners alike. The material is durable and can withstand a lot of...

Leather is a perfect material for making long-lasting products, whether it’s an accessory or a piece of furniture. It’s a smooth, clean looking material. However, there is a big difference between faux (or vegan) leather and genuine leather. Both have similar looks and sometimes feel, but the composition of each is different. This makes the quality and durability of the material different as well. Faux vs. Real Faux, or vegan, leather is not made from bovine hides, like traditional leather. Depending on the type of faux leather, it is made from a variety of different materials. Fake leather types include...