Types of Leathers

There are several types of leathers. Here's how to choose the perfect one for your home.  The basic differences between each type are: how they look, how they feel and how you care for them.

Pure Aniline: extremely soft, offers no resistance to staining, shade variation is common, will fade if exposed to sunlight.

Nubuk: Extremely soft, offers no resistance to staining. Shade variation is common, surface is lightly brushed to create nap or ''suede" effect. Will fade if exposed to sunlight.

Semi-Aniline: Soft, though not as soft as Pure Aniline or Nubuk. Offers some resistance to staining. Light topcoat applied. Shade variation is common, will fade if exposed to sunlight.

Protected full grain: Softest protected option, offers very high resistance to staining. Protective, pigmented topcoat applied for color and protection. No shade variation, less susceptible to fading.

Protected corrected grain: Least natural feel, offers very high resistance to staining. Protective, pigmented topcoat applied for color and protection. No shade variation, less susceptible to fading. “Grain” is artificially embossed.

Visit any Furniture Gallery and let us help you find the perfect leather for your home.