Materials
Materials
Our Materials
An honest guide to the leathers, finishes and fittings behind our designs.
Understanding Leather Grades
Leather is described by how much of the natural hide surface is retained. Full-grain keeps the complete natural grain and tends to develop a rich patina. Top-grain has the surface lightly sanded for a more uniform look. Genuine leather is a broad term and does not indicate a particular grade. [CONFIRM: state exactly which grades Fellmoor products use – do not claim full-grain unless verified]
Finishes
Finishes influence feel, colour depth and wear: from natural, lightly finished surfaces to more protected pigmented finishes. [CONFIRM: list finishes used on each product line]
Tanning
Tanning turns raw hide into durable leather. Methods such as vegetable and chrome tanning produce different characteristics. [CONFIRM: tannage per product; do not claim vegetable-tanned unless confirmed]
Hardware & Linings
Hardware and linings are selected to suit daily use. [CONFIRM: metal finishes, zip brand, lining materials]
Patina & Ageing
Natural leather changes with use – deepening in tone and softening in hand. Light marks and variation in grain are characteristic of natural material.