Let's talk about Natural Markings! | Guifeng Leather

  Leather is a natural product and just like us, the animals it came from will have wrinkles and scars all over their skin. It should be expected that you will find small imperfections on most leather. 

  High-end tanneries and leather goods manufacturers only use the cleanest hides, which is actually a small amount of the leather being produced. That's partly why they're able to price their leather and goods so much higher than many others. It takes time and effort to sort through and find only the best hides. And frankly, the product is essentially spotless once they're done with it. However, It’s doesn’t mean you can’t find beauty in the imperfections. Let's talk about some of the most common marks and imperfections you may see when shopping for leather.

Bug Bites

  Insect bites come in many shapes and sizes and are some of the most common markings you will find. They can come from flies, ticks, mosquitos, etc.

Scars

  These are healed cuts, which similar to the scars left after a human wound heals.

 Veins

  Bulging veins can leave an imprint on the skin that remains even after tanning. They will leave a lightning-like mark, usually in smaller areas of the hide. That‘s a characteristics of genuine leather.

 Brands

  Due to most leather is a by-product of the food industry, these marks will show up on hides often. These were used by ranchers and farmers to show where the cow belonged. Of course these aren’t really “natural” but they are commonly found on hides.

  It is important to note that these blemishes do not typically weaken or ruin the leather. Hides with these marks will stand up to everyday wear and tear.These marks are generally located in small areas of the hides and can easily be worked around should you prefer a smooth finish throughout.