Pure Aniline Dyed
This premium treatment helps bring out the unique markings of raw hides even more thanks to the translucent, water-based tint used to color the leather—the tint penetrates in a way that allows every organic scratch, scuff and scar to remain intact. And because different parts of the hide naturally absorb varying levels of dye, the final product comes out visually nuanced with depth, dimension and shade variations throughout.
In addition, this process foregoes the use of topcoats or any additional protective finishes, keeping the leather ultra-breathable, soft and intentionally more receptive to new markings, too. This way, over time the surface becomes a unique, blended mix of ‘imperfections’—a rich vintage patina that adds one-of-a-kind character to your home.
Cognac Tan
Russet Tan
Saddle Tan
Vintage Brown
Chocolate Brown
Oscuro Brown
Bourbon Tan
Antica Tan
Cocoa Brown
Back in stock soonBrown Stone
Cognac Tan
Good to know
Light and sun sensitive; requires some maintenance
What we love
Organic, au naturale look; very soft, supple and breathable (read: a super comfortable sit); develops a warm, vintage patina over time
Semi-Aniline Dyed
This treatment uses the same translucent, water-based tint as pure aniline dyes—so you’ll still see the raw hide’s natural markings—but adds a protective, subtly pigmented topcoat for a more uniform, evenly colored look. This coating also makes semi-aniline pieces easier to clean, more kid-and-pet friendly than pure aniline leather and ideal for high-traffic areas.
Olivine Green
Outback Brown
Midnight Blue
Onyx Black
Deepsky Blue
Bridle Brown
Back in stock soonCaramel Brown
Nightfall Blue
Opera Black
Heritage Brown
Oxford Tan
Savoy Green
Olivine Green
What we love
More durable; can stand direct sunlight and generally more wear + tear; maintains an even, color-consistent look over time; easier to clean
Good to know
Has a slightly waxier feel due to the topcoat; patina will be less variegated due to protective finish
The owners manual
Cleaning Tips & Tricks
- Rub a moistened finger on minor scuffs to buff them out.
- Use a damp cloth to wipe down areas that require a deeper clean.
- Rub a moistened finger on minor scuffs to buff them out.
- Use a damp cloth to wipe down areas that require a deeper clean.
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No. Unfortunately, there's no way to completely waterproof any leather item. And to preserve the life of your product, we don’t recommend applying anythingto our pieces other than the Otter Wax Leather Salve or the Otter Wax Leather Oil we’ve listed under ‘Cleaning Tips + Tricks’. Both products will help maintain your leather and give it some resiliency over time.
We recommend any of our semi-aniline dyed leather pieces. Semi-aniline leather is more pet-friendly, kid-friendly and ideal for high-traffic areas because the dyeing process—while still showcasing the natural markings of the full-grain hide—includes a protective topcoat that is easier to clean, more durable overall and resistant to wear + tear.
It should be noted that no leather is 100% claw-proof! Tearing can still happen depending on the pressure, force and frequency of the scratching/clawing.
No! Actually, these marks are what make full-grain leather the most sought after leather on the market. Full-grain hides are intentionally left untreated to showcase the organic, lived-in imperfections of the animal’s skin—the pen-like marks you’re seeing on the hide are likely healed scars from scratches against barbed wire fences and plants like cacti. This is also why your item—and every leather item we make—is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece.
Great question! Full-grain hides are intentionally left untreated to showcase the organic, lived-in imperfections of the animal’s skin—the ‘water drop’ stains you’re seeing on the hide are likely natural skin discolorations from things like warts, insect bites and freckles. This is also why your item—and every leather item we make—is a unique, one-of-a-kind piece.
Unlike the rest of our leather colors, our Cognac Tan and Saddle Tan pieces are pure-aniline dyed. That means by design, there’s no protective topcoat or pigmentation added to even out some of the natural discoloration and irregularities of the raw hide, making it intentionally more receptive to/likely to show normal wear + tear marks like scuffs and scratches. This way, over time the surface becomes a unique, blended mix of markings—a warm, more rich vintage patina that adds one-of-a-kind character to your home.
