Smith Brothers Leather

About Leather

• Leather is a by-product of the food industry, which means that no animals are raised solely for leather production.

• All leathers display unique natural markings and variations in color. No two leather hides are the same. Age, heredity, and environment all contribute to the character and price of leather.

• Certain types of leather will develop a patina and show wear over time and with use.

• Like all natural materials, leather does require some care and maintenance to keep it looking its best.

Since 1926, Smith Brothers of Berne has been combining old-world craftsmanship with the latest technologies to build furniture that is solid, comfortable, and stylish.

About Our Leather

Beautiful furniture, made with pride in the heart of America.

We are Smith Brothers of Berne.

• We have a broad selection of leathers to choose from, available on a wide range of frame styles from traditional to contemporary, from chairs to sectionals, and including the “build your own” series.

• All of our leathers are top grain leathers, the highest quality available for upholstery.

P.O. Box 270 • Berne, IN 46711

• Each hide is hand-inspected for quality by Smith Brothers’ trained leather specialists.

• Like all of our furniture, Smith Brothers leather is inspected, cut, sewn, and upholstered in Berne, Indiana.

LEATHER COLLECTION AMERICAN MADE. SMITH BROTHERS QUALITY.

Types of Leather ANILINE

Leather Care

• Immediately clean spills with a clean white cloth.

• If a stain goes unnoticed and penetrates an aniline leather, use lukewarm distilled water and a soft white cloth to gently massage the stain and the surrounding area.

• Most spills on semi-aniline and protected leathers should wipe up with a clean white cloth; use distilled water and a clean white cloth for spills that could potentially stain.

• Do not use soap to clean leather.

• Vigorously “fluff” the fibers of Nubuck leathers with a suede brush to keep them looking fresh and new. To remove spills, use a clean white cloth dampened with distilled water, and then blot dry. Follow by briskly massaging the area with a suede brush.

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maintenance. Occassionally wipe with a soft white cloth.

CHOOSE THIS LEATHER IF:

Highest quality full grain hides that are colored

You love the soft feel of natural leather and

throughout with non-toxic transparent dyes, preserving the natural softness and markings of the leather’s surface but making it susceptible to staining or soiling.

appreciate the beauty of each hide’s unique natural markings, but expect only light to moderate use of the furniture.

SEMI-ANILINE

Leather that is first colored with aniline dyes before a light topcoat is added to the surface, making the color more uniform and adding a level of protection against stains and fading.

PIGMENTED (PROTECTED)

Leather whose surface is first buffed (sanded) for uniformity and then coated with pigment or other opaque solutions for uniform color, resistance to staining and fading, and lower maintenance.

NUBUCK

Leather that is produced on top-grain, aniline dyed hides that have been lightly buffed on the surface to create a suede-like nap.

You appreciate the softness and texture of natural leather but expect to use your upholstery regularly.

You like the look of leather but anticipate using your furniture heavily and often, so you don’t mind sacrificing some softness and texture for higher durability.

You want to make a fashion statement with a luxurious and truly unique leather, and don’t mind some maintenance and care.