Discover our new Bovine Haircell leather range
At African Leather and Skins, we are excited to introduce our latest addition: Bovine Haircell leather. This unique leather combines the durability of bovine hide with a distinctive texture that enhances its aesthetic appeal. Whether you are a designer, artisan or leather enthusiast, this new range offers both style and strength for your creations. What […]
New product alert – premium sheep skin!
New product alert: Premium Sheep Skin We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to African Leather & Skins! At African Leather & Skins, we strive to bring the finest quality products to our valued customers. We are excited to unveil our latest offering: Premium Sheep Skin. This exquisite material embodies the perfect blend of […]
The beauty of animal skins
The beauty of animal skins At African Leather and Skins, we are a proud South African supplier of top-quality animal skins and upholstery leather. In addition to our popular cow skins, we are proud to offer a variety of zebra and springbok skins. In this blog post, we’ll explore the unique characteristics of three iconic African […]
The story behind ethically sourced leather and animal hides
The story behind ethically sourced leather and animal hides At African Leather and Skins, we proudly offer our clients top-quality animal skins and upholstery leather that are entirely natural and ethically sourced. There is a lot of buzz about ethically sourced leather as people become more conscious of their impact on the world. Here we […]
Client Spotlight: Made by Mosaic
Client Spotlight: Made by Mosaic ‘Creating hope one job at a time’ In this blog post, we explore one of our clients, Made by Mosaic (MBM), which is a job creation initiative for foster parents that are part of Mosaic Community Developments, an organisation with a vision to see that every orphan and vulnerable child […]
Leather trends to look out for in 2023
Leather trends to look out for in 2023 Few materials have been around for as long and widely used as genuine leather because of its durability and versatility. As 2023 gets underway, we asked our Marketing Manager Linda Otto to highlight leather trends worth watching in the coming year. “Leather remains the material of choice […]
The reliability of leather – a look into its history
The reliability of leather – a look into its history Let’s look into the reliability of leather. Leather is one of man’s first and most valuable discoveries thanks to its durability and quality, and the ancient art of making leather has been practiced for thousands of years. The use of leather was functional primarily to […]
What is full grain or corrected grain leather?
What is full grain or corrected grain leather? What is full grain or corrected grain leather? Leather is a highly desirable furniture upholstery material, priced for its durability and comfort — the ultimate symbol of natural beauty and luxury. The difference between Corrected Grain and Full Grain Corrected grain leather is also referred to as CG […]
Enhance your interior with leather
Enhance your interior with leather Leather is usually found in consumer goods such as shoes, handbags and wallets. However, this timeless material is now also used in interior décor. Leather is conventionally found in spaces like offices, hotels and restaurants, enhancing the ambiance and radiating exclusivity due to the luxurious nature of the material. Look […]
Our ultimate animal skin buying guide
Our ultimate animal skin buying guide The number of factors involved in ensuring you’re purchasing a quality product can be overwhelming when buying leather. These include the leather types, thicknesses, weights, grades, cuts, and more. Knowledge of these factors is precious if you want to find your perfect leather. So, before you jump into your […]