Leather Patina Definition
A soft sheen that develops through use and exposure on the surface of the material which provides a character, a personality, to the product. … As our leather is tanned naturally, without using chemicals to seal the material, it ages beautifully over time with wear and use.
BUT… There is other ways to create a patina… By applying creme or dye on your leather products..
The beauty in ageing…
A soft sheen that develops through use and exposure on the surface of the material which provides a character, a personality, to the product.
Though patina can refer to many materials such as wood, waxed canvas, metal and stone, it is perhaps most desirable in regards to leather. This is due to the fact that patina is a hallmark of the highest-quality leather. It is merely a manifestation of the natural ageing process and is desired by many for its individual and ‘lived in’ nature. It tells a story. Time, then, is so crucial as with each step a Maxwell-Scott piece. As our leather is tanned naturally, without using chemicals to seal the material, it ages beautifully over time with wear and use. For the modern individual, leather patina suggests a timeless heirloom that maps its and your many adventures.
What Leathers Show The Best Patina?
Natural vegetable-tanned full grain leather in particular develops the best patina over time. This is because it absorbs the world’s elements over time, be that movement, sunlight, heat or the natural oils that your body produces. Full grain leather is the highest grade of leather and of the absolute best quality. It is considered the most durable and robust form of leather as it is made from the strongest part of the animal skin. In addition to this durability, it is often recognised for its attractive quality due to the close grain pattern. Totally undoctored, unlike split leather, it retains the natural markings of the cow. This is why, when it is also naturally rather than chemically tanned, it develops the perfect patina. All of this contributes to creating a characterful leather.
How To Speed Up The Patina Process
Exposure to the elements is the purest way for patina to thrive. Different elements, though, provide different finishes. For instance, sunlight and heat will bring out our leather’s golden tones whereas rain and sea water will leave splash marks and natural oils from your hands will cause darker patches to form. The best way then to speed up the patina process is to simply use your bag. Use it all the time, every time you leave the house without being delicate. The more the leather is exposed to the outdoors, the better.
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