Leather terms glossary
A plain-English vocabulary.
Guides & News
Guides & News
A living shelf of terms, standards and dated updates that help owners, designers and repair professionals ask better questions.
Upholstery fire-safety context
Why jurisdiction matters.
Leather Working Group standards
Read sustainability claims carefully.
Read a care label
Turn label language into a question.
NYC Set-Out Times and Approved Containers
A practical guide to New York set-out windows, approved bins, and weight limits for trash, recycling, and curbside compost.
Leather, Fire, and the Limits of Material Specs
What leather upholstery can and cannot do in a fire, and why home fire safety guidance matters more than any finish or hide specification.