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Leather lexicon

  • Leather allergy

    There is no such thing as a leather allergy. However, skin contact reactions can still occur when the skin comes into contact with leather...

  • Finish

    Finishing in General Finishing involves the final steps in the leather-making process, during which the surface properties and appearance can be tailored to the customer’s preferences. This process encompasses not...

  • Certificate

    SA8000 Type: Certificate valid for 3 years with audits every 6 months Audit criteria: No child labor No forced labor Occupational safety Freedom of association and collective bargaining Prohibition of...

  • Yak leather

    Yak leather comes from the yak, a species of cattle that is widespread in Tibet and Central Asia. The high-altitude yak is also known as the "grunting ox" because of...

  • Wild skin

    Wild hide refers to the skins of animals that live in the wild.

  • Water treatment workshop

    Many individual steps in the leather manufacturing process require large amounts of water. For this reason, a water workshop is essential in leather production. Even the very first step in...

  • Waterproof

    The term "waterproof" is used interchangeably with "water-resistant" and means that moisture can be kept from penetrating. However, the terms "waterproof" or "water-resistant" never guarantee complete protection against This distinguishes...

  • Full-grain leather

    What is full-grain leather? This leather is a smooth leather from the grain split. The natural grain, including small skin irregularities, has not been altered. This means that the leather...

  • Vintage-leather

    What is vintage leather? Vintage leather does not correspond to any specific type of leather. The term refers either to new leather that looks like old leather or to new...

  • Tips for the right shoulder strap

    We’ve all been there: you want to buy a new bag and already have a few favorites in mind. But the catch is that they have two different straps. We’ve...

  • Ostrich leather

    Characteristics of Ostrich Leather Ostrich leather is typically processed into smooth leather. It is characterized by its softness, durability, and a distinctively dimpled grain pattern.This grain pattern is created by...

  • Split leather

    Split leather refers to leather that is derived from the flesh split. More about the splitting process or the different splits of leather can be found under the respective terms.

  • Salt Stains

    Salt Stains on Leather Goods – How to Remove Them Winter usually brings salt stains on your beautiful leather shoes. These are caused by road salt used by snow removal...

  • Recycled product

    As leather is a by-product of the meat industry, it is a one hundred per cent recycled product, because if the animal skin were not used for leather production, it...

  • Horse leather (Cordovan leather)

    Horsehide in General Horse leather is not as common today, as horses have been replaced by tractors in the fields and by motor vehicles on the roads. As a result,...

  • Metallic leather

    Metallic leather - leather with a metallic finish Metallic leather or metallized leather is smooth leather with a metallic finish. There are two methods for achieving this effect: In the...

  • Handlebar tape

    For a better riding experience, we recommend using handlebar tape on your bike’s handlebars. This improves grip and absorbs shocks and vibrations. When it comesto handlebar tape, comfort, feel, and...

  • Leather shoes: advantages over imitation leather

    Advantages of Leather Shoes Leather shoes have many advantages over synthetic leather and textile shoes. For example, they are breathable and stretchy. Of course, there are other advantages as well,...

  • Craquelure

    Craquelé: Application of Craquelé Varnish to Leather A distinctive surface texture found on tanned leathers is known as crackling, or craquelé. To achieve this effect on the leather, a special...

  • Controls of our producers

    In the production of Gusti Leather products, values such as animal welfare, sustainability, and human rights are our top priorities. We are subject to the international SA8000 standard, which aims...

  • Kangaroo leather

    Kangaroo Leather: General Information In Europe, kangaroo leather is classified as an exotic leather. In Australia, however, it is used in the same way that we use deerskin. As natural...

  • Leather production

    Leather is produced from animal hides. There are differences in the individual processes, depending on whether chemical or natural methods are used and whether the work is done traditionally or...

  • Violation detected

    If a violation is detected during our inspections, penalties previously stipulated in the contract will be imposed. Examples of violations include situations where a tannery employee is not wearing gloves....

  • Furs

    Hides: Colloquial Language vs. Leather Trade Terminology The term "skins" can be distinguished between its colloquial use and its use in leather terminology. In colloquial language, “hides” usually refers to...

  • Results of the controls

    What was found during our most recent inspections: We regularly check health and safety regulations for workers as well as child labor during our unannounced visits to production facilities. On...

  • Bikepacking

    The bicycle is a very popular mode of transportation, not only for daily commuting but also for leisure activities. For bike travelers who place a high value on flexibility and...

  • Gum Arabic Tree (Latin: Acacia nilotica)

    Vegetable tanning using the bark of the babool tree All Gusti Leather nature products are tanned using the bark of the babool tree. The tree grows primarily in India and...

  • Leather bicycle saddles

    Leather saddles offer far more advantages than just their stylish appearance. A particular highlight for many cyclists is that, after a certain break-in period, the leather molds perfectly to the...

  • finishing

    Leather finishing generally refers to the treatment of the leather in the final stages of production.

  • Tensile strength

    The tensile strength indicates how much stress the leather can be subjected to before it tears.

  • Goatskin leather

    What is goatskin leather? Goatskin leather is the third most produced leather in the world, sitting just behind cowhide leather and sheep leather. There are lots of advantages to using...

  • Tame hide

    Animal hides that come from animals raised in stables are referred to as "tame hides".

  • Suede leather

    Suede leather is a type of leather made from the hides of wild animals and characterized by a roughened surface.

  • Wet White

    "Wet White" refers to wet, synthetically tanned leather that is still in the manufacturing process.

  • Wet Blue

    "Wet blue" refers to wet chrome-tanned leather that is still in the manufacturing process.

  • Switches

    Soaking is the first step that takes place in the water tank.

  • Switch

    The term "soaking" refers to the liquid used in the "soaking" step to restore the skin's original moisture content.

  • Types of Closures

    Leather bags come with different types of closures depending on their size, design, and intended use. There are several types of closures used for bags, each offering different levels of...

  • Dip colouring

    In the dip-dyeing process, the aniline leather is dyed throughout in a bath, giving it its unique look.

  • Suede

    Suede is a type of rough leather and is an alternative name for suede.

  • Tension

    Tensioning is a step in the leather production process.

  • The columns

    Leather splits are the individual, separate layers of an animal hide.

  • Columns

    Splitting is a step in the tanning process and is usually carried out before or after tanning.

  • Sole leather

    Sole leather is leather that has been specially finished to make it suitable for the production of leather shoes. It does not refer to a specific type of leather, but...

  • Pigskin

    Pigskin leather is obtained from domestic pigs, which are called ‘pork’ in leather processing.

  • Saddle leather

    Saddle leather – sturdy, comfortable, and durable. Saddle leather is known for its durability, comfort, and ability to mold to the rider over time. It is typically made from Goat...

  • Saffron colouring

    Saffron dyeing is a vegetable dyeing process. Only vegetable tanning agents, such as saffron, are used here.

  • Saffian

    Saffiano or Saffiano leather is the name given to leather that is named after the Moroccan city of Safi.

  • Rawhide

    The rawhide is the untreated, peeled skin, which is then processed for leather production.

  • Cleaning leather

    Leather care is fundamentally crucial for the longevity and durability of a leather product.

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