Leather Buying Guide: Essential Tips You Need To Know Now

[@SharedToAll]

Finally! Someone explained the difference between full grain and top grain in a way that actually makes sense.

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you for your comment, glad I could help.

[@kinsleyhawker]

Man, I used to think leather was just... leather. This video opened my eyes to a whole new world. Now I feel like a leather connoisseur!!

[@chrisdroberts]

@@kinsleyhawker Thanks for your comment! Glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@alice_newman]

Oh wow Chris. Never in my life did I think I'd be watching a 20min video on leather, but here I am absolutely glued to the screen. So interesting and such amazing value. Well freakin done!!

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@billconconi]

Holy cow, I had no clue there were so many leather types! This guide is a total game-changer. Thanks for breaking it down, Chris - my wallet's gonna thank you next time I'm shopping!

[@chrisdroberts]

Thanks for your comment Glad I could help you, good luck out there!

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you I appreciate the compliment. Glad you enjoyed. Please share so others can learn the wonders about leather.

[@garymacdonald5370]

Never thought I'd ever sit near on 20 minutes to watch a video on... leather of all things. Very VERY interesting stuff mate.

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you for the comment!

[@aaronsswank]

Nearly ruined my new leather chair with Windex before watching this. Bless you and your timing, Chris! Gonna stick to leather cleaners from now on.

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you for your comment!

[@franklinpgarner]

honestly man, I feel like leather's like the Terminator of materials. It WILL be back and just keep going!

[@chrisdroberts]

Nice, I'll be back! Thanks for your comment.

[@franklinpgarner]

@@chrisdroberts thanks for the tips!

[@clairemortimer606]

Love the feel of leather, so so much

[@chrisdroberts]

@@clairemortimer606 thanks for your comment. Leather is great. A good quality leather item will last you decades.

[@debajyotimaiti366]

Very nice video.

[@chrisdroberts]

@@debajyotimaiti366 thank you!

[@therealjuanschmidt]

I'm curious, Chris-what are your thoughts on synthetic leathers like vegan leather? How do they compare to the real thing in terms of durability and feel?

[@chrisdroberts]

Well, the definition of a leather is basically a skin or a hide of an animal. The fact that genuine leather is a skin Hyde and his weathered and natural gives it extra strength and flexibility.. Anything categorized as a vegan or synthetic or pho leather would usually have characteristics of a plastic. It may be processed to have a softness to it, but the durability in my opinion based on experience would not even be close, especially the tinsel strength and terms puncture or rip strength. You may have a much more uniform look because there are no natural markings or grains to contest with, but that product would not breathe like genuine leather so you may also get hot while sitting on it as your body temperature will reflect back on you as it settles on the synthetic surface. Not a bad product, probably affordable and lots of design options, but certainly not in the same category as a leather . It is important to remember that at least Furniture or as it relates to cows, they are not harmed for their hides . Purchased as an industry and other guys gone to waste . Hope this answers your question!

[@jackcryner]

You mentioned different leather tanning processes like brain tanning and chromium sulfate tanning. Are there any significant health or environmental impacts between these methods?

[@chrisdroberts]

Not that I’m aware of. Most tanning is done with salts today. Back in the day they even tanned with urine. Ugh…

[@gretaallison]

Chris, you're the leather whisperer.

[@chrisdroberts]

Thanks, that’s funny!

[@andrea-harrison]

My cat's gonna love our new leather couch. My wallet, not so much. LOL

[@chrisdroberts]

Thats funny, thenks for the comment. Leather sofas do start at around $699 and up to 10K depending on the quality and type, that being reclining or stationary. And clothing is the same, price goes up from a low starting point based on quality and what it's being used for. .

[@juliaressberger]

Chemistry lesson I actually enjoyed. Take that, high school!

[@chrisdroberts]

Thank you!

[@juliaressberger]

@@chrisdroberts very welcome, really interesting stuff

[@Favekillertunes]

The 28-year-old leather jacket blew my mind. Talk about getting your money's worth! Definitely makes me want to invest in some quality leather goods instead of this nasty faux stuff.

[@chrisdroberts]

Thanks for your comment! Leathers is amazing🤙🏼

[@donaldeaston441]

What’s your opinion on buying vintage leather products? Are they worth the investment?

[@chrisdroberts]

@@donaldeaston441 in my opinion vintage or not. Leather is timeless and if you care for it you can literally own it for a lifetime. Vintage could have additional value to the buyer of there is a connection to a specific timeline. I would say that the processing back in the day was cleaner. In other words, less chemicals use when processing. Please share a pic in the comments of you buy something. Curious what you find. Thanks for the comment.

[@suebakernottly]

I am an animal advocate, and I think the way we harvest poor defenceless creatures for fashion is abhorrent - I think leather should never be used.

[@chrisdroberts]

I appreciate your passion for animals and agree with your comment. The leather described in this video is cowhide and is a byproduct of the meat industry. In other words, no animals were targeted for their hides. The hides are purchased after the fact so as not to go to waste. Keep up the good work you are doing for the animals.