James River Leather

You can't judge a book by its cover is an adage that nicely sums up the allure of James River. Lurking just below its "cover" is a very alluring and appealing surprise - a tri-tone color combination that evokes a sense of prestige and history. If the furniture featuring James River could talk, it could undoubtedly tell us about life before electricity and cars, about World Wars one and two, about man walking on the moon, about the fall of the Iron Curtain and many more world events over the past many decades.

Fashion/inspiration/influences: Traditional/Vintage

Color palette/special texture: The visual image created by the hand crafted on-the-furniture rub-off technique is normally only achieved through years of use and enjoyment. The subtle sophisticated blend of the hues and tones is a result of the combination of the multi-tone under coloration and the light top coat. When top coat is rubbed through after the leather has been upholstered, these blends are most evident on the natural wear points; seat tops, arm tops, seams, front panels, etc. The palette is one of traditional understatement; deep rich natural tones, very comforting and pleasing to the eye.

Facts

Surface grain	Top, Full-Grain
Special effect	Post Finish; Tri-Tone Wipe-Off
Thickness	1.0 - 1.2 mm
Hide origin	Asia
Hide size	50 - 52 sq. ft.

Techno facts: Quality hides are selected and processed utilizing the industry's most advanced and innovative technologies. James River hides are selected for their individual characteristics, including naturally occurring range markings; healed scars, brands, fat and neck wrinkles. A foundation color is applied to the aniline dyedcrust, then a second transparent color is applied and lastly a specially formulated top coat is applied. The top coat is rubbed off by the furniture maker, after the seating piece is upholstered, creating a one-of-a-kind look for each piece. The finish is self sealing and will resist every day stains and spills.