Uses for Top-Grain Leather

Furniture Upholstery

• Top-grain leather is used for many purposes and cuts across most industries. It is suited for the upholstery of furniture because it is the strongest and most durable part of the hide, yet it is also soft and supple. It adds comfort and beauty to sofas, couches, recliners and dining room chairs. Tables are also covered with top-grain leather.

Fashion Leather

• The fashion industry uses top-grain leather for all sorts of footwear, from rugged, waterproof hiking boots to delicate designer shoes. The softness of top leather grain lends itself to motorcycle jackets, leather pants, belts, vests and hats, including cowboy hats. Women's bags and purses, men's wallets and carrier bags can all be manufactured from top-grain leather. Adult and children's backpacks of all sizes are made from soft, top-grain leather.

Leather Gloves

• Gloves made of top-grain leather are used for sports, such as handball, football, baseball and cycling. They are comfortable for driving, gardening and bartending and provide protection from occupational hazards. Basketballs, footballs and soccer balls are also made from top-grain leather.

Business and Sport Uses

• For business people who like the feel of top-grain leather, there are leather attaché cases, luggage, leather folders and keychains. Golf pros can find golf bags, shoe bags, leather score cards and other accessories. Avid bowlers can order special bowling shoes with both the upper section and the lining made of top-grain leather to keep their feet cool and comfortable.

Other Uses

• Top-grain leather is used for barstools, wristbands, dog bands, watchbands, bicycle seats and even steering wheel covers. Leather cords and laces of different colors and sizes are manufactured from top-grain leather and are sold by the yard for various purposes.