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Types of Leather

Clyde's 4-step leather recoloring process is our simple yet highly effective method of leather repair and recoloring; backed by years of trial and error, customer reviews, and professional feedback.

Lamb Leather

Lambskin leather is a soft, delicate material known for its luxurious feel and lightweight texture. While it’s relatively easy to recolor, its fragile nature makes it prone to scratches and damage if not handled with care. Working with lambskin requi

Faux Leather

Artificial leather is a material that is commonly used for making upholstery, clothing, and accessories. It is typically made of plastic polymer, and it mimics the look and grain of real leather. Recoloring faux leather is a fun, inexpensive way to t

King Ranch Leather

This is a high-end coated Aniline Leather used in Ford trucks and other luxury automobile interiors, named and embossed after one of the largest ranches in the world!. All models after 2013 will require regular recoloring balm. This is due to the ure

Aniline Leather

Aniline leather is a high-quality, natural Napa leather dyed with translucent aniline dyes that highlight its natural grain, including scars and wrinkles. It has a soft, luxurious feel but is prone to stains, fading, and scratches, requiring regular

Red Leather

Red leather is a type of leather that has been dyed or treated to achieve a rich red color. It is often used in the production of clothing, furniture, and accessories. There are many different types of red leather available, including full-grain buff

Ostritch Embossed Leather

Ostrich leather is naturally oily, so thoroughly buff off any residue before applying recoloring balm. The raised bumps, where feathers once grew, absorb more color than the flat areas. True ostrich leather is distinguishable from embossed ostrich pr

Napa Leather

Napa leather is a premium leather known for its fine grain and ultra-soft texture, made from unsplit sheepskin. The finer grain, with smaller bumps, gives it a softer feel than regular leather. To maintain napa leather:. Napa leather's unique qualiti

Alcantara Leather

Alcantara is a synthetic fabric made from polyester and polyurethane. Often compared to suede, Alcantara offers several advantages. It is more durable, resistant to staining, and easier to clean; just wipe it down with a damp cloth. Despite its popul

Bonded Leather

Bonded leather is crafted from a blend of genuine leather scraps and polyurethane, offering an affordable alternative to full-grain leather. While it mimics the look and feel of authentic leather, bonded leather is less durable and prone to wear over