Whether you are buying leather for the first time or restocking a workshop, the questions tend to be the same: which leather suits the job, what it should cost, and which tools you actually need. Below are the guides our customers ask for most. Choosing the right leather If you are not sure where to begin, our guide on where to buy leather in South Africa covers grades, thickness and what to expect to pay per metre. For a plain-English breakdown of the different hides and finishes, see our...

Where to buy leather in South Africa: suppliers by leather type and by city, wholesale and trade buying, what leather actually costs, and how to judge a merchant before you spend.

Vacuum, wipe with a wrung-out cloth and a pH-neutral cleaner, dry away from heat, then condition every 3 to 6 months. A practical guide to cleaning a leather couch, including stains, smells, household products and what never to use.