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Leather
Carl Hansen & Søn offers a selection of different types of leather. Each type of leather has its own
qualities and characteristics which are useful to know before using the furniture.
Pigmented Leather: LOKE, FREJA
Loke and Freja are buffed and pigmented cowhide. This type of leather is known for its durable
and easy to clean surface. The leather is buffed which means that the leather’s surface is sanded,removing all the natural marks and errors. Subsequently, the leather is coated and embossed togive the leather a uniform and smooth appearance. Pigmented leather, therefore, is very suitablefor both private and public environments where furniture is subjected to more wear and tear.
Semi-aniline Leather: THOR
Semi-aniline leather is cowhide which has a thinner layer of surface protection than pigmented
leather which makes it softer but also less resistant to dirt and stains. This type of leather, likeaniline leather, is characterized by its natural appearance and good seating comfort. Semi-aniline
leather is recommended when it is important to have a practical type of leather without forfeiting
the soft and comfortable characteristics.
Aniline Leather: SIF
Aniline leather is cowhide without any form of surface protection. Aniline leather is made from thehighest quality rawhide and is characterized by its exclusive and soft surface as well as excellent
seating comfort. As the leather is untreated, natural markings such as insect bites and scars will bepart of the leather’s unique appearance. Aniline leather is recommended for individuals who want
the purest quality and the best comfort and value the exclusive patina effect of natural leather.
Goatskin (aniline leather)Our goatskin is vegetable-tanned aniline leather. The goatskin is made from the highest quality
rawhide. To begin with, the leather has a completely natural, untreated surface where all natural
markings such as fat streaks, insect bites, scars etc. are visible and contribute to the leather’sexclusive and unique appearance. The leather’s natural structure of the surface is maintained and,therefore, the leather is porous which makes for optimum seating comfort. The use of the furnitureand the influence of light will give the leather its very own character and beautiful patina. Regulartreatment with vegetable-based leather cream or other vegetable-based care products
is recommended.
Saddle Leather (aniline leather)
Saddle leather originates from the middle section of the back of the cowhide. It is a strong and long
lasting type of leather. Saddle leather is very durable and will eventually develop an attractive patina.

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In general
We recommend that leather furniture should be vacuumed regularly with a soft brush. Avoid using
cleaning products.
Typical features and natural marks that can occur on saddle leather, aniline and semi-aniline
leather:• Insect bites• Scars• Neck folds• Fat streaks• Beauty marks• Hide hair
• Color differences from one leather hide to another and even from the same hide
• Variation in the natural grain from one hide to another and even from the same hide
Normal cleaning and maintenance - pigmented leather: LOKE, FREJA
Wipe the surface with a clean, soft undyed cloth for normal and daily cleaning. Use a damp,
well wrung cloth if slightly soiled.
Special cleaning - pigmented leather: LOKE, FREJAIf the well rung damp cloth is not sufficient for getting rid of a deeper stain, the leather canbe wiped with a clean, soft cloth soaked in soapy water (see instructions). Be sure to wipe theentire surface. Spot cleaning is not advisable as it can cause stains or blotches and cause color
variations in the leather.
Normal cleaning and maintenance - aniline, semi-aniline and saddle leather: THOR, SIF, Goatskin
Wipe the surface with a clean, undyed cloth for normal and daily cleaning. Use a damp, well wrung
cloth for lighter stains. Wipe the surface quickly over the entire surface to avoid blotches.
Special cleaning - aniline, semi-aniline and saddle leather: THOR, SIF, Goatskin
Spilled liquids and the like should be removed immediately. If the well rung damp cloth isnot sufficient, the leather can be wiped with a clean, soft cloth soaked in soapy water (seeinstructions). Be sure to wipe the entire surface. Spot cleaning is not advisable as it can makestains and cause color variations in the leather.
Instructions for cleaning the leather with a soap solution
The soap solution should consist of ¼ dl natural, colorless soap flakes to 1 liter of warm water.
Whip the soap flakes in the warm water and let the solution cool to room temperature before
using. It is important that only the foam is used from the solution and that the leather is not
soaked. Remember to dry the leather with a dry, undyed cloth or stains from the foam may appear.
Polish the furniture with a dry soft cotton cloth when it is dry.

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Special consideration
Textile dyes from non-colorfast clothes can stain the leather types which have natural surfaces(aniline, semi-aniline, saddle leather) and can cause permanent discoloring of the leather.
Never place leather right next to heat sources or in direct sunlight. They can degrade the qualityof the leather.
If the leather needs special treatment, use vegetable-based leather cream or other naturalvegetable-based care products.
Warning! Do not use care products too often.
Warning! If the surface is very worn or dirty, leather creams can stain the surface or cause color
changes to the leather.