Protected leathers are the most common leathers and for many consumers are the most practical. They are also the easiest to maintain and repair. Unlike Pure Aniline leathers, you can cover the damaged area with matching pigment. The leather is tanned and the top grain is aniline dye. Have less suppleness than Pure Anilines, but offer the most supple hand you can get and still have protection against fading and stains.
Some people prefer that natural marks, scars, scratches and color variations be minimized.
After theses leathers are dyed, a thin coat of color pigment is applied to partially cover natural markings and eliminate color variations. Then a clear protective topcoat is applied to prevent fading and soiling. This leather still has a soft hand, is durable and easy to clean. C. Protected Corrected Grain Corrected Grain Leathers use the lowest selection of top grain hides. Hides aniline dyed to establish the base color.