The most common types of leather are aniline, semi-aniline, and pigmented leather. Aniline leather is preferred for its natural appearance, and only dye is used to give it a different shade. Meanwhile, semi-aniline leather has a longer lifespan due to a surface coating that helps retain the colour and offers some form of resistance to stains. Pigmented leather has the best durability since it contains a durable polymer surface that's resistant to any fading or scuffing.