Nappa leather: advantages and care of this fine material
High quality, an elegant look and, with the right care, real durability: nappa leather has many advantages. You can buy wallets, shoes, leather jackets or even a sofa made from this material. Here you can find out what is important when using it.
Features of nappa leather
Nappa leather is chrome-tanned smooth leather that still contains full grain or natural pores. This leather has not been separated from the grain layer, which is why it is the strongest and most durable form of leather. If the natural structure of the grain and pores is roughened, the term nappa leather is no longer permitted.
The special quality of nappa leather can be seen and felt: It is particularly soft and supple. It is usually calf leather, but there is also nappa leather from sheep and, more rarely, from other animal species. What all nappa leathers have in common is that they are particularly breathable and open-pored materials. It is a fine, smooth leather that is generally the highest quality variant of products compared to other types of leather.
The name comes from Napa Valley in the USA, a wine-growing region in Napa County, California.
Use of nappa leather
As nappa leather is a high-quality and hard-wearing material, it is no wonder that it is used in a variety of ways and is popular with customers. For example, there is a lot of furniture made from Nappa - a sofa made from Nappa leather is a real highlight that can accompany you for a lifetime.
Nappa leather is also popular for clothing and accessories and is always a good choice: leather jackets, belts, shoes and purses made from this material guarantee a chic look and long-lasting quality. The wallets from SERASAR are also made of nappa leather - so you can be sure that you are choosing a product made of the finest leather.
Proper care of nappa leather
Even if your favorite pieces made from nappa leather can theoretically last a lifetime: It also depends on the right care. Leather is similar to our skin in that it contains fats that keep the leather soft and supple. However, these are lost over time, which is why it is important to lubricate the leather sufficiently to maintain its high quality.
How often and intensively you should do this naturally depends on the product and how it is used: Shoes that you wear regularly and that sometimes get wet will require more frequent care than purses, for example, which are always safely tucked away in your pocket.
To clean the nappa leather, first use a dry cloth to remove dirt and residue from the surfaces. Then it's great to apply a care product made for the purpose. This is usually a greasy cream that you work well into the nappa leather to provide it with the necessary nutrients. Allow the leather to dry well afterwards so that everything can soak in and take effect. Your favorite piece of nappa leather is then ready for use again.
Should you impregnate nappa leather?
Nappa leather is a material with an open-pored structure. The surface is therefore not waterproof. If you have shoes made of nappa leather, it helps if you treat and waterproof them with the right product before wearing them for the first time. Repeat this regularly, but not too often, to maintain the good quality of your nappa leather shoes.
It is important that you use a suitable waterproofing spray and apply it from a sufficient distance. Otherwise, stains may occur that you won't be able to get rid of easily. This is because care products are quickly absorbed into the open-pored nappa leather and can no longer be rubbed off. So make sure you use the spray correctly so that you can enjoy your nappa leather for a long time.
You can do the same with a leather jacket made from this material to protect it from rain and other environmental influences. If you buy other products made from nappa leather - such as wallets or belts - impregnation should not be necessary. All you need to do is use a care product occasionally and as required to take the best possible care of your nappa leather product.
