Using Leather
Using Leather in Upholstery
This drawing* shows how the different parts of a leather hide are used in upholstery. The A Section of
Section A
- Seat Tops
- Inside backs
- Cushion bands
- Other sections that get more use or stress
Section B
- Outside arms
- Outside backs
- Hidden bands
- Other parts the receive little or no flexing
The Flank
- Outside backs
- Non-wearing surfaces
Flank fibers generally run in one direction (side to side). When stretching the flank, first stretch in in the direction of across the hide. If you stretch if the other way first, you may crack the surface.
(*info and drawing taken from the Hoch & Selby Upholstery Catalog, page 44.)
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