Full Grain Leather vs Genuine Leather

1. Full Grain Leather:

   • Full grain leather is considered the highest quality leather available.
   • It is made from the top layer of the animal hide, which is the outermost and toughest part.
   • Full grain leather retains the natural grain pattern and imperfections of the hide, such as scars and blemishes, which add to its unique and rustic appearance.
   • It is the most durable type of leather.
   • Full grain leather is less processed than other types of leather, so it retains its natural strength and breathability.
   • Due to its high quality, full grain leather products are typically more expensive. 
     
     

2. Genuine Leather:

   • Genuine leather is a term that can be misleading because it is often used to describe a wide range of leather products, including those of lower quality.
   • It is made from layers of the hide that are split off from the top grain (the full grain) and then processed and treated.
   • Genuine leather can vary significantly in quality, depending on the specific treatment and finishing processes used.
   • Lower-quality genuine leather may be weaker and less durable compared to full grain leather.
   • It does not have the natural grain pattern and character of full grain leather and may have an artificially embossed or painted surface to mimic a higher-quality appearance.
   • Genuine leather products are typically more affordable than those made from full grain leather.

In summary, the key difference between full grain leather and genuine leather is the quality and part of the hide used. Full grain leather is the highest quality and comes from the top layer of the hide, while genuine leather encompasses a wider range of leather products and can vary in quality, often being made from lower layers of the hide. When looking for high-quality, durable leather products, full grain leather is generally the better choice, although it tends to be more expensive.
All House of Noori straps are crafted from full grain leather.