{"product_id":"automotive-leather-hides-36-42-sq-ft-3-4-oz-uv-resistant","title":"Automotive Leather Hides – 36–42 sq. ft. | 3–4 oz. | UV Resistant","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese genuine automotive leather hides are designed for applications where durability, appearance, and resistance to sunlight are important. Originally manufactured for automotive interiors, these hides have been treated to provide UV resistance, making them well suited for vehicle restoration, aircraft seating as well as many upholstery and leather craft projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach hide measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36–42 square feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing enough material for larger projects while maintaining the strength expected from automotive-grade leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared to standard upholstery leather, automotive leather is generally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslightly firmer in temper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eslightly thinner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, averaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 oz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This combination makes it easier to stretch around contours while still providing excellent durability for high-wear applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eException:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePewter Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e hide has an exceptionally soft hand and drape. It feels much more like traditional upholstery leather while maintaining the benefits of automotive-grade finishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDust Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrown 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmy Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePewter Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine automotive leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eApproximate hide size: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36–42 square feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThickness: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3–4 oz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV-resistant automotive finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural grain leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull hides with irregular natural shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor and grain may vary slightly from hide to hide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomotive leather is suitable for a wide variety of projects, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomotive seat restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor panels and interior trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotorcycle seats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFurniture upholstery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDining chairs and bar stools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandbags and purses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWallets and accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather bags and cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadboards and decorative panels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom upholstery projects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomotive leather is a natural product, and each hide will have its own unique grain pattern and characteristics. Because hides are naturally shaped, dimensions will vary, but each hide falls within the stated square footage range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have questions about color, texture, or suitability for your project, we're happy to help before you order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leather Lady NC","offers":[{"title":"Army Green - JR18","offer_id":50355776585921,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown 19 - JR18","offer_id":50355776618689,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cream JR16","offer_id":50355776651457,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dust Gray JR14","offer_id":50355776684225,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Light Purple JR14","offer_id":50355776716993,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Med Purple JR14","offer_id":50355776749761,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pewter Blue JR20","offer_id":50355776782529,"sku":null,"price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3668\/9345\/files\/AutomotiveHidesMainImage.png?v=1782383384","url":"https:\/\/leatherladync.com\/products\/automotive-leather-hides-36-42-sq-ft-3-4-oz-uv-resistant","provider":"Leather Lady NC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}