{"product_id":"automotive-leather-hides-36-42-sq-ft-uv-wear-resistant-multiple-colors","title":"Automotive Leather Hides – 36–42 Sq. Ft. – UV \u0026 Wear Resistant – Multiple Colors","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese full automotive leather hides are sourced from the automotive industry and are designed to withstand years of everyday use. Each hide measures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36–42 square feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making them suitable for everything from complete automotive interiors to furniture restoration and leather goods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike standard upholstery leather, automotive leather is specifically treated to resist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV exposure, fading, and abrasion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it a practical choice for projects that will see frequent use or occasional exposure to sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Colors:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYose Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGranite Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6870 Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInk (Dark Navy Blue)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness \u0026amp; Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYose Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlightly thicker automotive leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGranite Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighter weight and more flexible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6870 Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-weight automotive leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep, dark navy blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 3 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally soft and flexible—feels much like upholstery leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround 2 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLighter-weight automotive leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause these hides were originally produced for automotive interiors, firmness varies slightly by color. Most automotive leathers are somewhat stiffer than furniture upholstery leather, although the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is noticeably softer and more supple.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese hides are suitable for many upholstery and leatherworking 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\u003eRV and camper interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoat interiors (covered applications)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRestaurant seating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBar stools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDining chairs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffice chairs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccent furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOttomans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeadboards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandbags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWallets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTote bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTool rolls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnife sheaths\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom leather crafts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose Automotive Leather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomotive leather is engineered for a demanding environment where surfaces experience constant use, temperature changes, and prolonged exposure to sunlight. For many projects, these characteristics make it an excellent alternative to standard upholstery leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUV-resistant finish helps reduce fading from sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent abrasion and wear resistance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable finish designed for high-use applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy-to-clean surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsistent quality and finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge full hides minimize seams on larger projects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThings to Consider\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomotive leather does have a different feel than traditional upholstery leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost colors are firmer and slightly stiffer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is generally less drapable than soft furniture leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome leather goods, such as garments or very soft handbags, may benefit from softer upholstery leather instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness and flexibility vary somewhat by color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your project will be exposed to sunlight, frequent use, or heavy wear, automotive leather is often the better choice. If your priority is an exceptionally soft feel with maximum flexibility, upholstery leather may be more suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHide Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eApproximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e36–42 square feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural hide shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual hides vary slightly in dimensions and grain, making every hide unique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause leather is a natural material, each hide will have its own grain pattern, character, and minor natural markings that make every piece one of a kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have made every attempt to match the color of the leather you see on the screen to the actual color you will receive.  Factors such as displays and lighting affect the perceived color.  If color is critical please order a sample before ordering.  We also cannot match existing leather that you might have.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leather Lady NC","offers":[{"title":"Dark Gray JR7","offer_id":50362218807489,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Purple JR8","offer_id":50362218840257,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Granite Gray JR5","offer_id":50362218873025,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray JR12","offer_id":50362218905793,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ink JR10","offer_id":50362218938561,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yosi Blue JR8","offer_id":50362218971329,"sku":null,"price":165.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/3668\/9345\/files\/Main_image.png?v=1782585835","url":"https:\/\/leatherladync.com\/products\/automotive-leather-hides-36-42-sq-ft-uv-wear-resistant-multiple-colors","provider":"Leather Lady NC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}