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Nappa calfskin
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Nappa leather is an exceptional material, smooth and naturally supple. It is a high-end leather, ideal for fine leather goods and accessories: handbags, clutches, wallets, coin purses, phone cases...
What is nappa leather?
Recognized in the luxury and fashion industry, nappa leather is a smooth full-grain leather, made from skins selected for their quality. It is renowned for its fineness, suppleness, robustness and silky touch. These characteristics have earned it a prominent place in fine leather goods workshops and major luxury houses.
It offers an elegant visual rendering that instantly enhances leather creations.
Its fineness makes it easy to cut and sew by machine or by hand. It is a choice ally for delicate pieces where precision makes all the difference. This material can be worked by professionals as well as by beginners who wish to use a noble and quality material.
A continuous range of NAPPA calf leather
Deco Cuir offers you a continuous range of NAPPA calf leather. Tanned in Italy, this leather brings together all the qualities sought by the most demanding leather craftsmen: a fine leather 1 mm thick, supple, with a silky touch and subtly shiny.
The NAPPA range is available in a palette of colors selected to meet the needs of all creators. Timeless colors that transcend the seasons such as black, beige, brown, burgundy... As well as more assertive shades that will give character to your pieces such as green, honey, red...
This is a permanent collection: the shades and thickness remain identical from one order to another. An essential asset for professionals who work in series and all those who wish to be able to restock their material. This range is recognizable by its "continuous range" label.
Nappa calf leathers on clearance
Deco Cuir also offers nappa calf leathers from the dormant stock of the leather industry or major leather goods houses. These leathers are offered at reduced prices and in limited quantities. It is an opportunity to work with quality leathers at affordable prices. Once the stock is exhausted, the leather will no longer be available.
Your questions about nappa leather
Is nappa leather real leather?
Yes, nappa leather is a high-end leather. The term "nappa" refers to full-grain leather from the outer layer of the skin, where the quality is highest. Nappa leather has a luxurious appearance, it is fine, supple, smooth and soft.
What does the name "nappa" mean?
The term "nappa" comes from the Napa Valley in California where this type of leather was developed.
How to care for nappa leather?
Nappa leather requires maintenance adapted to fine and delicate leathers.
The choice of product depends on the finish of your leather. To determine it, a simple test is enough: lightly moisten the surface, if the moisture is absorbed and leaves a mark, your leather is unprotected. Saphir Delicate Cream will be suitable for the maintenance of this type of leather. If there is no absorption, we recommend using Saphir Leather Renovator.















