What is recycled/regenerated leather?
A material made from shredded genuine leather offcuts bonded with textile fibres, giving it a look and feel closer to natural leather than conventional faux leather. Texland's fabric has a backing made from 70% recycled genuine leather, making it a more sustainable, premium option.
What's the difference between recycled leather and faux leather?
Faux leather is made entirely from plastic fibres (PVC or PU) with no animal-derived content. Recycled leather incorporates genuine recycled leather into its composition — 70% of the backing, in this case — giving it a more authentic feel, more body and better performance for demanding uses like bags and bookbinding.
Is recycled leather fabric sustainable?
Yes, more so than new leather, since it reuses genuine leather waste that would otherwise be discarded. It isn't a fully vegan material, though, as it does contain animal-derived content.
What can recycled leather fabric be used for?
It's ideal for bags, backpacks, bookbinding, cases, laptop sleeves, decorative boxes and cushions. It isn't recommended for heavy-use sofa or chair upholstery — for that, Texland's faux leather or general upholstery fabric collections are better suited.
Where can I buy recycled leather fabric in the UK?
Texland ships recycled leather fabric across the UK and Europe, cut to length from 1 metre, with free samples available and a range of colours to choose from.
