Whole Hide~50 sq ft
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Black Premium Upholstery Cowhide

Chrome-Tanned Automotive and Furniture LeatherFull Aniline FinishNaturally Pebbled Top Grain1.3–1.5 mm (~4 oz)~50 Sq Ft Whole Hide
$299.99

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Not sure? Feel it first Order a swatch of this leather · $4.99 Cut from the same hides we sell. Add other colors to the same card.
Whole hide collection Upholstery Swatch Ring · $39.99 Every whole hide leather and every color, bound on one ring.
Stock program — we restock this leather regularly
The Tannery Standard New York
Fulfillment Ships in 1–2 days Packed by our team in New York
Returns 14-day returns On uncut leather · Policy
Direct Manufacturer-direct 40+ years in the trade
Certified LWG approved Gold & Silver rated tanneries
Project guidesSofas & couchesDining chairsCar & truckMotorcyclesBoatsAircraft

This Premium Upholstery Cowhide represents the highest-performing leather in our Home & Auto collection. Chrome-tanned using an upholstery-grade process, each hide receives a high-performance protective finish designed for environments that demand exceptional durability — automotive seating, residential upholstery, and heavy-use hospitality settings.

The naturally pebbled top grain provides a rich, elevated texture with an even, luxurious appearance. Because this grain is not corrected, customers should expect very slight natural variation toward the edges — a characteristic of premium natural grain hides that does not impact quality or cuttability.

Each hide is extremely clean with no hump holes, offering large, uninterrupted cutting surfaces. At 1.3–1.5 mm, this leather has more body and substance than standard upholstery weights, giving it a soft-medium temper: buttery and supple, yet strong enough for demanding use.

Environmental Responsibility: The most environmentally friendly leathers, produced in LWG Gold and Silver Rated Tanneries and Finishing Facilities, meeting the Leather Working Group’s rigorous standards for responsible resource use, waste management, and chemical safety, ensuring a sustainable product.

For assistance on Wholesale Pricing please email Wholesale@TanneryNYC.com

Black Premium Upholstery Cowhide – Chrome-Tanned Automotive and Furniture Leather, Full Aniline Finish, Naturally Pebbled Top Grain, 1.3–1.5 mm (~4 oz), ~50 Sq Ft Whole Hide size guide
Black Premium Upholstery Cowhide
$299.99

Real leather. Real difference.

See what separates this leather from a synthetic alternative.

Premium Upholstery Cowhide Synthetic Upholstery
Premium Upholstery Cowhide Naturally pebbled top grain with real depth
Synthetic Upholstery Synthetic grain is manufactured for repetition
Premium Upholstery Cowhide Substantial 1.3–1.5 mm body with a supple hand
Synthetic Upholstery Synthetic thickness comes from layered construction
Premium Upholstery Cowhide Protective finish designed for furniture, automotive and hospitality use
Synthetic Upholstery Performance depends on the coating and backing system
Premium Upholstery Cowhide Real leather can be maintained with care appropriate to its finish
Synthetic Upholstery A damaged synthetic face layer is difficult to restore

More of your budget goes into the leather.

We source and stock at production scale, giving makers access to professional-grade leather at competitive prices.

Care & ageing

A few simple habits will keep your leather looking and feeling its best.

  • Clean gently

    Use a soft, dry cloth for routine cleaning. For anything stronger, choose a product made for the finish and test it on a hidden area first.

  • Let it dry naturally

    If the leather gets wet, blot it and leave it to air-dry at room temperature. Avoid hairdryers, radiators and direct heat.

  • Store it without hard folds

    Keep it flat or loosely rolled, away from prolonged sunlight. Sharp folds can become permanent creases.

What to expect over time

Leather softens with handling. Changes in color and surface depend on the finish and how the material is used. If the final appearance is critical, test a swatch before starting the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our leather, ordering, shipping, swatches, returns, and more.

Start with what you're making. Our project guides recommend specific leathers for sofas, dining chairs, car and truck interiors, boats, aircraft, motorcycles, bags, shoes, belts, wallets and jewelry, fringe and repairs. If you're between two leathers, order swatches and compare them in hand.

Yes. We offer two swatch options so you can evaluate a leather's color, texture, weight, and finish before purchasing a full hide.

Individual Leather Swatches — $4.99 per swatch Choose the specific colors and leather articles you want to evaluate directly from our swatch page. Each swatch is cut from our current stock, giving you an accurate representation of the leather you would receive.

Upholstery Leather Swatch Ring Our complete ring includes samples of our whole-hide, upholstery-grade leathers. Each swatch has a QR code that links directly to the corresponding product, making it easy to review and reorder. It is ideal for interior designers, upholstery shops, automotive shops, and businesses that work with leather regularly.

Both options help you make confident decisions before purchasing full hides.

Leather is a natural material, and hides carry markings from the animal's life: scars, insect bites, wrinkles, brands and grain variation. They're part of genuine leather, not defects. Full-grain and natural leathers show more of them because they keep the hide's original surface; corrected-grain and more heavily finished leathers show fewer.

It depends on the leather, the size of the hide and its natural markings. The neck, belly and edges can be looser or thinner, so plan your pattern around them and allow for some waste. Our calculator gives typical square footage for common projects.

Because leather is a natural material and each hide is unique, we encourage you to order swatches before purchasing full hides.

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for leather that is unused, uncut and in its original packaging. A 20% restocking fee applies ($10 minimum). It covers our original shipping and the prepaid return label we send you.

Scrap, swatches, clearance, sale items and custom projects are final sale.

Contact us before returning and we'll send your label. Read the full return policy

No. You can buy one pre-cut sheet, one hide or a full production run. For larger quantities, ask about volume pricing.

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