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Fundamental

Description

With a smooth, tight, embossed grain, Fundamental has an extremely soft hand and all the characteristics of a much more expensive leather.  With a fully pigmented topcoat for protection, Fundamental is an ideal choice for any application.

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Specifications

Average Hide Size 48 sqft / 4.46 sqmt
Thickness 0.9 – 1.1 mm

Performance Characteristics

Light Fastness (AATCC Method 16, Option E) 4
Tear Strength (ASTM D4705) 25 lbs.
Flexing Endurance (ASTM D2097) Pass
Abrasion (ASTM D3884) Pass
Elongation (ASTM D2211) 30 – 50% at 50 lbs.
Crocking (ASTM D5053) Wet:4 Dry:4-5
Breaking Force (ASTM D2208) 175 lbs

Flammability

Boston Fire Dept. Code (BFD 1×1) w/Fire Blocker and or Fire Barrier Cloth Pass
California Technical Bulletin 117 Pass
Cigarette Ignition Resistance (NFPA 260) Class 1
California Technical Bulletin 133 w/Fire Blocker and/or Fire Barrier Cloth Pass

Cleaning Instructions

Pigmented leathers have a protective finish by nature of the tanning process.

For spots and spills:  Blot gently with a clean absorbent cloth.  Use clear warm water and gently wipe the spill.  Dry with a clean towel and allow to air dry.  If water is used, use on entire area (i.e., entire seat cushion, arm rest, etc,) where the spill occurred.
Do not dry with heat dryers, hair dryers, etc.

For stubborn spots and stains: Use a mild solution of Ivory soap and  warm water. Apply the solution with a clean wet sponge and wash, then rinse well.  Let air dry. Always test a hidden area first.

For butter, oil, or grease:  Wipe excess substance with a clean, dry cloth and let stand. The spot should dissipate into the leather in a short period of time. Do not apply water.

Do not use:  Any saddle soaps, oils, abrasives, cleaners, soaps, furniture polish, varnish or ammonia water.

Please note:  The leather with initially repel most liquids, but if left to stand over an extended period of time, they will be absorbed. Even if the spill is absorbed, it will dissipate in time and eventually diffuse any stains.

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Available Colors Click to view swatch. Click on star and button below to Request Swatch.

FL10-White
FL11-Winter-White
FL12-Buff
FL15-Sesame
FL18-Dijon
FL22-Khaki
FL25-Saddle
FL28-Terracotta
FL29-Rust
FL30-Beige
FL36-Truffle
FL40-Graphite
FL48-Salon
FL53-Red
FL55-Standard-Green
FL62-Pantaloon
FL68-CORDOVAN
FL72-STANDARD-BROWN
FL79-WALNUT
FL80-CLASSIC-ROYAL
FL90-BLACK
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