Specialist Leather Training

Course: Understanding Aniline Leathers

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Build the specialist knowledge needed to confidently identify, assess and work with aniline leather.

This two-day course explores the unique behaviour of aniline and other absorbent leather finishes, including identification, staining, fading, body oils, cleaning and colour restoration. Learn how to select appropriate treatment techniques while preserving the natural character and appearance that makes aniline leather unique.

Ideal for technicians, upholsterers, detailers and leather care professionals who regularly encounter premium and sensitive leather finishes.

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About this course

Develop the specialist knowledge needed to identify, assess and work confidently with aniline and other absorbent leather finishes.

This two-day specialist course explores the characteristics, behaviour and treatment of aniline and other absorbent leather finishes. Learn how to identify different aniline leather types, understand how they respond to moisture, oils, cleaning and wear, and assess common issues such as staining, fading and colour variation. The course also explores appropriate cleaning, restoration and repair approaches while preserving the natural character of the leather. Ideal for technicians, upholsterers, detailers and leather care professionals who want greater confidence working with these more sensitive leather types.

Course Type

Understanding Aniline Leathers

System

Aniline Leather Care & Restoration

Course Code

TC-1-005

Duration

2 days

Time

8:30am – 4pm

Location

LFPA Ormeau Training Facility

Suitable for

Technicians, detailers, upholsterers, leather repairers and professional leather care specialists

Participants Receive

Leather samples, course manual and certificate of completion

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Course modules

Module 1: Understanding Aniline Leather
How aniline leather differs from protected and pigmented finishes and why its natural characteristics matter. 

Module 2: Identifying Aniline Types
Recognising aniline, semi-aniline and related absorbent finishes through appearance, feel and surface behaviour.

Module 3: Common Aniline Problems
Understanding staining, fading, body oils, water marks, colour variation and other common issues. 

Module 4: Cleaning & Preparation
Selecting appropriate cleaning methods and understanding the risks associated with absorbent leather. 

Module 5: Restoration & Colour 
Approaches to restoring colour and appearance while maintaining the natural character of the leather. 

Module 6: Assessment & Problem Solving 
Evaluating real-world aniline leather issues and selecting an appropriate treatment approach.

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What's Included

  • Two-day specialist training session
  • Aniline leather identification examples
  • Practical demonstrations
  • Cleaning and restoration techniques
  • Guided assessment of common aniline problems
  • Leather samples and training manual
  • Q&A with your trainer
  • Certificate of completion

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What You'll Learn

  • How to identify aniline and other absorbent leather finishes
  • How aniline leather behaves differently from protected leather
  • How to recognise staining, fading and colour variation
  • How to assess moisture and oil-related damage
  • Appropriate cleaning and preparation techniques
  • How to approach colour restoration without masking natural character
  • What to avoid when working with sensitive aniline finishes

FAQ's

Build confidence working with aniline leather

Aniline leather requires a different approach to protected leather. Learn how to recognise its unique characteristics, assess common problems and select appropriate techniques without compromising its natural appearance.

Have questions about this course?

Speak with the LFPA team if you’re unsure whether this course is the right fit for your experience level, industry or business goals.
Phone: 1300 554 209

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