Matt coats for leather

Why Should I Use Matt Coats for Leather?

If you have seen the products that we have to offer on our website for your leather articles, then one thing that you might be interested in is applying a top coat to your product, whether this be clothing, shoe leather, upholstery or leather goods. The great thing about leather is that you can choose to add whatever top coat you like. One thing that many people are interested in learning more about is matt coats for leather. If you are thinking about buying one of these to add a matt finish to your product, then it is important that you learn about the benefits.

   What are the Benefits of Adding a Matt Coat?

What many people may not realize is that there are actually a number of benefits that come with adding a matt coat to leather. First of all, it will leave no shine behind. If you have a leather item that was matt in appearance when you purchased it, then the last thing that you want is for it to start getting shiny. By using a matt coat, you can eradicate this problem. Another good thing about using a matt coat is that it can actually clean and revitalize the leather itself. If you have leather goods, then the last thing that you want is for them to become dirty and dry.

  Which Matt Products Do We Offer?

We have a number of matt coats on offer to our customers. One of them that you may be interested in is the VECOSOL APPRETTO 1167. This is a polyurethanic anionic compound which adds a natural matt appearance to your leather and a gummy touch. The great thing about this product is that it can actually be modified by using other products from the range, so you can get the exact appearance that you want.

Leather Finishing Chemicals

The different leather products you see around you have been perfected to a smooth finish by people in the tanning and chemical industry. Leather finishing chemicals contribute towards making the final product a sturdy, durable product. One such company which deals with different leather products and uses chemicals during the manufacturing of leather is Veco. Their leather finishing binders are divided into three categories, namely:

  1. Acrylic Resins
  2. Polyurethane Resins
  3. Polyurethane Resins without NMP

Acrylic Resins

The one defining factor for these resins (applicable to all 3 categories as stated above) is that, according to us, they are “resins in aqueous dispersion”. There are two types of Acrylic Resins: Vecosol Binder A (311, 490 & 900) and Vecosol Impregnante. The distinctive feature about the Vecosol binders is that they are resistant to water. The Vecosol Binder A490 should be used when the intent is to get a finish that looks natural and has a soft touch. The A900 can be improved by using proper curing, thereby strengthening the features of the product. The Vecosol Impregnante L1490, according to Veco, is an “impregnating resin capable of give high grain firmness in any type of skin.”

    Resins Polyurethane &  Resins Without NMP

The resins polyurethane category has 4 Vecosol binders: U315, 412, 516 and 607. The U315 binder is especially used for clothing leathers. It is renowned for its softness and superior adhesion. The U412 and 607 have superior flexibility properties. The U516 showcases its excellent printability as a main feature.

The main difference between the Resins Polyurethane and Resins without NMP is that the latter does not have N-metilpirolidone. The Vecosol binders without NMP have the following main features:

  1. Resistant to water
  2. Excellent adhesive properties
  3. Good coverage

A little chemical goes a long way in making your favourite leather product!

What Can Solvent Based Pigments Be Used for?

If you take a look at our website, then you will notice that we have plenty of different products available to our customers. One of the product lines that may well catch your attention is our solvent based pigments. The great thing about this product is that it has so many uses. It is very versatile and can be hugely beneficial for those who wish to use it. Of course, before you decide to go ahead and buy it, you might want to find out more information about it.

What can I use solvent based pigments for?

As mentioned above, this is a very versatile product that can be used for a number of different things. If you want to add a finish to your leather goods, then this can be done by using it as a shiny lacquer. It can also be used for final tone correction, matt lacquers for finishing, lacquers for leather clothing, coloured effects, and also a coat or top coat for varnished leathers. As you can see, that is quite the list of uses.

What else do I need to know?

One of the best things about this product is that it is available in a number of different colours. This means that you are able to completely customize your finished product. You can pick the exact tone that you want, allowing you to create the end result that you want. If this sounds like a product that you are interested in, then the best thing to do is to contact us today. We have catalogues available to send to our customers, as well as a team of experts who are on hand ready to answer any questions that you have about the products that we have to offer.

What are the Benefits of Using Binders for Impregnation?

If you are thinking about buying any of our products here at Veco, then one of the things that you may be wondering is how they can be of benefit to you. One of our products that may be of interest to you is our binders for impregnation. However, before you make a decision one our products, it is understandable that you would want to learn about the benefits.

What Benefits do Binders for Impregnation Have to Offer?

The main job of this product is to stiffen the leather. The good thing about this is that not only does it make your leather item more durable and likely to last longer, it also offers some extra protection to the leather itself. This means that you can rest assured knowing that your leather goods are going to last you a long time, and will not be able to tear or rip easily.

Which Products Do We Offer?

VECOSOL IMPREGNANTE L 1490 is one of the main impregnation products that we have to offer at the moment. This acrylic based resin offers to stiffen the leather meaning that it will be far more durable. It is suitable for use on leather of any thickness and penetrates the material very quickly. If you want a product that is going to work for you in a timely manner, then this is definitely it. If you wish to increase the speed that it takes for this product to penetrate the material, then we have penetration products available as well which will certainly speed up the process. As you can see, there are many benefits on offer if you chose to use an impregnation product. If you would like to find out more about the products that we have to offer you, then head over to our website to get more information.

Leather Filler Compound

When we look at a beautiful finished product, we appreciate the final masterpiece presented to us. Do we think about the work that goes into making the masterpiece you see in front of you? Well, let’s introduce you with the work that goes into leather and associated products using leather filler compounds as part of the package. Veco, a company specialized in leather finishing products, has been in the tanning industry for over forty years and knows a thing or ten about leather. They offer leather filler compound products in two categories 1) Vecoplast and 2) Vecosol.

Vecoplast Products

These leather finishing fillers have three types namely:

  1. Vecoplast AM
  2. Vecoplast M
  3. Vecoplast RO

These filler compounds above all share one thing in common: they are auxiliary filling matting compounds. The difference comes in how each individual type of filling compound works. The Vecoplast AM boasts of a leather finishing that is smooth, full and has excellent adhesive properties. The Vecoplast M on the other hand is used for the “finishing of buffed skins or crusts” (according to Veco). One startling quality about this filler type is that it gives leather an outstanding resistance to abrasion. The Vecoplast RO decreases the tackiness of the final product, and to Veco’s own telling, “increases the fullness of embossing.”

  Vecosol FR/AN

The Vecosol FR/AN is a plastering compound that chisels the edges of misaligned skins and gives them a straighter, equally-aligned surface. This plastering compound should be heated at temperatures of between 120˚ and 130˚ to give the finish a fuller appearance, making it ready for the next coating to be made on this surface.

Without a doubt, learning a thing or two about what goes into the final finishing leather product, you will appreciate it more and never look at it the same way again!

Feel Modifiers in Leather Industry

Feel Modifiers application and sustainability

Among feel modifiers, silicone based ones are emulsions supplied mainly as white milky liquids. These items are industrial products designed for leather finishing applications. Finished product containing feel modifiers treated leather can be found in automotive, footwear, furniture, luxury or garment application.
Since these product are water-based and do not contain harmful elements for the environment, they are biodegradable; this characteristic answers to an important issue for companies given the growing importance of “green economy” in the context of today.
In addition, these products are not expected to be toxic to aquatic organisms and this is another value added to feel modifiers.

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Veco, your leather resin supplier

What are polyurethanic resins and which are the advantages of their use in leather working?

Polyurethanes is a family of chemical compounds employed in many processes. Polyurethanic resins are mainly designed to improve two important leather characteristics, which we consider of uttermost importance: quality and beauty. In terms of quality, polyurethanic resins enhance many essential leather properties leading to outstanding levels of water resistance, impressive dry and wet rub fastness values and incredible softness and fullness of garments. In terms of beauty, these resins ameliorate sealing, levelling and embossing of leather and they give a more natural aspect to the final product. However, not only do these resins improve the quality and beauty of the leather, they also greatly facilitate its manufacturing, providing excellent adhesion and enhanced film flexibility and allowing embossing without finishing cutting.

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Use of proteic binders in the process of finishing leather

The aim of using proteic binder in finishing

Finishing is done to enhance both the durability and the physical appearance of leather. The motivation behind finishing is to enhance the utilization properties of the leather and to shield it from soiling and wetting or to level out patches and grain faults. Most leather is worked by the use of suspensions of manufactured polymers, which may consolidate colors or shades. At Veco we provide proteic binders that are good for any leather!

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Plasters by Veco – Leather Filler Compound

Using Plaster as a Leather Filler Compound

Stucco plaster may sound as though it goes on a wall, however, it is also known in the leather industry as a good product to use for the finishing process of leather. A leather filler compound used during leather processing will provide a smooth, luxuriant look and feel to the leather. These products are intended to remove dents, marks, scratches, and scars which may be on the surface of the leather. Such stucco plasters also add beneficial properties to the leather, for instance, they help to improve the quality and durability of the finished leather product.

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Leather auxiliaries: effectiveness and environmental respect

What are leather auxiliaries?

On the website of Veco you can find many leather auxiliaries, which are useful (or, better to say, necessary) in many different phases of leather working. Continue reading if you want to learn more about these products, so you will be able to find your way in the field of leather auxiliaries and choose the perfect product for you.

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