Materials & sourcing guides

Matte

A quiet surface with softly diffused light. Begin with the desired handfeel, then consider backing and flexibility for the finished object.

Grain gives a surface its rhythm. Compare texture scale, depth and drape against the silhouette of your design.

A tactile, softly shaded direction. Confirm pile, color variation, backing and the requirements of the intended use with a physical sample.

Reflective finishes bring movement to color. Review the effect under different lighting and confirm the finish for the selected application.

Compare grain, colour, backing and construction for a bag project, then evaluate numbered material samples before production.

Explore Re-Leather material references and learn what to confirm about recycled inputs, company certification scope and sample documentation.

Explore Re-Bloom colour cards and learn how to assess bio-based inputs, formulation evidence and samples for a material project.