Discover the Ultimate Resource for Interior Designers: Garrett Leather’s NYC Showroom

Attention Interior Designers!

If you’re looking to elevate your projects with luxurious leather options, look no further than Garrett Leather’s stunning NYC showroom. Nestled in the heart of the design district at the D&D Building, located at 979 3rd Ave, Suite 1107, our showroom is a treasure trove of possibilities for your next interior design project.

A World of Color and Texture

Garrett Leather proudly offers hundreds of colors and an array of textures to cater to your design vision. Whether you're seeking the warmth of classic leathers or the bold pop of modern hues, our extensive range ensures that you’ll find the perfect match for any space. These diverse options not only enhance aesthetic appeal but also bring a tactile richness that is simply unmatched.

Quick Turnaround for Your Projects

We understand that timelines are crucial in the world of design. That's why most of our leather products

Choosing the right materials for your project can be challenging.

It’s important to note that the term “leather” is sometimes used to describe materials that are not leather at all. Faux leathers, such as PU and PVC, are synthetic materials designed to mimic the look and feel of real leather but lack its natural properties and durability.

Faux leather (also referred to as “leatherette” or “vegan” leather) is often considered as a lower cost alternative to genuine leather. Genuine leather is in high demand and for good reasons. Real leather has an inviting feel, it provides exceptional durability, and quality leather improves with age. In a previous blog, we discussed two types of faux leather: bi-cast and bonded leather. Here, we continue the comparison with two additional types of faux leather: PU faux leather fabric and PVC faux leather fabric.

PU Faux Leather Fabric

PU leather fabric is made by applying or laminating a 100% polyurethane finish to a base material. Typical base materials

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Indulge yourself in tactile experiences while exploring the unique textures, colors and innovative techniques that define our extraordinary collections. Explore Cherish and Bravura, our newest collections, developed in creative collaboration with the acclaimed Rockwell Group and architect David Rockwell.

You’ll discover an all-encompassing selection, more vibrant colors, and luxuriously soft collections with the addition of CTL Leather. With two premium brands in one space, exhibit 2901 is where you’ll want to be for all your leather needs.

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HAPPY HOUR

You're invited for complimentary drinks with us at happy hour, Sunday and Monday from 1-5pm. Meet our team, mix and mingle with fellow designers, and explore the our

Under the influences of the COVID-19 outbreak, now more than ever, we are in tune with our surroundings. Designers today are more aware of the choices they make and the impact those choices have on our immediate surroundings, as well as on the environment as a whole. Likewise, it is our corporate responsibility to focus on how our business practices influence the environment. We uphold high standards on not only the quality of our products, but the business practices of our vendors and the impact they have on our environment. As a result, we are very selective about how and where our leather is made.

Not all leather is the same. We encourage you to shop and compare before you specify leather for your next project. Here are a few reasons why specifying Garrett leather is good for the environment.

Responsible Animal Farming

We sell genuine leather. Our products are by-products of the meat industry. Beef is the primary product and meat consumption worldwide is reaching record levels. The

Laser etching is an elegant way to add pattern and texture to your leather. Designers have used etched leather for ottomans, seating, headrests in private aircraft, wall coverings in hotels, and more. Etched designs may include detailed images, geometric patterns, logos and branding, words, or just about anything that your imagination can create.

What is Laser Etching?

Laser etching is a process that uses lasers to singe designs onto the surface of leather. The singed areas can vary in size, color and thickness, depending on the artwork and the type of leather used. Laser etching  exposes the lower layers of the hide, which creates a suede-like texture. The fibers of the leather respond differently to the lasers. As a result, laser etching provides unique patterns, added texture, and varying color throughout the hide.

Avion Beechnut etched with map of Chicago designed by KOO LLC

How is Etching Done?

Laser etching begins with artwork. We require line-drawing artwork, which you may provide

Health and wellness have come to the forefront of everyone's mind. After spending weeks in quarantine, we cautiously emerge with a greater appreciation of our personal health. We have heightened concern about the wellness of our overall community. As a result, we return to work with new safety protocols in place and maintain a safe, social distance.

As we design new spaces, we are paying closer attention to the materials we choose. Leather has been used for centuries and is known for its durability and longevity. With the new challenges we face today, leather continues to be a viable option that contributes to health and wellness.

Pearlessence leather at Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida

Defend Your Health with Anti-Bacterial Protection

Many of our leather collections, including all of those with the LeatherShield designation, inherently inhibit the growth of bacteria. An independent, third party laboratory tested 19 of our leather collections using two separate methods

February is the perfect month to get cozy with one of our three types of genuine Sheepskin. Sheepskin is a great option for all seasons because it stays cool in the summer and provides warmth in the winter. With winter in full swing and cabin fever at its height, our three types of Sheepskin provide the perfect remedy for the winter blues. This versatile product is used for furniture upholstery and ottomans, pilot seats, automotive and motor coach seats, as well as throw rugs in finer residences. It is naturally flame resistant and does not require any additional treatment. As a natural product, each fleece is unique and will vary in size, shape, and texture. No two skins are exactly alike.

Straight Fleece

Sheepskin Auto Gray

• Our most popular type of Sheepskin
• Also called ironed, unclipped
• Approximate fleece length is 1 inch (25 mm)
• Average hide size is 9 square feet
• 24 colors in-stock for immediate shipment

Sheepskin Dorado | Sydney Chair by Brett Design Inc.

Curly Fleece

 Sheepskin

Our leather is a by-product of the meat industry. Meat production and consumption worldwide is at staggering levels. There are more people to feed and as incomes rise, more people can afford to buy meat.

Farmers do not raise cows to sell the hides. Beef is the primary product, accounting for an average of 60% of the animal. Leather, on the other hand, accounts for an average of just 7% of the animal. What happens to the remaining 33%? Just about all of it is used and in a surprising array of industries.

Some by-products of the meat industry are life-saving, such as insulin for diabetic patients, drugs used during surgery, and many other pharmaceutical products. Below are just a few examples of other industries using these natural by-products.

By-products of the meat industry are used in numerous ways.

What does by-product of the meat industry mean?

According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a by-product is something produced in a usually industrial or biological process in addition to

More designers are embracing the versatility of leather wallcoverings. Leather vertical applications are not just for private residences. We are seeing them in corporate offices, executive boardrooms, reception areas, and restaurants. Thank you to all of the talented designers who looked beyond traditional materials and choose Garrett Leather to help create these inspirational interiors.

Microsoft Technology Center

Photographed by Michael Mandolfo

This massive 52-foot curved wall is a prominent structure in the Microsoft Technology Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The design team at ai3 used Alpine Tiles with Avion Rouge, Distressed Nutmeg, and Mystique Bistre to mimic the look and feel of a pinecone. Each wall tile has decorative stitching.

Flagship Resort

FantaSea Resorts used Alpine Tiles in Caressa White and Capelli Specialty Van Gogh White Bronze on the walls of this main lobby.

Buckhead Tower Lobby

Photographed by Michael Mandolfo

The design team at Niles Bolton Associates wanted to

Clients frequently ask how leather will perform over time, especially when they are considering using it in high traffic areas. Many manufacturers conduct different abrasion tests on materials to gauge how a material will wear. Clients looking to use leather often refer to these test results to help determine what product is best for their application. Let’s compare three popular types of abrasion tests.

Wyzenbeek Testing for Fabrics

Many manufacturers use the Wyzenbeek Test to measure the abrasion resistance of fabrics. For the Wyzenbeek Test, an operator secures pieces of the test specimen onto a machine. Heavy canvas passes back and forth along the specimens. One back and forth motion equals one double rub. You will find the results for this test expressed as a number of double rubs.The test measures the maximum number of double rubs achieved before the piece of fabric shows noticeable wear, normally defined as two yarns breaking. Designers usually prefer products that complete at least