Quality as a foundation

Our leather

FSM uses the highest-quality leather – strong, firm and durable, yet soft and pleasant. Uniquely created by nature with its pattern of pores, grain, surface structure and folds. This is why FSM´s success is directly connected with the legendary quality of the leather. Selection, storage and care in the processing of our different qualities of leather play an even more important role.

You can tell quality furniture leather simply by touching it: soft and pleasant in the hand, the animal hide is supple and smooth to the touch. Large leather hides are needed to produce such exclusive leather furniture. These come mainly from cattle breeds raised under the best conditions for meat production, especially in Switzerland, southern Germany and Scandinavia. Only a fraction of the hide that is without blemishes, scars or even insect bites is suitable for manufacturing first-rate furniture.

With the right tanning, the hide becomes leather that is particularly soft and supple, yet durable – also known as Nappa leather. Using an ancient, chemical process, the animal's skin is preserved and made durable. Subsequent dyeing and finishing transforms the leather into the material we know and love.

FSM offers eight different qualities of leather:The leather is separated into the desired thickness according to the intended application. The most valuable split is the upper leather with its natural grain of the skin because the fibrous structure in the skin's upper or outer layer is significantly thicker and therefore more resistant to tearing. FSM only uses full leather with the natural grain side up.

FSM offers eight different qualities of leather:

Leather & colors

Type

Lightly pigmented with lightly embossed grain pattern

Thickness

1.5 to 1.7 mm

Characteristics

Elegant in appearance, particularly durable, less sensitive to humidity, spots and light exposure thanks to an easy-care finish. Living unites practical considerations with a high aesthetic.

offwhite

sand

écru

taupe

cashmere

truffe

nougat

teak

whisky

café

cigarro

paris

scarlet

cherry

umbra

black

Type

Natural Nappa leather

Thickness

1.2 mm

Characteristics

One-of-a-kind thanks to the authentic structure and silky sheen of the untreated skin – a leather that cannot be more original or of better quality. Particularly fine and intensive in its unparalleled feel. The ageing process creates an especially authentic and exquisite patina.

sabbia

taupe

sandstone

noce

cuoio

espresso

royal

cherry

umbra

black

Type

Natural Nappa leather

Thickness

1.5 to 1.7 mm

Characteristics

Unquestionably the most authentic form, a leather possessing all the positive properties of the natural material – exceptionally soft and supple and with an almost silky feel. Its original character is emphasised by subtle differences in colour intensity. Naturale undergoes visible ageing and over the years and takes on a distinct patina – a surface with a story and personality.

sabbia

taupe

noce

cuoio

espresso

umbra

black

Type

Nubuck leather with very smooth feel

Thickness

Thickness 1.2 – 1.5 mm

Characteristics

The velvety leather is known for its soft and velvety feel. Depending on the nap direction the matt look changes, for a beautiful and individual experience of the leather. The leather is natural and breathable. The use of KASCHMIR leather is limited to certain models.

sabbia

taupe

noce

cuoio

espresso

umbra

black

barolo

Type

Nappa leather, lightly pigmented

Thickness

1.2 to 1.4 mm

Characteristics

Meticulous processing preserves the natural quality – with a characteristic pattern of creases, grain and pores. After tanning, it is dyed with a special finish to maintain the natural aura while also offering improved protection. It undergoes visible ageing, lending it an endearing patina.

snow

offwhite

kit

perla

kiesel

taupe

cashmere

schiefer

nomade

nougat

hazel

teak

whisky

café

cigarro

pacific

petrol

royal

paris

jade

olive

maine

scarlet

cherry

barolo

umbra

black

Type

Full-grain Nappa leather, lightly pigmented

Thickness

1.2 to 1.8 mm

Characteristics

Colours can make a piece of furniture look completely different, while also having a significant influence on a room's ambiance. With Coloral, de Sede offers the opportunity to choose from over 2,000 NCS/RAL colours and is capable of filling almost all colour wishes – from fashionable, trendy colours to new nuanced classic tones and more esoteric tastes.