Hello community,
- What would you recommend as leather to line a padded dog collar? I was thinking of going with nappa calfskin, but maybe you would recommend another leather?
- What total thickness is recommended ? My first idea is 3.5-4mm bridle leather + 3mm Foam + 1mm nappa to cover the foam. I don't know if that seems too much or too little.
Thank you so much four your help,
Kind regards,
David
I think nappa is really buttery and thin compared to the 4 mm bridle leather. Alran goat leather is gorgeous as a lining and a bit more sturdy as well at only 1.2 mm thickness.
Thank you so much Talitha Joy,
I use the Sully very regularly so it suits me.
Do you think it's actually better than Nappa for lining a padding dog collar?
For the foam, do you have a tip too : https://www.abbeyengland.com/leather-and-materials/textiles/felts-foams.html ?
Hi David, you’re welcome! I just saw your example on the other forum and I think the nappa will work better for that kind of lining because it’s softer. A friend of mine makes that kind of padded items and I think he uses the open cell foam you posted for padding.
Thank you so much Talitha Joy.
Hi David,
If its lining for a dog collar I think you would want something quite durable and resistant right? I would maybe try Zermatt leather from Degermann. This is used for lining watch straps and bracelets as its very resistant to moisture and allergy.
Hi Peter,
Thank you so much, indeed I already thought about it since I have some, but the range of colors is then very limited.