Leather Thickness Table
Thickness:
The vast majority of leather is sold according to its area. The leather is placed through electronic measuring machines and its surface area is determined in square feet. The thickness is also important, and this is measured using a thickness gauge.
Most thickness measurements are listed in either ounces per square foot(oz) or thickness in millimeters(mm). The weight or thickness is usually given as a range because the inherent variability of the material makes ensuring a precise thickness very difficult.
Typical uses for different weight leathers.
1 - 3.5oz: Linings, Garments, Upholstery, Bookcovers.
3.5 - 7oz: Bags, Shoes, Boots, Cases, Chaps.
7 - 11oz: Belts, Strap Goods, Cuffs, Bag Straps, Leashes, Pet Products.
11-14oz: Harnesses, Saddle's, Rein's, Extra Heavy Belts & Straps
The vast majority of leather is sold according to its area. The leather is placed through electronic measuring machines and its surface area is determined in square feet. The thickness is also important, and this is measured using a thickness gauge.
Most thickness measurements are listed in either ounces per square foot(oz) or thickness in millimeters(mm). The weight or thickness is usually given as a range because the inherent variability of the material makes ensuring a precise thickness very difficult.
Typical uses for different weight leathers.
1 - 3.5oz: Linings, Garments, Upholstery, Bookcovers.
3.5 - 7oz: Bags, Shoes, Boots, Cases, Chaps.
7 - 11oz: Belts, Strap Goods, Cuffs, Bag Straps, Leashes, Pet Products.
11-14oz: Harnesses, Saddle's, Rein's, Extra Heavy Belts & Straps
