Cork Leather

We call it "leather" based on the look and feel and overall carateristics of the final product.

Apr 06, 2026

We have known this cork use case for several years, and we were impressed by how this material evolved as a valid alternative to animal leather, but more importantly, as an excellent alternative to plastic-based “vegan leathers”.

The starting point for the production of this textile is the natural cork obtained by stripping the cork oaks, every 9 years, without cutting down the tree - you can find out more here (Link)

The cork leather is then produced from laminated sheets of natural or very thin layers of agglomerated cork (usually 50-500mm thick) glued to fabric, textile support, or paper, depending on the resistance and maneuverability needed for each use case.

This cork application reveals the texture and ribbing of the natural cork, which you can feel when you touch it. They are produced in various patterns, and due to their malleability and touch, they are used mainly in “leather” goods, fashion, or stationery.

As with any raw material, there are numerous types of cork leather. These differences are mainly visible in terms of how cork is glued and in the types of materials used as a base. These differences impact the quality, durability, and above all, the naturalness of the cork leather.

BLACK CORK LEATHER TECIDO DE CORTIÇA PRETO

After more than two years of testing and researching suppliers, we chose to use in our products the cork leather produced by one of the sector’s leading companies, SEDACOR. The raw material developed in S. Paio de Oleiros guarantees a minimum use of glues; the base is made of organic cotton, and its black dyeing is done with water-based paints, without chemicals or products toxic to the environment.

We combined different thicknesses of the leather to better fit each product's needs, and our brand signature was fire-heated manually on each product.