Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Leather Care

Leather Care
Cleaning
To clean a leather item, first choose a cleaner that will help preserve the natural lubricating oils instead of stripping them. For example, saddle soap is a commonly used product for equestrian tack. It is meant to be used as a cleaner and a protector from moisture, but it strips the leather of the oils in the process of attempting to do two jobs at once. The cleaner of your choice should not leave any greasy residue behind. Residue makes leather susceptible to bacteria and can break down the stitching of your item. Before applying anything to your leather item, be certain to test it out for effect and possible color distortion on an area that isn't visible to the eye. Once you've ascertained whether the leather care product is acceptable to use, apply it to your item. With a slightly dampened cloth, remove the cleaning product. For areas with stitches, there are brushes available on the market. Another cleaning product to consider having in your leather care collection is a nubuck cleaning cloth. They have an astonishing ability to clean and restore leather to its original look.
 
Conditioning
Leather conditioners are meant for occasional use. They contain fats and/or oils that help lubricate leather and replenish the suppleness. Look for a product that will penetrate the strong fibers in leather, but beware of any that include petroleum or mineral oils. While petroleum by-products won't damage your leather immediately, they do over a period of time. Again, just as with cleaning, keep on the look out for thick, greasy conditioning treatments for the best care of your leather.
 
Polishing
Polishing is done for special occasions when you want a more glossy finish on your leather. There are a couple things to be wary of when purchasing a polishing agent. Some products contain coloring factors that will brush off on things you come in contact with. Some products also have a tendency to clog the pores in leather or dry leather out. Just as with cleaning, be sure to test out the product on a small area and when ready, buff to a shine.
 
Protection
Moisture barriers are extremely crucial in preventing rain or other liquid hazards from damaging leather. Stiffness and spouting will happen if leather isn't protected beforehand. There is a drawback in protecting leather with a moisture barrier product. They tend to fill in the pores with a greasiness that makes cleaning, conditioning, and polishing difficult, but it's a necessary process to ensure leather isn't destroyed. Periodically apply a moisture barrier and allow it time to penetrate and dry before using your leather item.
 
Removing Mildew
To remove mildew from leather, create a mixture of one-cup rubbing alcohol per one-cup of water. Wipe the mildew area with a cloth dipped in the diluted alcohol, then allow it to dry. If the mildew persists, use mild soap and water that contains a germicide, then remove with a clean dampened cloth and allow to dry.
 
Wet Leather
An important key to keeping leather in top-notch condition is to treat wet leather before it has a chance to dry. Remove any dirt, mud, or other stains with a cleaning agent, then condition while the pores are still fully responsive. It is critical to remember that leather should be dried away from heat. If the leather in question is a garment, it's a good idea to stuff the garment to retain shape.
 
Storing Leather
Remember that leather is a natural material and should never be stored in plastic because it encourages the growth of mildew and bacteria and will ruin the leather. Always store leather in cool and dry place. If the leather item is a garment, store in a breathable bag.

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Types of Leather

The most commonly used leather types are cow leather, sheep leather, buffalo leather and ox leather. Of these, the most expensive is cow leather, followed by buffalo leather, ox leather and sheep leather respectively. Sheep leather is quite famous for its softness and mostly used in leather garments; however due to its smaller overall size, it cannot be used for the long coats for which cow leather and buffalo leather are widely used.

Belting leather is full-grain leather that was originally used in driving pulley belts and other machinery. It is often found on the surface of briefcases, portfolios, and wallets, and can be identified by its thick, firm feel and smooth finish. Belting leather is the only kind of leather used in luxury products that can retain its shape without the need for a separate frame; it is generally a heavy-weight of full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather.

Patent leather is leather that has been given a high-gloss finish. The original process was developed in Newark, New Jersey, by inventor Seth Boyden in 1818. Patent leather usually has a plastic coating.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

How To Buy Motorbike Leather Suit

If this is the first time you've been in the market for a leather motorcycle riding suit, or jacket for that matter, you're likely going into the experience with little information and a lot of questions. Most of Donor Industries customers contact to us looking for a suit armed with recommendations and advice from friends, many of whom also have no idea what makes up a good fitting, quality suit. We're not asking you to ignore those recommendations or your own opinions, because they may in the end weigh the heaviest in your decision on what to buy, but take a moment to consider some new information your buddies may not be passing on to you.

A one or two piece leather suit is usually a relatively significant investment for most riders. The cost alone is the reason so many riders don't own a suit, let alone a good quality jacket. It's safe to say that a majority of street motorcycle riders ride with less than ideal riding gear. Given that fact, riding with any real protective gear other than a helmet is a step above the rest. Nevertheless, our opinion is that you should own and use the best quality riding gear that you can afford. Beyond that, your gear should fit your needs, your riding style and most of all it should fit you.

We are often asked what the difference is between the low end and high end suits. It comes down to the amount of features the suit has, the quality of the leather, the quality of the interior of the suit, the quality of the armor (if the suit features any), the type and amount of stitching in the suit. The more expensive the materials and the more time needed to make the suit, will make up the cost of the suit. Like anything, you tend to get what you pay for and poorly made suits will not only protect you less, but won't last as long just during the regular use of the suit

Thursday, February 9, 2012

Motorbike Leather Gloves-Professional Racing Gloves

Motorcycling Gloves are typically gloves made of leather. They may have gauntlets to protect the rider's wrists from injury, and help reduce drafts while riding in colder climates. Motorcycling gloves typically have reinforced palms intended to protect the rider from abrasion injuries in case of an accident. Motorbike gloves, motorbike leather gloves. A Great styling classic professional race gloves made with premium Race grade cowhide leathers. Our professional gloves are specially designed for performance bike riding
Motorbike Leather Gloves
Motorbike Leather Race Gloves, A Great Styling Classic Race Gloves 
  • Premium Race Grade Cowhide Leathers 
  • Perforated Leather Panels for Air Exhaustion 
  • TPU Vented Main Knuckle with Stainless Steel Finger Bits 
  • Shock Absorbent Tempa Foam Pads on Front Palm 
  • High Density Padded Areas for Impact Resistance 
  • Little Finger Wrap over Leather Layer for Seam Safety 
  • Digital Suede Reinforced Palm for Grip & Styling 
  • Dual Adjustment Straps for a Perfect Fit 
  • Comfortably Lined

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Motorbike Leather Suits-Leather Race Suit

Leather race suits, Donor industries bring unique range of leather suits, motorbike leather racing suits, Professional Race Leathers Pre-Curved Suit & TPU guarded race series Leather Suits for enthusiast bikers made with premium full grain Leathers
Motorbike Leather Race Suits
Professional Race Leathers Pre-Curved Suit
  • Durable 1.2 -1 .3 mm Premium Full Grain Leathers Chassis
  • Double & Triple Stitched Seams at All Impact Areas
  • Strategically Placed Stretch Elastic Panels in Arms, Crotch, Back Knees and Calf (Keprotec Upgradeable)
  • Multiple Accordion Flex Zones for Comfortable Ride
  • Dynamic Race Aero Hump
  • Perforated Chest / Thighs Panels for Maximum Airflow
  • Vented Heavy Duty Summer Mesh Liners
  • CE Protective Armors At All Critical Zones

Thursday, January 19, 2012

Motorbike Leather Jacket-Racing Leather Jackets

Motorbike leather jackets, huge variety of leather Jackets like racing leather jackets, mens leather jackets, ladies leather jackets at Donor made with 1.2 mm Premium Full Grain Leather, CE protective armors at all impact areas makes it ideal for bike racing
Motorbike Leather Jacket
A Perfect Choice for Long Day Sports
  • Durable 1.2 Mm Matt Full Grain Leathers Chassis
  • Accordion Flex Panels across Side & Shoulders for Comfortable Wear
  • Large Chest Protective Pads for Impact Resistance
  • Elastic Flex Sleeve Panels (Keprotec Upgradeable)
  • Vented Summer Mesh Liners
  • Waist Adjustment Straps for Perfect Fit
  • Dropped Waist / Dropped Tail Sports Design Cut
  • CE Protective Armors at Impact Areas

Monday, January 9, 2012

Donor Industries - Manufacturer & Exporter of Motorbike Leather Apparel

We at Donor Industries would like to take this opportunity to introduce ourselves. We have a reputed tradition of manufacturing and exporting comprehensive range of Leather Garments and Accessories. Give value to your protection with our exceptional quality range of motorbike leather apparel including leather jackets, leather trousers, professional gloves, free style mix gloves, leather race suits, textile suits, textile jackets, touring gloves, protectors and fashion & casual wears. Our main aim is to develop the high quality products in order to keep you safe and protected in all riding situations.
Our prices are very reasonable compare with the others. Our highly veteran workers produce the goods in excellent quality and can supply them within prescribed period. We have vast experience and got good reputation in international market. We hereby invite you to be our business partner for mutual benefits.