A beautifully crafted product, Brusio is brushed with beeswax in the finishing process, creating a wonderfully soft leather with a distinctive handle and appearance.
The subtle variations in grain and texture are hallmarks of a high quality, natural leather and these are celebrated in every hide of Brusio.
| Test | Normative | Unit | Value |
| THICKNESS | ISO 2589 | mm | 0.9/1.1mm |
| TEAR STRENGTH | EN ISO 3377-1 | N/mm | ≥ 20N min |
| ELONGATION AT BREAK | IUP 6 | % | 35%-100% |
| ADHESION | EN ISO 11644 | N/cm | ≥ 2 N/cm min |
| COLOUR FASTNESS – ARTIFICIAL LIGHT | ISO 105-B02 | 72 hr | ≥ 3 min (Grey Scale) |
| COLOUR FASTNESS TO RUBBING | EN ISO 11640 | 250 cycles wet | ≥ 3/4 min (Grey Scale) |
| EN ISO 11640 | 500 cycles dry | ≥ 4 min (Grey Scale) |
Type: Semi Aniline
Source: Italy
Average Hide Size: 5.0m²
Thickness: 0.9 – 1.1mm
Brusio is a semi-aniline leather, produced on the finest European raw material. The distinctive matte appearance and handle of Brusio is created by lightly brushing each hide with beeswax. This accentuates the supple, matte-wax texture in the hide and results in an incredibly soft touch to the leather.
Brusio has a distinctly velvet-like handle and each hide will exhibit a unique character and texture. The colour range embodies subtle, natural hues with distinctive shadowy undertones. Brusio is suited to a broad range of traditional and contemporary furnishing and wall applications.
Brusio will develop a beautiful patina over time and exhibits excellent protection and wearing properties. Its appearance will enhance with use, often characterised by darkening of body contact areas. Brusio is suitable for all residential and commercial environments.
All colours are in stock and available for immediate off-the-shelf delivery.
Custom colours are available on request.
Brusio is produced by an ISO 14001 certified company. This ISO Standard recognises organisations that are committed to environmental management and operate in an environmentally sustainable manner.
The company also carries the ISO 9001 Quality Certification, which recognises its quality and management systems throughout its global operations. Their commitment to environmentally responsible production has led to partnership programs with many of Europe’s leading green companies in the fields of automotive, aircraft, marine, garment, footwear and upholstery leather production. Brusio is produced using only water-based dyes.
The tannery utilises some of the most advanced waste management techniques in the industry, with all tannery wastage (liquid, gas and solid) treated to European Standards on-site and again at a shared off-site facility.
The tannery is a Gold rated member of the Leather Working Group which is the leading industry organisation focused on sustainable and responsible leather production. They are also a member of the Sustainable Leather Foundation.
Brusio will require care and maintenance to continually offer the lasting beauty and comfort that only leather can provide.
Protect from direct sunlight, as prolonged exposure may cause the leather to fade over time.
Protect leather from direct heat sources and heating vents. Vacuum regularly using soft brush attachments to remove dust & grit.
Remove spills by blotting with a soft & absorbent colourfast cloth.
We recommend the use of Guardsman products for aniline leathers to spot clean and to revitalise your leather. To preserve the character and supple nature of your leather, we recommend using the Guardsman Protect and Preserve product according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Treatment products should be tested on an unobtrusive area before applying to visible areas.
Do not use detergents, solvents or abrasive cleaners. Do not dry clean or machine wash.
Deterioration arising from incorrect or inadequate maintenance are not considered faults in the leather and will void any warranty.
