oiled leather

Supple waterproof material

Oiled leather is leather that has been treated with oils to make it water-resistant, supple, and durable.

The oils penetrate the fibers, giving the leather a distinctive slightly waxy feel and often a darker, richer color.

Common in work boots, outdoor gear, and rustic furniture: The oiled leather boots softened beautifully with wear.

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waterproof · burnished · patina · waxed · conditioned · smooth · hide · cowhide · sheen · polished · strap · harness · boots · work boots · grain · buff · rubbed · treated

Categories
Opposites
leather surface treatment/finish

oiled leathersuede

Buffed leather underside

nubuck · patent leather · waxed leather

material moisture/conditioning state

oiled leathercracked leather

Dried hide with fissures

Family

oiled, oiliness, oiling, leather, leathers, leathery, leatherette, leathered

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G