Reference sources and bibliography used for leather articles

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Research



I have always thought that the more facts and information you have at hand the easier it is to judge what information you are being given. After all, how can you fully understand and properly use any product unless you have all the facts? In the final analysis; it’s your vehicle, your hard earned money and your choice.



The following list may help you in your own research’



Bibliography



1. Leather Technician`s Handbook by J.H. Sharphouse

2. Practical Leather Technology by T.C. Thorstensen.

3. Books on Leather - http://www.shoetrades.com/dev/leather.php

4. How to keep Luxurious Connolly Leather Young and Supple. Krysti Pavlisko 1998

5. How to Restore Auto Leather. D Briggs 2001

6. Detailing your car for concourse competition Chuck & Sandy Imperatori

7. Irving Tanning Leather Glossary

8. Learning Centre a division of TCP GLOBAL/Auto Body DEPOT

9. Leather Care Facts Leatherique 2003

10. IICRC S300 Leather Cleaning Method





Information resource



1. Wikipedia Encyclopaedia

2. American Leather Chemists Association, various technical papers / articles

3. Leather Care Facts. Leatherique 2003 - Home Page | Leatherique Restoration Products

4. The Leather Institute (Townsend Leather Group) Leather Institute: Home

5. Article in the Leather Training & Technical Dept Ltd website -

6. IICRC Reference Guide for Professional Upholstery Cleaning (IICRC S300)

7. Upholstery cleaning is based upon methods recommended by the Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Institute (CUCI)

8. The Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

9. Leather Research Laboratory , University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH

10. Society of Leather Technologists and Chemists (SLTC) various technical papers / articles

11. Leather Masterâ„¢ - Leather Master UK

12. Leather Magicâ„¢ - Leather Magic Leather Repair Cleaner Conditioner dye Restoration and Protection Products

13. Global Care Solutions, LLC , 354 Hiatt Dr, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33418 - 1-800-292-3777

14. IICRC Course Descriptions: Leather Cleaning Technician - Welcome to the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification! The Certifying Body for the Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Industry, Representing Certified Firms and Technicians World-Wide - International

15. Automotive Detailing Inside & Out; a Knowledge Base for the Perfectionist, by Jon Miller aka TOGWT

16. TOGWT ® Series of Detailing Articles, by Jon Miller aka TOGWT



Material Resources



1. Leather World Tech (Dyes (Pigments) adhesives, and etc - Glues & Adhesives - Leather Couch Cleaner : Vinyl Repair Kits : Leather Dye : LeatherWorldTech.com

2. Leather Pigments (Dye) – Leatherequi.com

3. World Upholstery & Trim - World Upholstery & Trim, U.S.A. Manufacturer of Auto Uphosltery, Carpet, Convertible Tops, Car Seats, Headliners & Door Panel Parts for Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Jaguar, Fiat, Ferrari and Alfa. 800-222-9577

4. Leather Magic! â„¢ Leather Repair System -. Leather Magic leather repair care restoration dye products

5. Replacements leather car seat covers GAHH: Convertible Tops, Auto Interiors, Quality Convertible Tops

6. Customized Factory Interiors- (Welcome to LeatherSeats.com

7. Leather Restoration Tools & Supplies - Hog Ring Pliers | Frost Auto Restoration Techniques





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[Bill D]

This is important to list a good resource for all of us. Thanks for posting.