A polyurethane transfer-type product that enables splits to be given the appearance of high quality, fully grained leather has been developed by Germany’s Bayer.

Called ‘Levacast’, the system is based around a liquid silicone mould, the ‘die’ being any leather surface of the manufacturer’s own choosing.  Once cured, the mould is applied with an aqueous polyurethane release agent.  A liquid adduct and liquid hardener are then applied, as is the split, and the combination left to cure. 

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