Faux leather vs. real leather: your comparison guide
Faux leather, also known as pleather, eco-leather, or vegan leather, has been around for about 100 years. Its origins are debatable, but one of the earliest examples came from Germany...
A guide to suede leather
The word suede originates from the French term ‘gants de Suede’, which means ‘gloves of Sweden’. In the late 18th century, Swedish leather artisans developed a way to use the...
Goat vs sheep leather: which is best?
Leather has been used for centuries, with our ancestors using it to protect themselves from the elements and make tools that would help in their day-to-day lives. And whilst large...
What makes the most durable leather?
Leather has been used by humans for centuries. It graces catwalks, features in some of the most revered mid-century furniture and has even been discovered at excavation sites dating back...
5 unique menu design ideas for your restaurant
At Billy Tannery, our relationship with the food industry allows us to experience some of the very best and most innovative restaurant designs around. We love to be inspired by...
Cow vs goat leather: which is best?
Cow leather is the most commonly used type of animal hide. Due to its longevity, it’s a popular material for clothing, accessories and furniture and it has been used for...
Deer vs goat leather: a comparison guide
Billy Tannery's signature leather is our high quality vegetable-tanned goat leather. It’s where we began, and it’s what we’re known for. But we’ve also recently branched into deer leather products.We...
5 cool and classic uniform ideas for your restaurant
When it comes to creating a truly immersive and consistent experience for restaurant guests, we know that there are many aspects to consider. The menu must offer variety but together,...
10 ideas for your bespoke hotel's branded merchandise
In the hospitality and tourism industry, merchandise has long been used to introduce new businesses, increase brand recognition, and boost revenue. However, it also has another very important purpose. It...
7 beautiful gifts from the UK's best bespoke hotels
When visiting somewhere new, taking home a token of your time away is a great way to remember your experience. And whilst novelty fridge magnets or teddy bears in logoed...
How to implement farm to table restaurant design
Farm to table is an ethos and movement that promotes serving food fresh from the farm rather than being sourced through shops, markets and wholesalers. And certainly not shipped from...
Eco-friendly products to make your restaurant more sustainable
More and more consumers are consciously choosing products and businesses with eco-friendly ethics at heart. And that’s a good thing. If your restaurant already has an eco-conscious outlook, chances are...
