The Melavir Appleskin™ collection is a very thin, vegan alternative to leather based on plastics and food waste (apple fibres). This alternative to leather has a smooth, slightly matte appearance.
The benefits at a glance
✔ Vegan alternative to leather
✔ No animal origin
✔ Suitable as lining, book or menu covers ans heat stamps
The difference compared to traditional leather
Animal-free leather alternatives are also known as vegetable leather, or vegan leather. However, the word leather is protected and it is only allowed to be used for tanned animal hides. That is why Leatherbox does not offer this as vegan leather, but as a leather alternative. Ideal for those looking for a product without animal origin, but with a leather look. It is important to understand that animal-free is not the same as sustainable. Leather alternatives do contain plastics. In addition, it is not as strong as traditional leathers. Unlike traditional leather, leather alternatives contain no natural imperfections.
Colors
We try to give an accurate representation of what you order. Colors on a computer screen may look slightly different in real life. We therefore always recommend ordering a color chart of the collection first. In addition, leather from the same collection may show minor color differences per batch.
Applications
The correct choice of product depends on your wishes and the application. Always read the specific properties of the collection carefully. Are you not sure if an animal-free leather alternative is suitable for your project? We are happy to tell you more about the specific properties in order to make the best choice.
Sizes
Refer to the size chart for the leather alternative you would like to order. Because leather alternatives come off a roll, the sizes listed are fixed, square sizes. At Leatherbox you can buy leather alternatives in three sizes, suitable for different applications. Please contact us if you have larger size requirements.
Any questions?
Haven’t found what you're looking for? Please contact us about your requirements and we will be happy to assist you.
Shipping and delivery
Made your choice? Then it's our turn. After receiving your order and payment, we will send your favorite items and our warmest regards with the delivery person within 1 to 3 working days. You will receive an email from us as soon as your package is on its way. You will also receive a separate email from the shipping party with track & trace information. Count on a delivery time between 2 to 5 working days. Within the Netherlands, delivery is usually slightly faster. Because we have no influence on how hard the postman steps on the accelerator, the stated delivery times are always indicative.
We understand that hasty speed is sometimes good. That is why you can also choose fast delivery with UPS Express when ordering. You pay a little more shipping costs, but you can start your design faster.
Shipping is free for orders from € 75 in the Netherlands and Belgium and from €200 in the rest of Europe.
Returns
We hope you are excited to get started as soon as you receive your order. However if you are not satisfied with the product(s) you ordered, you can return it to Leatherbox up to 14 days after receiving your order. You can only return products that are in new, unused condition. You are responsible for return shipping costs, including packaging.
Click here to find out how to return your product(s).
Choose the Italian supplier Mabel if you want a leather alternative, based on waste from the food industry.
