[GBW] bonded leather

[Pat Miller <pj43mill@xxxxxxx>]

I understand that bonded leather is a manufactured material made from 75% "real" leather.  Does such a product require PVA or paste, and is it meant to be pared?  Could anyone share his experience with this material?
Thank you.

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