What it does
A fitted insert that drops into an existing tray or safe drawer, turning a plain surface into seats for specific pieces.
Saffiano leather on a tray insert, specifically
A saffiano insert survives being lifted in and out daily, which is where smooth inserts wear first — at the grip point.
Getting the proportion right
The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. A standard insert in a non-standard tray leaves gaps where pieces travel.
How saffiano is applied to a display form
The cross-hatch is embossed into the surface, so it has to be aligned across adjoining faces or the join is obvious. On a curved form the pattern distorts, which is why saffiano suits flat and faceted shapes better than busts and cones.
Where it is used
Safe drawers, counter trays and existing display furniture.
Saffiano under case lighting
The texture breaks up reflections, so a saffiano display never shows the hot highlight that plain leatherette does under a spot. It also hides fingerprints, which matters on anything a customer or an assistant touches.
The mistake to avoid
Inserts for safe drawers have to allow for the drawer runner clearance, which is easy to forget when measuring the opening.
Why saffiano leather
Saffiano is leather pressed with a fine cross-hatch and sealed. The texture catches light along an edge and the coating shrugs off the handling that plain hide would show.
Wipe clean. It is the leather finish to choose for display that is moved, restocked or handled every day.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. |
| Saffiano leather colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Saffiano leather on this form | A saffiano insert survives being lifted in and out daily, which is where smooth inserts wear first — at the grip point. |
Frequently asked questions
Can tray inserts be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the saffiano leather is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do tray inserts come in?
They are made to your dimensions. The insert is cut to the tray, so the tray dimensions come first. A standard insert in a non-standard tray leaves gaps where pieces travel.
Is saffiano leather a good choice for a tray insert?
A saffiano insert survives being lifted in and out daily, which is where smooth inserts wear first — at the grip point.
What goes wrong most often with tray inserts?
Inserts for safe drawers have to allow for the drawer runner clearance, which is easy to forget when measuring the opening.
Can tray inserts be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same saffiano leather and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your tray inserts
Tell us your case or window height, what the tray inserts have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.