Uptoning is a colour process normally done on beaver and otter. It tones down the natural red colour in the pelt, making the entire fur a more uniform colour of brown.
Why uptone?
Beaver and otter pelts often carry a reddish cast that varies from skin to skin, and sometimes across a single skin. Uptoning evens that out, so a lot of pelts worked together will match, and deepens the overall tone toward a richer brown without the full colour change of dyeing.
Options
- Uptoning is done after dressing and is commonly combined with a hand pluck and shear or a brush cut.
- If you want a colour other than brown, or a lighter shade, see Dyeing.
- Species other than beaver and otter: call us to discuss.
Sending your pelts
Prepare raw skins as described on our Prepping page and send them to us with your name, address and instructions. Each shipment is stamped with a work order number on arrival so your finished fur comes back to you. Our Terms and Conditions apply to all work.
Questions? Call (204) 231-5595 or email info@internationalfur.ca.