• Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies
  • Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies
  • Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies
  • Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies
  • Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies
1 5

British Leather Supplies

Cork Leather Punching Mat

Cork Leather Punching Mat

£7.50 GBP
£7.50 GBP
Sale Sold out
Taxes included. Shipping calculated at checkout.
Size

Cork Leather Punching Mat for Leathercraft

Designed for artisans, leatherworkers, and passionate craft enthusiasts, this square cork leather punching mat provides the ideal surface for precision leather awl work, absorbing pressure to protect your leather tools and materials, or as a base for the granite slab board. Crafted from FSC-certified cork.

  • Dense natural cork construction
  • Reduces noise and vibration
  • Helps prevent granite slabs from moving
  • Protects workbenches from impact
  • Suitable for punching holes with a Diamond Awl and leather hardware installation
  • Durable and long-lasting
  • Ideal for home workshops and professional studios

Please note these mats are for punching with an awl and are not recommended for use with a punch tool and hammer as the surface is not firm enough.

If you are looking for a mat to punch onto with a diamond stitching punch tool or pricking irons, please see our polyurethane punching mats.

If you are looking for a surface for punching holes using a drive or crew punch type tool, please see our punching and cutting boards. If you have any questions please do get in touch.

Product Specifications

Product Specifications:

  • The small size cork leather punching mat measures 15 cm x 15 cm, 15mm thickness.
  • The large size cork leather punching mat measures 30 cm x 30 cm, 15mm thickness.

Perfect For

Ideal For

  • Punching holes with a Diamond Awl
  • Supporting granite tooling and paring slabs
  • Setting rivets, snaps and eyelets
  • Protecting workbenches from impact and vibration
  • Fast Shipping
  • 30-Day Returns
  • Workshop Tested
View full details

The Perfect Partner for a Granite Slab

For the best leatherworking setup, place your granite slab directly on top of the cork mat. The granite provides a perfectly flat, rigid surface for tooling and hardware installation, while the cork absorbs vibration and significantly reduces the noise transferred to your workbench.

This combination is widely used by professional leatherworkers because it offers excellent stability while protecting both your bench and your tools.

Cork Leather Punching Mat - British Leather Supplies

When Should I Use a Cork Mat?

A cork mat is recommended whenever you’re working on a hard tooling surface such as a granite slab, or when pre-punching holes with a diamond awl. It’s particularly useful for:

  • Punching holes with a diamond awl
  • Setting rivets and press studs
  • Installing eyelets
  • General bench protection

For punching stitching holes or drive punching through leather, we recommend using a dedicated leather punch board or Poundo board, as these are designed to provide a firm surface and protect the cutting edges of your punches.

What Our Customers Say

4.96 ★ (390)
Verified

Build the Ideal Leatherworking Bench

Many experienced leatherworkers use multiple work surfaces for different tasks:

  • Self-healing cutting mat for measuring and knife work.
  • HDPE cutting board for heavy leather cutting.
  • Punch board or Poundo board for stitching chisels and leather punches.
  • Granite slab on top of a cork mat for tooling, stamping and setting hardware.

Using the correct surface for each task helps produce cleaner results while extending the life of your leatherworking tools.

Why Shop with British Leather Supplies?

Becky from British Leather Supplies working at a table with leather and tools in a workshop setting

At British Leather Supplies, we carefully select professional-quality leathercraft tools and workshop equipment trusted by makers across the UK. Whether you’re just starting out or building a professional workshop, our cork leather punching mat is a simple upgrade that makes leatherworking quieter, safer and more enjoyable.

Fair and affordable pricing

Quality and Reliable

Fast Shipping

Friendly Support

Workshop Tested

READ OUR STORY

Tips & Advice on Hand Sewing Leather

Diamond Leather Stitch Awl held in hand

Diamond Awl vs Stitching Chisels: Which Leathercraft Tool Should You Use?
Leatherwork Starter Kit British Leather Supplies

Best Leathercraft Tools for Hand Stitching - How to Choose the Right Tools for the Job
Leather worker's hands threading needles to sew leather

A Beginner’s Guide to Leathercraft - Learn the Basics of Leathercraft
Leathercraft in progress with hands holding needles and thread

How to Saddle Stitch Leather by Hand

Title

Diamond Leather Stitch Awl held in hand

Diamond Awl vs Stitching Chisels: Which Leathercraft Tool Should You Use?
Leatherwork Starter Kit British Leather Supplies

Best Leathercraft Tools for Hand Stitching - How to Choose the Right Tools for the Job
Leather worker's hands threading needles to sew leather

A Beginner’s Guide to Leathercraft - Learn the Basics of Leathercraft
Leathercraft in progress with hands holding needles and thread

How to Saddle Stitch Leather by Hand

Title

Diamond Leather Stitch Awl held in hand

Diamond Awl vs Stitching Chisels: Which Leathercraft Tool Should You Use?
Leatherwork Starter Kit British Leather Supplies

Best Leathercraft Tools for Hand Stitching - How to Choose the Right Tools for the Job
Leather worker's hands threading needles to sew leather

A Beginner’s Guide to Leathercraft - Learn the Basics of Leathercraft
Leathercraft in progress with hands holding needles and thread

How to Saddle Stitch Leather by Hand

Title

"One of the fastest services I've ever come across! Goods despatched super-quick and really nicely packaged. Many thanks" ***** - Paul D

Our Explore Our Board & Mat Collection