Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Activities Facet
3. Processes and Techniques (hierarchy name)
4. [processes and techniques by specific type]
5. [processes and techniques by material]
6. hide and skin processing
7. beamhouse operations

Anotations

Scope note:

Treating unhaired hides or skins with a solution of pigeon or hen manure in order to remove undesirable constituents and impart a quality of softness and flexibility to the final leather. For a similar process using dog manure, use "puering."