Faux leather is often considered as a lower cost alternative to genuine leather. Genuine leather is in high demand and for good reasons. Real leather has an inviting feel, it provides exceptional durability, and quality leather improves with age. There are also good reasons for choosing faux leather. Faux leather is not only a lower cost alternative to real leather, but also more versatile in terms of color and quality. Let’s compare two types of faux leather: PU faux leather fabric and PVC faux leather fabric.
PU Faux Leather Fabric
PU leather fabric is made by applying or laminating a 100% polyurethane finish to a base material. Typical base materials include polyester, cotton, nylon, or rayon. A roller applies an artificial grain pattern to the surface to imitate the look of genuine leather. The artificial grain is typically very uniform.
PVC leather fabric is very similar to PU leather fabric. Instead of polyurethane, PVC leather fabric is made by combining polyvinylchloride with stabilizers (to protect), plasticizers (to soften) and lubricants (to make flexible), and then applying to a base material. Again, the base materials are typically polyester, cotton, nylon, or rayon.
Genuine Leather
Genuine leather is made from organic materials, typically bovine hides. The natural collagen fibers are intricately intertwined, providing durability over man-made, weaved products. There are numerous variations of leather with different type of finishes.
Conclusion
You can make lovely furnishing or daily wear from either Genuine Leather or faux leather. We are able to provide different quotations for each kind of leather you require.
