Every product that contains leather is beautiful. Leather emphasizes the status of its owner, looks very dignified, and makes the room more comfortable. However, natural leather furniture is an expensive product that not everyone can afford. Therefore, there are two types of products on the market under the name "leather": artificial leather and eco-leather.
In recent years, artificial leather has been used in the manufacturing of almost all types of products because it is cheap and relatively durable. However, it has a major drawback: it is a fabric base to which leather, PVC, and other chemical additives are applied. Additionally, a product that does not breathe and is made from artificial leather is not safe for human health.
What is eco-leather made of? Eco-leather is a new material that uses 100% cotton, coated with a layer of polyurethane (PU) that contains no harmful impurities.Unlike artificial leather products, eco-leather products do not have an unpleasant smell. It has very good air permeability due to the large number of pores in the material's structure. It is completely hypoallergenic, therefore safe even for children.
Eco-leather does not have the disadvantages of natural leather, such as uneven thickness, roughness, and uneven color and texture. It is durable, smooth, and pleasant to the touch. Therefore, it is difficult to distinguish it from natural leather.
There are not many types of eco-leather on the market. The main ones are: Oregon, Alba, Companion, and Dollaro.
1. Oregon: 70% cotton and a very abrasion-resistant type. It is the most popular material among all eco-leathers, has the best price-performance ratio, and accurately imitates the pattern of natural leather with a delicate texture. 2.Alba: It is a very popular material that allows air and steam to pass through perfectly. It is resistant to light, high temperatures, minor damage, and abrasion.
3. Companion: It is more wear-resistant and lasts longer than Oregon and also differs in structure. The PU film is applied with a woven pad on polyurethane foam.
4. Dollaro: High-quality eco-leather for furniture upholstery. It contains the best features of eco-leather.
What is eco-leather? What are the advantages and disadvantages of eco-leather?
Eco-leather has its advantages and disadvantages.
1. It is an extremely durable material against abrasion, scratches, and bending.Minor damages can easily be delayed due to the special arrangement of the cells in the polyurethane mesh.
2. Ecological, completely hypoallergenic, safe for humans and animals.
3. It is practically indistinguishable from natural leather both in touch and visually, but the price of ecological leather is much lower.
4. Good air permeability is due to the density of the material's pores and the breathable properties of cotton.
5. Non-toxicity and free from unwanted odors typical of artificial leather.
6. Its maintenance is very simple. To remove contamination from surfaces covered with ecological leather, we prevent staining by wiping the stain immediately with a damp cloth and then quick drying.
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These advantages of ecological leather products are absolutely impressive.However, eco-leather does have its disadvantages.
1. It should not be forgotten that eco-leather, although very close to natural leather, is still an industrially produced leather. Therefore, for those who wish to emphasize the originality of the product in every aspect, it is better to choose products made from natural leather.
2. If there is a cat in the house, then it is advisable to avoid purchasing eco-leather products. Because a cat's claws can penetrate the structure of the material, making the fabric's base visible. The fabric will be deformed.
3. It gets dirty very quickly. It is difficult to remove traces of pencil, ink, and gouache from the surface.
4. Poor quality eco-leather is cold and warms up slowly.In the cold season, it is necessary to cover the surface that is upholstered with a low-quality material, so as not to get cold while sitting on the sofa.
Eco-leather can be used at home, in the office, car upholstery, and many other fields. You can access various color options in different styles and designs by clicking on https://www.pieco.ro/collections/toate-produsele/tip_piele-ecologica, you can experience the quality of our products by simply ordering samples.
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