Table of Contents An Introduction to PU Leather Some consumers have looked to faux leather an as alternative to real leather for a number of reasons, ranging from a commitment to practicing veganism to concern for the environment. There is lots of hype about faux leathers and lots of confusion as well. What is PU …
Table of Contents You’ve probably heard the term “vegan leather,” which is often touted as a cruelty-free, eco-friendly alternative to real leather. But the more research you do, the more yoAu will discover different definitions and opposing points of view. Some say it is an excellent example of eco-innovation, while others say it’s …
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Just over 100 years ago,
the first faux leather was made at a rubber plant in Connecticut. Since then, various manufacturers have introduced a variety of faux leathers. Less expensive than real leather, they have made their way into a wide range of industries. Recently, there has been renewed interest in faux leather because many people believe that it is friendlier to the environment and better in other ways than real leather. But is that really true?
Should You Choose Fake Leather over Real Leather Because You Think it is More Eco-Friendly?
When artificial leather was first introduced in the United States as Naugahyde in 1920, it had a pretty bad rap because of its cheap looks and resemblance to plastic. First used for handbags, it didn’t come close to having the beautiful properties of real leather.
Leather is part of our everyday lives.
That’s why leather manufacturing is such a huge industry: approximately 1.4 billion animal hides were used in global leather production in 2020. That’s equivalent to one animal for every 5 humans on the planet! The result is the production of over 20 billion square feet of leather annually.
What is “Vegan Leather?” “Vegan Leather” is an alternative synthetic material that mimics leather. It is often created from artificial plastics or other materials, as opposed to the hide of an animal. Where is “Vegan Leather” Found? “Vegan Leather” products have become commonplace in the automotive seating industry, the shoe industry, the fashion industry, the …
Buying a new car is a major purchase for most consumers and can be overwhelming to many. There are seemingly endless purchasing decisions to make ranging from make and model to all the little features that are available. Often times, a high priority is placed on aesthetics such as the color of the car, but …
What is “Upcycling?” According to Merriam-website.com “Upcycling” is the process of recycling (or reusing) something in such a way to create an object of greater value than the original discarded object. How Does “Upcycling” relate to leather? Animals are NOT typically killed to make leather. In the world of modern leather manufacturing, most leather comes …
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No, animals are NOT usually killed to make leather. LeatherNaturally.org reports that 99% of the worlds leather comes from animals raised for food. Leather is typically a secondary product of the meat and dairy industry. The process using leftover hides to create leather is part of a highly sustainable process known as upcycling. In fact, …
Background Info Sustainability is an often-discussed topic as people around the world are prioritizing and promoting living sustainable and environmentally responsible lifestyles. The word sustainability is more than just a clichéd buzzword as its impact may have lasting effects on the world, we live in. The sustainability movement has grown considerably, and consumers are now …
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