- Type of Fabric: Synthetic Leather | PVC + Polyurethane
- Roll Width: 1.40 meters +/- 3%
- Surface Composition: 91% PVC / 9% Polyurethane
- Backing Composition: 95% Polyester / 5% Cotton
- Approximate Weight: 685 g/m2
- Intended Use: Leatherette for covering or upholstering | Leatherette for furniture | Leatherette for handbags | Leatherette for healthcare environments |
- Tensile Strength (EN ISO 1421): Warp 529 N 18.3% | Weft 418 N 27.5%
- Tear Strength (EN ISO 4674-1): Warp 59.5 N | Weft 40 N
- Seam Slippage (ISO 12947-1.2): Warp 3.1 mm | Weft 23.1 mm
- Abrasion Resistance (ISO 12947-1.2): > 800,000 cycles - Heavy use
- Flex Resistance - Bally Test (DIN EN ISO 32100 / DIN 53359 - 100,000 cycles): Pass
- Colour Fastness to Rubbing (ISO 105-X12): Dry 5 | Wet 5
- Colour Fastness to Artificial Light (ISO 105-B02): 5
- Resistance to Urine (Urea Solution): Pass
- Resistance to Hospital Cleaning Disinfectant: Pass
- Fire Tests: EN 1021-1 / 2 - Cigarette & Match Tests: Pass | BS 5852 Part I - Cigarette & Match Tests: Pass | CA Tech. Bull. 117:2013 / NFPA 260 - Cigarette Test: Pass
- Key Features: High abrasion resistance, Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Hydrolysis resistance (8 years), Easy care, Should not be used in toys or childcare items, Slight texture, Matte finish
- Cleaning: Wash manually with neutral soap using a cloth in circular motions. Use a vacuum to remove dust. Do not iron. Do not tumble dry.
If you're looking for a more affordable alternative to genuine leather, Faux Leather SPU is a PVC Leatherette and faux synthetic leather option that works perfectly as an upholstery cloth for upholstery fabrics. It’s ideal as sofa fabric, chair fabric upholstery, and also as fabric for cushions, offering a durable and easy-care finish.
This synthetic leather is suitable for Healthcare Upholstery and other professional environments where frequent cleaning is required. It’s also a practical choice for faux leather sofa repair and reupholstery projects.
