Firstly, what is leatherette? Leatherette is a synthetic material typically made from vinyl or PVC, which is designed to have the look and feel of real leather. Leatherette is now widely used instead of genuine leather because it offers many of the benefits of genuine leather and is much more affordable. Genuine leather is soft, but it scratches easily and absorbs spills, meaning it stains become noticeable. Leatherette on the other hand is made of a plastic-based material, therefore spills can be easily wiped and cleaned. This is particularly good news for parents with young children and pet owners. Over the long-term leather will require specific treatment and maintenance while leatherette requires general cleaning and maintenance.

How to choose the right leatherette fabric? First of all, let practicality lead the way and think about how you will use the fabric. A mix of furniture and kids will need a more durable fabric, whereas for dressmaking, a softer more fashionable fabric will be preferred. When using a fabric for furniture or upholstery, you may want to think about the space and its surroundings and choose a fabric that matches the colour scheme of the space and has a complementary texture and shade.

If you are new to Online Fabrics and are unsure about which leatherette is right for you, feel free to order a sample of our leatherette and put your ideas to the test. Experimenting with different colours and textures can be a great way to ensure your end design is right for you.

Why choose Online Fabrics as your go-to leatherette fabric shop?

Online Fabrics is a premier online fabric store that offers an exquisite range of high-quality leatherette fabrics.

With a selection of over 5,000 high-quality fabrics in stock, Online Fabrics is committed to providing only the highest quality leatherette fabric options to its customers.

Whether you're looking for leatherette fabric in a particular colour, pattern, weight, or size, Online Fabrics is your one-stop shop.

Great customer service, quick shipping times, and low costs, no wonder so many people choose us for their fabric needs. Why shop anywhere else?

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