The materials for shoes are mainly natural fiber fabrics and leather. Since modern times, synthetic chemical materials have become more and more popular. PU leather has become more and more widely used in the shoe-making industry due to its superior performance. It is used in leather shoes as the fabric and in sneakers as bottom materials and fabric. Unique designs in sneakers can also be achieved by PU leather, making it more fashionable.
The Advantages of PU Leather in Shoe-making
PU leather is one of the most exclusive and perfect-looking leathers in shoe-making. It is also a newly developed material in recent years in order to substitute genuine leather. There are many advantages of PU Leather that make it suitable for shoe materials.
Natural Looking
PU leather is more acceptable and popular than genuine ones for its various patterns and textures when it comes to leather shoes. It looks the same as genuine leather, but it is more natural and feels softer.
Water Resistance
PU leather performs well in waterproof capability because it has no water absorption, no water seepage, and no deformation with water. It is inevitable for shoes to touch the water. If it rains hardly outside, PU leather shoes can protect it from the rain because of their outstanding water-resistant capability. So, PU leather is an ideal material to make shoes.
Great Toughness and Durability
PU leather also has excellent toughness and can last for a long time. It performs better than general genuine leather shoes. Shoes will be worn and scratched in daily wear. However, PU leather is durable and scratch-resistant. So, PU leather is widely used in shoe-making industries in order to make the shoes firm and durable.
Cost-Effective
PU leather is cost-effective for producers and customers. The raw materials of PU leather consist of new-made and recycled ones. Both new-made materials and recycled are cheaper than genuine ones. Besides, PU leather has incredible performance in durability, water resistance, soft feel, and natural-looking. It is highly cost-effective for producers and customers.
Color &Patterns
There is a sea of colors and patterns of PU leather to choose from. Compared to genuine leather, which is monotonous in colors and patterns, PU leather has more colors and patterns. Moreover, PU leather can be painted and dyed according to personalized and customized demands.
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