The difference between artificial leather and synthetic leather
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2021-09-14
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Leather Surface: Genuine leather has its own unique natural grain, with a natural luster. When pressed or pinched, the surface shows no dead wrinkles or creases, nor any cracks; while artificial leather, although similar in appearance, shows unnatural grain upon closer inspection, a shinier luster than genuine leather, and often vibrant colors. Pressing the surface with a finger reveals no obvious pores or wrinkles; even if wrinkles appear after pressing, they do not disappear naturally.
Leather Body: Genuine leather feels soft and supple, while imitation leather, though also soft, lacks resilience and stiffens in cold weather. When bent, genuine leather springs back naturally with good elasticity, while imitation leather bends stiffly and has poor elasticity.
Cut Edge: The cut edge of genuine leather shows a consistent color with clearly visible, fine fibers. However, the cut edge of imitation leather lacks the fibrous texture of leather; the underlying fibers and resin may be visible, or the cut edge may reveal two layers of base fabric and resin adhesive.
Leather Backing: The front of genuine leather is smooth with pores and grain, while the back shows distinct fiber bundles, appearing uniformly fuzzy. The surface of imitation leather lacks pores; some synthetic leathers have the same appearance on both sides, with a smooth, shiny surface on both the front and back. Some artificial leathers have different front and back sides, with the backing showing a clear base fabric; however, some also mimic leather on both sides, with a fuzzy backing similar to leather. Careful observation is needed to distinguish between genuine and artificial leather.
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