Microfiber Leather
SampleBrown and Tan Range
Black, dark brown, cognac, tan, and white side by side.
Materials · Microfiber
Microfiber Leather
Microfiber synthetic leather in smooth and suede finishes, in rolls made to your color, texture, and thickness.
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Product range
Microfiber Leather Colors
A selection of colors from our microfiber leather range. Click an image to view it larger, or request a sample of the color you need.
Microfiber Leather
SampleLeather-Tone Fan
Browns, grey, white, and tan fanned out.
Microfiber Leather
SampleWarm Neutral Range
Dark browns through cognac, white, and light tan.
Microfiber Leather
SampleLayered Browns
Black to camel shades layered edge to edge.
Microfiber Leather
SampleStacked Sheets
Black, brown, and tan sheets stacked in a fan.
Microfiber Leather
SampleSheet Stack
Black, brown, grey, white, and tan sheets in a stack.
Microfiber Leather
SampleTan, White, and Grey
Three sheets showing the surface up close.
Microfiber Leather
SampleRolled Samples
Rolled samples from black to light tan.
Colors shown are examples. Colors are matched to your physical reference sample.
Overview
What Is Microfiber Leather?
Microfiber leather is a synthetic leather built on a microfiber base, combined with polyurethane. It is a different construction from ordinary PU leather, although buyers often use the two names loosely. It comes in smooth and suede finishes.
Microfiber leather is synthetic. It is not natural hide, and it is not the same as cleaning-cloth microfiber.
PolyurethaneMicrofiber base
✕Not natural hide✕Not cleaning-cloth microfiber✓SyntheticStructure
How It Is Built
The base is a microfiber structure, and polyurethane is combined with it. The surface is then finished: smooth with a grain, or napped for a suede look. This is how one base gives two different finishes.
01One base
+ PolyurethaneMicrofiber base
02Two finishes
Smooth
Finished with a grain.
Suede
Napped for a suede look.
Compare
Microfiber Leather and PU Leather
BaseA microfiber baseA fabric base: woven, knitted, brushed, non-woven, or microfiber
CoatingCombined with polyurethaneA polyurethane coating
FinishesSmooth and suedeA wide range of finishes
Tell us the look and the use, and we will recommend the right one.
Microfiber Leather and Genuine Leather
ItemMicrofiber leatherGenuine leather
OriginSynthetic; no animal hideAnimal hide
SurfaceUniform from roll to rollVaries from hide to hide
BreathabilityA coated surface breathes lessBreathes better
AgingDoes not develop a patinaDevelops a patina
Pros & limits
Advantages and Limits
Advantages
Uniform surface and color
Smooth and suede finishes from one base
Made without animal hide
Limits
A coated surface breathes less than natural leather
Not natural hide, so no natural patina
Quality depends on the construction: base, polyurethane, and finish
Durability
How Long Does Microfiber Leather Last?
There is no single figure. Durability depends on the construction and the use. We test finished rolls for abrasion resistance, flex durability, and colorfastness.
Abrasion resistance
Flex durability
Colorfastness
Finishes
Smooth or Suede
Drag the handle to compare the two finishes.
SmoothSuede
Smooth
A leather-like surface for upholstery, bags, and footwear.
Applications
Where Microfiber Leather Is Used
Sofas and furniture
Car seats
Customization
What You Can Specify
- 01
Thickness
Adjusted to the part.
- 02
Texture
Custom embossing to your sample or artwork.
- 03
Color
Matched to your physical reference.
A4
Need a sample to check the hand-feel?
A4-size samples are available. Request one with your inquiry, in smooth or suede finish.
Request an A4 SampleSchematic · not to scale
Specification
Standard Specification
- Width
- 137 cm
- Thickness
- 1.1 mm
- Base fabric
- Non-woven microfiber, usually nylon or polyester
- Surface
- Leather grain, embossed, printed, or suede finish
- Color
- Made to your reference
- Supply
- Rolls
These are standard figures. Thickness, surface, and color can be adjusted to your requirement.
Lead time
Samples and Lead Time
Fuzhou Leather manufactures microfiber leather in smooth and suede finishes, and A4-size samples are available. Standard orders take 10–15 days, and custom orders take 15–25 days after sample approval. MOQ is 500–800 meters per color.
MOQ 500–800 m per colorA4 samplesSmooth & suede
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is microfiber leather real leather?
No. It is a synthetic leather built on a microfiber base with polyurethane, not natural hide.
Is microfiber leather the same as PU leather or faux leather?
Microfiber leather is a type of faux leather. It is not exactly the same as PU leather: both use polyurethane, but microfiber leather is built on a microfiber base.
What are the disadvantages of microfiber leather?
A coated surface breathes less than natural leather, and it does not develop a patina. Quality varies with the construction, so judge it on a sample.
Is microfiber leather vegan?
It contains no animal hide.
Is microfiber leather waterproof?
It is water-resistant like other coated materials. For a fully waterproof surface, look at PVC leather.
Can I get a suede finish?
Yes. See our microfiber suede page.
How long does production take?
10–15 days for standard orders and 15–25 days for custom orders after sample approval.
Can you match my reference sample?
Yes. Mail us a sample and we will make a counter-sample for your approval.
Thank you, your request is in
We have received your details and will reply by email with a suggested construction and the next steps for samples.