Shoes are an integral part of a person's wardrobe. When choosing it, you need to pay attention not only to appearance and convenience, but also to the material from which it is made. If previously natural raw materials were used for production, now shoes are made from artificial leather.
Features of eco-leather shoes
Not so long ago, artificial leather was significantly inferior in many characteristics to natural leather. But modern technologies do not stand still. And now it can be quite difficult to distinguish artificial material from natural one.
Important! You can check whether the material is natural or not by heating. Genuine leather will heat up quickly, eco-leather will not change the temperature.
Previously, polyvinyl chloride was used to make artificial leather. But it has a large number of disadvantages, for example, complete airtightness. Now the substitute is made from natural cotton fabric and a thin layer of polyurethane. Sometimes natural crushed leather is added.This ensures that such products are pleasant to the touch and difficult to distinguish from shoes made from natural raw materials. In addition, eco-leather provides good elasticity.
The manufacturing process is more complex than artificial polyvinyl chloride substitutes. Its main difference is its structure. During the chemical synthesis of an eco-substitute, various plasticizers are not used, which are mandatory for the production of PVC raw materials. Therefore, polyvinyl chloride substitutes do not tolerate low temperatures and do not provide ventilation for shoes. The eco-substitute has microscopic pores in its structure that make the material breathable.
An artificial substitute, like any other, has its advantages and disadvantages. But there are more advantages than it might seem at first glance.
Advantages of artificial material
There are really many advantages, and they are very noticeable:
- wear resistance. Shoes made from modern high-quality substitutes can be stronger than those made from natural raw materials. Therefore, such products have a long service life;
- breathability. The PVC substitute created a greenhouse effect in the boots. Eco-leather has micropores, therefore it provides good air circulation and in this parameter is not inferior to natural materials;
- does not cause allergies. Only high-quality and safe substances are used in production, therefore the products are hypoallergenic;
- convenience. If high-quality substances were used in the production of an artificial substitute, and all stages of production were followed, shoes made from such raw materials will provide the necessary wearing comfort. The material has excellent elasticity, which allows it to adapt to the shape of the foot;
- price. The cost of products made from eco-substitutes is significantly lower than those made from natural raw materials. However, do not forget that high-quality artificial leather cannot be very cheap. This price indicates that the material is not of high quality;
- design. There is a wide selection of eco-leather shoes on store shelves. Eco-substitute does not limit fashion designers and manufacturers. Products can have a wide variety of designs, colors and textures.
Cons of eco-leather
The eco-substitute has very few disadvantages. These include:
- highly flammable;
- care. The material requires special careful care and the use of special products: cleaning spray, creams, moisture protection products;
- does not tolerate low temperatures.
Important! To extend the life of the products, it is recommended to clean and dry your shoes after each visit to the street.
Shoes not only made of real leather can be beautiful and of high quality. A good substitute can be an excellent alternative to natural material. This is a modern raw material with excellent characteristics. Products made from it are distinguished by their magnificent appearance, high comfort and, with proper care, will last for a long time.
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