Nubuck began to be used as a material for wardrobe items and furniture upholstery relatively recently. At first, consumers were afraid to buy such products, fearing that the service life of this delicate velvety material would be short-lived. But today everything has changed. Designers offer a huge number of models of shoes and clothes made of nubuck. They all wear well and are not inferior in appearance to more expensive suede.
What is nubuck
Today, specialists have the ability to imitate almost any material. Nubuck is no exception. And often artificial fabric differs little in quality and properties from natural matter. Analogues visually look exactly the same as the original. But in reality they turn out to be much more practical and easier to maintain.
Nubuck is a natural leather that has undergone special preparation and dressing. It is tanned with chrome and sanded with fine abrasive sandpaper. The result is a material with fine pile on the front side. The visual resemblance to suede is striking, but nubuck is a material derived from cattle hides.
It is soft and attractive in appearance, great for making shoes and various accessories, as well as upholstery of interior items. Unlike suede, it has increased wear resistance and practicality.
Important! With proper and high-quality care, nubuck retains its original appearance and properties for a long time.
Types of nubuck
Experts can easily determine the type of material. And there are three of them in total.
Natural
Leather made from animal skins.
It is distinguished by the presence of a fine-haired surface on the front side, has a velvety structure and softness.
Among the disadvantages of such raw materials are their reduced wear resistance and the need for regular cleaning with special means.
Artificial
The second name is synthetic. It is made of artificial leather polymer 
a material consisting of several layers.
It also has a velvet structure and is practically indistinguishable from natural nubuck in appearance. Unlike the original, it does not absorb water and is less demanding to care for.
Nubuck-oil
Natural fabric, which is treated with special means during the production process. They reliably protect it from moisture and increase the service life of the product.
Important! Do not confuse nubuck with materials such as velor, split leather or suede. They are made from the skins of various animals.
Properties of nubuck
Natural fabric is very capricious and demanding to care for. So that the product always looks 
attractive and beautiful, it requires constant care using special products.
The main advantage of the material is the aesthetic pleasure of its velvety structure.
It is very pleasant for a person to lie down on a sofa upholstered in nubuck or put on boots made of this leather. Shoes made from it are very attractive and appropriate in any situation.
Pros and cons of natural nubuck
Many men and women love this material for its beauty and durability. Shoes, shoes or boots 
from this skin will always look great and suit any occasion. This undeniable advantage makes buyers pay attention to such models.
But along with such advantages, there are also a number of disadvantages. They can turn a buyer away from such an attractive pair of shoes. These include the following.
- Additional costs for care products.
- Regular cleaning using special brushes and chemicals;
- Rapid loss of attractive appearance if handled carelessly;
- difficult cleaning.
Important! If a person is not afraid of such capricious material, such boots will be an excellent addition to the wardrobe.
Natural fabric is sometimes treated with special fatty compounds, in which case such careful care of the boots is not required. But still These are not shoes for every day. In rainy or too humid weather, such a pair will not work. It will quickly gain moisture and lose its beauty and visual appeal.
In addition, if such an incident occurs and the shoes get wet, they will have to be dried for a long time and thoroughly. The use of electrical appliances or heating radiators is strictly prohibited. This can completely ruin your shoes.
Pros and cons of faux nubuck
Artificial material looks no less attractive and solid.It also has a noble velvety structure and deep colors. Thanks to the layered manufacturing method, when polymer layers are applied to each other, the fabric is dense. This makes it resistant to adverse external influences.
Shoes made from artificial nubuck have the following positive characteristics:
- durability;
- wear resistance;
- attractive appearance;
- pleasant tactile sensations when in contact with the material.
Important! The synthetic origin of the shoes makes it possible to expand the color range and offer customers the most incredible shades.
Synthetic fabric is resistant to temperature changes and humidity outdoors; scratches and creases are more difficult to form on its surface. These shoes look attractive and last longer than genuine leather.
In addition, the undoubted advantage of a synthetically developed fabric is its affordable price. Compared to genuine leather, it is quite affordable for most buyers. People most often pay attention to the artificial interpretation of the original fabric because of its improved properties.
Application of nubuck
Such a beautiful and pleasant material is widely used for the production of shoes and accessories, and also as upholstery material for upholstered furniture. Expensive natural nubuck is widely used for the manufacture of women's shoes and sandals. But they have more of a decorative function, as they are completely impractical. They can be used for evening outings, as they look great with evening and cocktail dresses.
Its use is popular in the manufacture of bags and backpacks, as well as haberdashery.Such specimens always look as expensive and respectable as possible. The bag will suit almost any look and will emphasize the status of a lady.
Artificial fabric is often used as upholstery for furniture. It is more practical and less easily soiled. And if necessary, it can be easily cleaned using available products. But it is as pleasant as possible to the body. It is a pleasure to lie down or sit on such a sofa. The fabric clings to the body, the velvety surface helps you feel comfortable and cozy.
When purchasing boots or shoes made from this material, you should be prepared to carefully care for them. Only in this case will they always look attractive and add their own “zest” to any image.
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