This is our heaviest weight Leathercloth Fabric, also referred to as Leatherette, Vinyl and Faux Leather. Leathercloth is essentially fake leather. Instead of being made of animal skins, this fabric is made of other materials and receives numerous treatments so that it replicates the look of real leather and some of its common attributes. Many reasons exist why people want faux leather; it is cheaper than using real animal skins, it is easy to sew and work with, it comes in as a regular supply and the quality is consistent, others avoid leather for ethical reasons. This is a fire retardant leather which makes it suitable for upholstery. It is also used widely for making clothing, accessories, covers, cushions, car interiors, etc.