Artificial leather offers a number of advantages compared to real leather. These would include the following: 

Economical – Artificial leather is typically much more affordable than real leather. 

Durability – Artificial leather is very durable and will last a long time. It can withstand scratches and scrapes that would mar genuine leather. It is not prone to crack or peel like leather. It will not fade as easily in ultra violet (UV) light and is stain resistant. 

Low Maintenance – Artificial leather materials can usually be wiped clean with a rag and warm water. Unlike genuine leather, it does not retain moisture, so artificial leather items will not become warped or cracked. Some of the new performance artificial leathers can remove ink, liquid and food stains with only a dry cloth. 

Realistic Quality – Artificial leather has been modified and improved with variations in grain, color and textures to reflect a visual appearance with a realistic leather quality. 

Consistent Appearance – Artificial leather will provide a uniform look since all the pieces come from the same stock. 

Fashion – Artificial leathers can also be printed providing enormous variety of textures and patterns. In addition, because faux leather is a synthetic material, it can be dyed a rainbow of colors. This fashion forward approach allows for more freedom when decorating residential or commercial interiors. 

Easy to Work With – Artificial leather is easier to cut and sew than real leather. In addition, needle marks are usually less noticeable and threads blend with the artificial leather material more seamlessly.