SALDER · Applications

Technical synthetic leather for different industries.

Choosing synthetic leather involves more than colour and appearance. Cleaning conditions, use intensity, flexibility and processing methods all matter, from furniture manufacturing to sports equipment.

Synthetic leather in upholstered furniture

Selecting for the application

Upholstery and contract interiors call for consideration of use intensity and cleanability. Marine and outdoor applications introduce environmental conditions, while automotive materials must suit the intended interior and upholstery process. Healthcare, accessories and quilted materials also have distinct manufacturing and use requirements. Technical features should never be assumed to apply to every collection.

Footwear and sports equipment

Shoe uppers require consideration of flexibility, stitching and abrasion performance. Football panels must suit cutting, printing, stitching and lamination processes. Boxing gloves experience repeated impact and flexing, while stadium seating is subject to intensive use. Images represent applications; material properties are determined for the application and technical specification.

From sample to application

Identify the intended use alongside the collection and colour code. Physical sample assessment, the relevant product information and the actual application conditions should be considered together. Our manufacturing and quality page explains the approach supporting this assessment process.

Industry applications

Upholstery & Contract application example

Upholstery & Contract

Faux leather solutions for furniture, hospitality and high-traffic commercial interiors.

Marine & Outdoor application example

Marine & Outdoor

Performance-led materials developed for boats, yachts and demanding outdoor applications.

Automotive application example

Automotive

Technical faux leathers for vehicle interiors and professional automotive upholstery.

Healthcare application example

Healthcare

Materials designed for healthcare environments where hygiene, cleanability and durability matter.

Bags & Accessories application example

Bags & Accessories

Design-ready materials in a broad choice of grains, handles and colours.

Quilted Materials application example

Quilted Materials

A range of patterns and constructions for automotive, furniture and decorative applications.

Footwear and sport

Boxing Gloves application example

Boxing Gloves

Flexible, durable faux leather options for boxing gloves exposed to repeated impact and flexing.

Footwear Faux Leather application example

Footwear Faux Leather

Faux leather options engineered for sports and everyday shoe uppers, supporting flexibility, stitching performance and abrasion resistance.

Football Panels application example

Football Panels

Materials adaptable to panel cutting, printing, stitching and lamination processes in ball production.

Stadium Seating application example

Stadium Seating

Hard-wearing faux leather solutions for VIP stands, dugouts and indoor spectator seating.