Gray Soft Faux Vegan PU Leather by the Yard - Soft Upholstery Vinyl

In this review the Gray Soft Faux Vegan PU Leather by NAT Leathers is evaluated for anyone seeking a soft, durable synthetic upholstery material. The bottom line: this 0.9 mm nappa-style vegan leather is best for hobbyists and small upholstery projects because it combines a very soft, pliable hand with a heavy-wear rating, making it a practical alternative to animal leather for chairs, couches, pillows, and accessories.

Key Features

• Peta-Approved vegan leather: Offers an animal-friendly material choice that mimics real leather look and feel without animal products.
• Soft, pliable 0.9 mm thickness: Feels smooth to the touch and is easy to work with when sewing or forming over curves.
• Heavy wear rating: Passes 80,000 double rubs Wyzenbeek ASTM D4157, making it suitable for high-traffic areas like living rooms and dining seating.
• Multi-purpose use: Sized and finished for upholstery, curtains, handbags, accessories and DIY projects, offering wide application options.
• Easy care: Cleans with a damp cloth and is described as machine washable, simplifying maintenance for everyday use.
• Packaged folded: Fold marks are expected to relax over time and can be ironed from the reverse side to improve appearance.

Who It's For

This fabric suits DIYers, upholsterers and small-business crafters who need a soft, realistic-looking vegan leather for items like dining chairs, ottomans, barstools, headboards and handbags. Its combination of suppleness and an 80,000 double-rub rating makes it especially good where both appearance and durability matter.

Those working on very large commercial contracts or requiring a heavy-backed textile for industrial sewing machines may want to evaluate thinner or heavier alternatives; also, customers who need aniline leather characteristics or natural hide grain should look to real leather options instead.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Very soft and smooth hand, which customers praise for look and feel when reupholstering chairs.
• High durability with an 80,000 double rub Wyzenbeek rating suitable for heavily trafficked rooms.
• Easy to clean and maintain with simple damp cloth care and machine washable guidance.
• Versatile for many projects from furniture to accessories, usable with common sewing tools.

Cons

• Delivered folded, so initial fold marks may be visible until they relax or are ironed from the reverse side.
• At 0.9 mm it is thin compared with some heavier upholstery leathers, which may not suit every application.

Specifications

Brand	NAT LEATHERS
Material	Soft vegan PU leather (pleather)
Thickness	0.9 mm
Size	2 yards (72 in x 54 in)
Wear Rating	80,000 double rubs (Wyzenbeek ASTM D4157)
Care	Wipe with damp cloth; machine washable
Origin	Designed by NAT Leathers (est. 1995, New York, USA)

Our Verdict

The Gray Soft Faux Vegan PU Leather is a strong value for DIY upholsterers and crafters who want a soft, realistic leather alternative that will stand up to daily use. Its softness, ease of sewing and high Wyzenbeek rating make it a practical, animal-friendly choice for furniture and accessory projects where both comfort and durability are priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will fold marks come out?
Fold marks typically relax with time and the material can be ironed on the reverse side to reduce visible creases.

Is this suitable for dining chairs?
Yes, the fabric is rated for heavy usage and works well for dining chairs, barstools and other seating used frequently.

Can it be sewn on a home machine?
Yes, customers report it is easy to sew and suitable for common household sewing machines and hand tools.