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2. Artificial leather - Wikipedia

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   The fabric can be made of natural or synthetic fiber which is then covered with a soft polyvinyl chloride (PVC) layer. Leatherette is used in bookbinding and was common on the casings of 20th century cameras. Cork leather is a natural-fiber alternative made from the bark of cork oak trees that has been compressed, similar to Presstoff.

3. Microfiber - Wikipedia

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   Microfiber can be used to make tough, very soft fabric for clothing, often used in skirts, jackets, bathrobes, and swimwear. Microfiber can be made into Ultrasuede, a synthetic imitation of suede leather, which is cheaper and easier to clean and sew than natural suede leather.

4. Rexine - Wikipedia

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   It was made of cloth surfaced with a mixture of cellulose nitrate (a low explosive also used as the propellant in firearms rounds), camphor oil, pigment and alcohol, embossed to look like leather. Rexine was discontinued in 2005, [ 1 ] but similar leathercloth fabrics continue to be produced by multiple manufacturers, including the original ...

5. 8 Bad Cleaning Habits You Need to Break ASAP - AOL

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   But there are some less obvious cleaning faux pas the pros say they see all the time. Some of these slip-ups simply cost you extra time, while others may actually do damage to your home and the ...

6. Stain removal - Wikipedia

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   This is the most common way of treating non-washable fabrics. The front of the fabric is sponged with a sponge that is soaked in the solvent being used. The rear of the fabric should be backed up with a clean, absorbent, material. The stain is rubbed with the sponge radially, from the centre of the stain towards its edge.

7. 73 Brands That Are Still Made Right Here in the USA - AOL

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   Its ergonomic footwear comes loaded with arch support, quarter-inch "heaven" padding, and nylon lining throughout, while its faux leather shoes are made with even more space-age techniques that ...