Commercial Grade Faux Leather by the Yard
In this trade, faux leather, leatherette and upholstery vinyl mostly mean the same thing: a coated fabric with a leather grain. The difference between a cheap one and a commercial one is how long it lasts under daily use.
The lines below are the contract vinyls we sell for booths, waiting rooms, offices and furniture that gets sat on all day. Everything is 54 inches wide. Vinyl by the yard, no minimums.
How the lines compare
Prices are for 1 yard. Every line drops $1 a yard at 5 yards, $2 at 15 yards and $4 on a full roll.
| Line | Price per yard | Colors | Abrasion, as published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle (our house brand) | $31.50 | 40 | Exceeds 1,500,000 double rubs |
| Spirit Millennium (Naugahyde) | $34.25 | 54 | 1,500,000 double rubs |
| Classic | $32.75 | 58 | 500,000 double rubs |
| Carolyn Classic (our house brand) | $21.00 | 25 | 500,000 double rubs |
| Patriot Plus | $31.50 | 46 | 200,000 double rubs |
| Silvertex (Spradling) | $37.75 | 44 | 100,000 cycles |
| Allante (Morbern) | $25.75 | 45 | 200,000 double rubs |
| Denali (our house brand) | $18.50 | 46 | 100,000 double rubs |
Makers do not all test abrasion the same way, so compare those numbers loosely. Flame codes, cleaning and the test method are in the spec block on each product page.
What makes it commercial grade
Abrasion. This is the double rub number. It is how many passes the surface took in testing before it showed wear. A restaurant booth sees more of that in a month than a dining chair at home sees in a year.
Flame codes. Restaurants, hotels and offices often have to meet a fire code. Each product page lists the codes that vinyl is tested to. Check the list against what your job requires before you order.
Cleaning. Commercial seating gets wiped down constantly. The care instructions on each product page say what that vinyl can take.
We cite what the maker publishes. We do not add to it.
How to pick one
Heaviest use. Pinnacle and Spirit Millennium have the highest abrasion numbers we sell, at 1,500,000 double rubs. Spirit is thicker and stiffer to work than the others.
Best price for the wear. Carolyn Classic is our house brand. It lists 500,000 double rubs at $21.00 a yard.
Lowest price. Denali is $18.50 a yard in 46 colors.
Hospitals and doctor offices. Here cleaning matters more than wear. The seat gets wiped with disinfectant all day, so being bleach cleanable becomes very important. Silvertex is strong in those conditions. It is tested for bacterial resistance (AATCC 147) and for disinfectant exposure (CFFA-101), and the maker publishes a list of about 60 approved cleaners. Pinnacle is bleach cleanable and passes AATCC 147-2011 for bacterial resistance. See our healthcare vinyl guide.
How much do you need?
| Restaurant booth, per side | about 3.5 yards |
| Dinette or chair set | about 2 yards |
These are starting points. Measure your pieces and lay them out on a 54 inch width before you order.
Frequently asked questions
Is faux leather the same as vinyl?
For upholstery, mostly yes. The lines on this page are contract vinyls with a leather grain.
Do you sell real leather too?
Yes. We sell upholstery leather by the full hide. See the leather.
Can I see the color first?
Yes. Every color has a $5 sample on its product page, and samples ship free.
What does shipping cost?
$30 flat, and free on orders of $199 or more. We ship to the lower 48 states and DC.
Can I return vinyl?
Unused cuts of 5 yards or more can be returned within 30 days of delivery, with a 20% restocking fee. Shorter cuts are final sale.
I have a whole restaurant to do. Is there a better price?
Call (336) 887-3101 before you order. Call-in pricing and full-roll pricing are different from the web price.