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- What’s the difference? Buying a genuine leather pouf.
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What’s the difference? Buying a genuine leather pouf.
I’m planning to redecorate my home and want a Moroccan leather pouf. There are so many poufs online. How can I tell the real from the fake?
Thinking of purchasing a leather pouf but afraid of being duped by the scammers? No one wants to pay a hefty price for an authentic leather pouf but end up with a fake leather knock-off. While many buyers can’t differentiate between genuine and synthetic leather at first glance, time will tell the difference. Real leather is both beautiful and durable and may last for many years. It can be cared for and maintained and will take on a lovely patina as it ages. Synthetic leather will crack and peel as it ages. It can’t be repaired, and will end up looking cheap and nasty.
Here are some tips that will help you differentiate real leather from the fakes:
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FIRST LOOK:
Synthetic leather might look appealing at first glance, with its manufactured color and texture, but that consistency could be your first clue. Genuine leather is a natural product and has its own characteristics. Think of it like wood grain -- each piece is unique. The slight variations are what make it beautiful!
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PRICE:
Does the price seem too good to be true? It may be. The best price is not always the best price. A genuine Moroccan leather pouf is made from traditionally tanned leather, stitched and sewn by master craftspeople, and hand-stuffed with clean cotton fill for a firm and durable seat. A fake does not have any of these qualities. Scammers will bring down their own cost by using synthetic leather, machine stitching and flimsy poly fiber fill.
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TEXTURE:
Genuine leather is supple, soft and durable. It stands up to heavy use, and develops a beautiful patina as it ages. You know what does not have those qualities? Plastic artificial leather.
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SEAT:
Traditional authentic Moroccan Poufs are hand-stuffed with clean cotton fill. The stuffing is key, because you want your pouf to be firm and comfortable. Cheap poly fiber does not have the density necessary to provide a firm seat, and you might find yourself rolling around every time you sit down.
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THE WATER TEST:
Genuine leather is a natural product. It can absorb water without being damaged by it. To test your leather pouf, put a small drop of water somewhere where it won’t be seen -- on the side or bottom. If the drop rolls off, you may have purchased plastic.
OR . . .
You can just skip all these steps and buy your genuine Moroccan Leather Poufs from Moroccan Prestige. We offer the best quality products available and stand behind our products.
Our authentic Moroccan designs are both beautiful and practical. Each piece tells the story of the history, culture and skills of the artisans that make them.
Place an order and decorate your home with Moroccan Prestige leather poufs, rugs, furniture and more, today!
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