Leatherette (PU) Materials
PU leatherette—also called faux leather, vegan leather, or imitation leather—is a premium case material for hardcover books, slipcases, journals, and rigid boxes. It combines durability with a refined look and supports foil stamping, debossing, and screen printing.
Leatherette Gallery
Explore smooth leatherette for a clean, modern surface, or fine-grain leatherette for a softer, more refined hand feel—both elegant choices for premium editions.
We offer multiple colors and grain options (Smooth, Fine/Micro, Morocco). Click any swatch to zoom the texture. Note: Dye lots may vary slightly from on-screen previews.
Surface Finishing Options
Enhance your leatherette projects with these techniques (use vector artwork for best results):
- Foil Stamping & Debossing — Gold, silver, rose gold, or custom foil colors. Combine foil + deboss for contrast and depth.
- Blind Debossing — Understated and elegant. On smooth PU, the pressed area can appear slightly darker, creating a subtle tonal shift.
- Screen Printing — Ideal for bold logos, solid graphics, and flat-color designs; best on smooth or fine-grain leatherette.
Printing & Finishing Tips on Leatherette
Foil stamping: minimum line weight 0.3 mm; avoid body text below 6 pt; keep foil at least 6–8 mm from cover edges and 8–12 mm clear of the spine hinge.
Debossing: best with bold shapes/logos; typical impression depth 0.3–0.6 mm (varies by grain); avoid very fine type for blind deboss.
Screen printing: use vector art and solid fills; text ≥ 5 pt; avoid wrapping large solid prints across the hinge area.
Registration & tolerance: foil/deboss registration ±0.5–1.0 mm; allow corner radius clearance near board edges.
Color variation: dye lots vary slightly; swatches and production runs may differ.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the MOQ for leatherette products?
Books: 100 copies. Leatherette boxes: 500 pieces.
Are imitation-leather samples available?
Yes—material swatches on request; production dummies/proofs available (fees apply).
Can I print photos directly on leatherette?
No. We recommend screen-printed logos/graphics or foil/deboss for the best results.
Is the material vegan?
Yes. Our leatherette is PU-based and 100% animal-free.
How is pricing calculated?
By size, quantity, and finishing. Use our online calculator or contact us for a custom quote. See examples on our Leather-Bound Book page.
