If you have been looking for a genuine leather alternative, then don’t look beyond Faux leather. It's a petroleum-based product, which means it doesn't harm animals in producing this leather. Used for upholstery, automotive interiors and furniture upholstery, making its way to producing chairs, sofas, and headboards.

This type of leather is durable, waterproof, scratch proof and skin-friendly. Since it's made from petroleum, it's a cheaper alternative to animal-made leather.