Clarino facts for kids

Clarino (クラリーノ, Kurarino) is a special type of artificial leather. It's a brand name from a company called Kuraray. This material is used in many everyday items. You can find it in clothes, bags, shoes, and even furniture. It's also used in some electronic gadgets.

Clarino feels soft and flexible, much like real leather. It's made from tiny synthetic fibers woven together in a special way. These fibers create a non-woven fabric. This fabric has tiny holes, so it can breathe, just like natural leather.

Why Clarino is Special

Clarino has some cool features that make it different from natural leather.

• It can be washed without losing its softness. This is a big advantage, especially for things that might get wet.
• It's often used for items like riding saddles, where getting wet is common.
• Some types of Clarino look like shiny "patent leather" shoes. They stay glossy without needing polish.
• Clarino can also be made to look and feel like suede, another type of leather.

How Clarino is Made

Making Clarino involves a clever process developed in 1964.

• It starts with a mix of nylon and polypropylene fibers. These are blended together very carefully.
• The blended fibers are then cut into tiny pieces.
• Next, the nylon part is treated in a special way.
• The fibers then soak up a sponge-like material called polyurethane.
• This process helps the non-woven fabric and the soft binder form at the same time. This is what gives Clarino its unique feel and strength.

Where Clarino is Used

Clarino is a popular material for many products.

• It's used in different kinds of garments and accessories.
• Many bags and shoes are made with Clarino because it's durable and easy to care for.
• You might even find it in furniture or parts of consumer electronics.
• For example, the Mitre Revolve football is made from Clarino. This shows how tough and reliable the material is.

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