Faux Leather Shoes Peeling. Faux leather is a less expensive, more durable synthetic alternative to real leather. Sand in tight circles and be sure to apply plenty of pressure to the shoe.
My shoes are made of the common fake leather material which is fabric with some top coat on it that makes it appear leather like. Sand the top and sides of the shoes wherever you note flakes. Pu leather, or polyurethane leather, is an artificial leather made of thermoplastic polymer used for making furniture or shoes.
No, you can't add new leather to a shoe, but you may be able to do a fix to keep wearing a shoe.
How can i fix peeling faux leather (on shoes)? Faux leather is one of several names given to artificial or synthetic leather. Remove the peeling faux leather using a razor blade and your fingers. When the leather peels, it is usually the finish and/or color that starts to come off.