Leather, synthetic or other: which BIRKENSTOCK material?<\/h1>\n

Quick answer<\/h2>\n

BIRKENSTOCK comes in several materials. Which lasts longest?<\/p>\n

Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Material<\/th>\n	Property<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Cuir naturel<\/td>\n	Durable, patina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Daim<\/td>\n	Durable, patina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birko-Flor (synthetique)<\/td>\n	Durable, patina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EVA<\/td>\n	Durable, patina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Shearling<\/td>\n	Durable, patina<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n Practical rules<\/h2>\n \n Leather & suede: breathable, needs care.<\/li>\n Synthetic: light, easy, cheaper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \n Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n Does leather BIRKENSTOCK last longer than synthetic?<\/h3>\n Yes generally, with care.<\/p>\n Is synthetic cheaper?<\/h3>\n Yes, synthetic versions are cheaper.<\/p>\n How to care for suede?<\/h3>\n Suede brush after drying.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n