Faux fur accessories such as toss pillows, blankets and pelts are typically backed with fabrics such as cotton or polyester.

How does the polar bear survive permanently sub-zero temperatures, in one of the most climatically inhospitable environments on the planet? Its fur hides an antifreeze: a mix of fatty substances ...

Real versus faux fur? Real throws are created from animal hides and then backed with a fabric liner while faux fur is made to mimic the look but are created from fibers. Typically, neither option ...