PU (Poly Urethane) Furniture/Sofa

[Thailaw]

I need a new sofa; the old one looks atrocious. I have found one that I like very much, but it is covered in "PU leather".  I have read that PU leather cracks and peels if left in the direct sun and heat.  I can avoid the direct sun, but heat in Thailand is pretty "normal" -- hard to avoid.  Does anyone have experience with PU leather furniture and how well it holds up in Thailand. Furniture that has been purchased here and not brought from another country would be preferred experience, but any real experience would be appreciated. I assume that if it is otherwise in good condition, recovering is an option when the PU leather is unsightly. If the useful life is 3 years or less, I think I am better off with real leather (at 3+ x the cost) or fabric. It is hard to find good quality sofas in Pattaya/Jomtien. Suggestions on good sofa shops would also be much appreciated.  Thanks a lot for any help/guidance.  TL

[scubascuba3]

I've been to many massage shops with PU leather armchairs and they are often cracked and pealing