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details >With the right TLC, leather furniture can last for a very long time. Many people love the timeless character of leather, which only grows more beautiful as it ages. We even offer protected leathers that have a uniform appearance and keep a consistent look over time. We also provide a ton of colors and characters for you to choose from.
The best leather furniture is made from entire hides; it’s what’s often referred to as “genuine leather.” It can take as many as seven hides to make a leather sectional, and we cut and color-blend every hide by hand.
When you see terms like this, you’re not getting the highest quality available:
“Top grain” sounds like it means “the best,” but in terms of leather, that’s not necessarily true.
Which is better? It depends on what you prefer. Some people love that natural, one-of-a-kind look, but other people prefer something with a more consistent appearance.
Yes! A hide is as unique as the animal it came from, and just like the rings and markings on a tree show what happened during its lifetime, an animal’s hide tells a story. Marks like scars, wrinkles, bug bites, and other natural markings can be enhanced by dyes.
You may also notice multiple textures on the same hide: your leather sofa can be smooth like a baseball in one place and look pebbly like a basketball in another.
Full-grain, aniline-dyed leathers will show more of those markings and color variations, and some people absolutely love the way they look. If you don’t, then look for top-grain pigmented leather.
These terms refer to the way the leather is dyed:
How does that help you choose the right material for your leather recliner? Think of it this way:
To learn more about how to find the right leather for your lifestyle, check out our leather digital magazine and take the leather quiz.
Air from inside a cushion can escape through a fabric's fibers when you sit; not so with leather. Sewing a denim panel to the underside of leather cushions allows air to escape and gives your cushions that sink-in feeling.
Loose leather back cushions can sometimes fall over if they’re not held up. Hook-and-loop tape secures them to the back of the sofa, so you’re not constantly having to stand them up.
Leather is really durable and lasts for a long time with the right kind of care. Here are a few tips:
For even more leather care tips, watch our Leather Dos and Don’ts video.
Need one-on-one help choosing leather furniture? Visit a Design Center or click Designer Chat—we’re happy to help!