When you see the variety of styles and textures of the
leather furniture popular at Roberts, you might wonder if this time-honored
tradition in upholstery is for you and your household. Below are some pros and
cons to consider. Leather furniture might not be what you think. You may be
pleasantly surprised. Or after some deliberation you might conclude fabric
upholstery for your living room furniture is the better way to go.
Some Leather Furniture Advantages
You might be in love with that leather power recliner on the
showroom floor. Here are a few reasons this upholstery choice isn’t a luxury
but eminently practical. Leather has been a favorite material since pre-history
because it WORKS. It LASTS. A leather chair will last up to FOUR TIMES longer
than one clothed in imitation leather! Leather is actually relatively easy to
maintain. With fabric sofas, you need to “strip them down” to give the
upholstery a wash now and then. With your leather loveseat, just wipe the
leather with mild soap and water, and apply leather conditioning cream
regularly, say, every four months, to keep it from drying out. Like a favorite
bomber jacket, your leather sofa can last longer than a lifetime if properly
cared for. That’s right: your new leather furniture can become heirlooms.
Worried about scratches? Don’t. With a bit of cream or polish, such blemishes come
right out of this thick, tough upholstery. Spills likewise are no biggie. Wipe
it off and you’re good to go. Ditto pet hair. And what’s even more appealing is
leather doesn’t start to smell, unlike fabric.
A Few Leather Furniture Drawbacks
Okay, let’s talk price: leather furniture is a costlier
initial outlay because you are buying superior quality. If you have young
children or large pets, you don’t want them jumping on your new leather
sectional while a sofa made of fabric cushions might be more tolerant of this
(ab)use. If the room is subject to extremes in temperature, you might find the
feel of leather furniture too cold in winter and hot in summer.
Whether your heart is set on supple, rich leather furniture
or not, our Hampton, VA store and other Roberts locations are ready to serve
you with high-end selection at the most competitive prices.
