Guide To Leather Sofas - 2
Usage
Consider who will be using the sofa. Do you have children that may spill things on it? Or pets that might stain it? If so, you will want to look for a leather sofa without as many curves with creases to make cleaning it easier.
How do you take care of your new leather sofa?
Caring for a leather sofa has become easier since the tanning processes have been advanced. No longer do you need special saddle soaps and oils to keep the leather soft and supple. Instead you can simply vacuum the sofa and wipe it clean with a clean, soft cloth. Blotting up spills with a dry cloth, just let it air-dry.
You should, however, be sure to set the leather sofa out of direct sunlight or heat. Both sunlight and heat can cause the color to fade and the leather to dry out making it crack. If you need to, you can protect the leather sofa with a furniture slipcover.
What terminology should you be familiar with?
Leather- any tanned hide or skin
Grain- the outer layer the hide that has the pores or wrinkles that create the pattern
Full top grain- hide which has only the hair removed; nothing is corrected, and the natural grain is left.
Aniline- a transparent dye which offers consistent color
Pure/full aniline leather- leather that is dyed only with aniline so imperfections are not hidden.
Semi-aniline dyed leather- the leather has the transparent dye and a slightly pigmented dye, which will offer consistent color and protect against wear and light; this type is not as soft.
Pigmented leather- leather that is aniline dyed and also given a heavy pigment and top coat that is buffed and embossed with a grain; this type breathes less but is more protected against light and dirt.
Split- the hide is split into separate layers; the bottom layer is "split grain," which can tear easier so it is used mostly for sides and backs, and the "top grain," which is the higher quality.
Tanning- treating the raw hide to make them soft and lasting.
Sanding/buffing- removing the grain, any scars, and blemishes to correct the look.
Patina- the luster formed from time and use
Full/natural grain- the untouched top grain
Suede- buffing to raise the fiber of the flesh side of the hide to create a velvety nap; not as durable
Bycast- polyurethane protective coating on split leather; offers high fashion look but it does not breathe.
Sauvage- similar colors are blended to create a stipple look that makes a textured look.
Leather/vinyl match- using leather on the seat area but vinyl on the sides and back to cut cost.
Leather sofas are wonderful choices for any home. With such a wide range of styles and the leathers long lasting durability, you can't go wrong buying a leather sofa.
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