When thinking about leather furniture, what words come to mind? Timeless? Authentic? Luxury? Unaffordable? When it comes to leather, people usually think it’s either a 1) dreamy luxury item or 2) impractical and unattainable. If you resonate with the latter, you may be missing out on arguably one of the smartest home interior investments that you could make. At Florida Leather Gallery, we’re here to show you how you can make your dream leather sofa a reality in your home. From functionality, to style, to versatility- leather is a smart investment for any home.
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Leather is an Heirloom-Quality Investment
Leather is four times more durable than fabric, so having pets and children around it is the least of your worries. Like fine wine, good leather furniture only gets better with age. Since leather is an all-natural material, it ages the same way natural elements do, and as it gets older, it can actually become more valuable as well. -
Leather Can Adapt to Any Climate
Only taking approximately 12 seconds to adjust to your body heat, the common misconception that leather is “cold” is simply untrue. Despite initially feeling cold to the touch, if your home is not heated, a leather sofa or chair will adjust to your body temperature once seated and will remain warm. During the summer months, if your home is climate controlled, you should have no problem feeling comfortable in your leather furniture year round. -
Leather is Stain-Resistant and Easy to Clean
Scared of spilling coffee or juice on a $6,000 fabric sofa, desk chair or loveseat? Before you know it, you’ve spent an hour trying to clean it before giving up and spending several hundred dollars getting it cleaned. Why invest in furniture that can easily be soiled, by a slip of the wrist? Leather furniture is the answer you’ve been looking for. While most stains are stubborn and hard to remove from fabric, leather best fulfills your protection needs without causing you to sacrifice the style and aesthetic you desire. -
Leather is Strong and Durable
When purchasing leather furniture, you’ll have confidence it can withstand the test of time. The leather’s natural oils will prevent cracking, fraying, and tearing along the seam lines. Typically lasting 15 to 20 years, it’s a sturdy choice that will help you host years worth of dinner parties, family game nights, and late night movie marathons – in style.
For more tips on how to construct your ideal living space or to view our showroom, don’t hesitate to stop by one of our five convenient Florida Leather Gallery locations today. We can help you decide for yourself in a consultation with one of our friendly and helpful leather experts. Visit one of our showrooms today!
