6 Benefits of a Sofa by American Leather

Adding or replacing a sofa is one of the best ways to improve a room. In addition to providing comfortable seating, a living room sofa can be used for reading, resting and enjoying visits with family members and friends. More and more people are choosing leather over fabric sofas. Here are six of the top benefits of an American Leather sofa, along with some considerations and warnings.

1. Exceptional Durability and Long Lifespan

Probably the biggest advantage of American Leather sofas is that they’re made of material that’s naturally thick and durable. As a result, your leather sofa can last longer than a fabric one. In fact, a leather sofa can last ten to 15 years or longer if it’s maintained well.

For any scratches from pets, you can easily hide them by using leather polish. Also, consider that leather does not fray. Thus, even though leather sofas can cost more than fabric sofas, in the long run, you can save money as you won’t need to replace your sofa.

2. Easy Maintenance

One of the main reasons so many people prefer leather over an upholstered fabric sofa is because leather sofas are easier to maintain. Think about how fabric sofas need occasional washings so that they’re kept fresh. This entails unzipping the cushion covers and tossing them into a washing machine. Furthermore, sometimes, the zipper can get stuck when trying to remove a cushion.

However, with a leather sofa, you don’t have to worry about detaching sofa cushions. All you need is a mild, soapy water solution for wiping down your sofa. Do this about every few months to ensure your sofa lasts for a long time.

3. Odor Resistant

While fabric sofas absorb smells, this isn’t a problem with American leather sofas. Therefore, if you own pets, consider choosing a leather sofa. Besides being resistant to pet smells, leather can also resist smoke odors. This can be a big selling point if you’re a smoker.

4. More Hypo-Allergenic 

Another significant perk of leather over fabric is that it’s more hypo-allergenic. In other words, it’s better for your health. If you or someone in your home struggles with allergies, a sofa by American Leather is a good choice. This is because leather doesn’t trap harmful allergens, such as dust mites, pet dander and others as fabric sofas do. 

5. Maintains Their Shape

Often, upholstered fabric sofas lose their firmness and shape. But this isn’t a problem when you buy an American Leather sofa from our furniture stores in Sarasota. Your leather cushions will continue to feel as firm as they did when you first brought home your sofa. What’s more, the cushions don’t become distorted but keep their shape.

6. Looks Sleek and Classy

Along with all these benefits, American Leather sofas from our Sarasota furniture stores can add class and character to your home.  A new sofa by American Leather can give your living room an updated, classy appearance, making it appear modern and trendy. As a result, your home can look more high-end that the average living room.

Other Considerations and Warnings

• Since pet fur doesn’t cling to your leather sofa, you can easily remove it. All you need to do is brush it off.
• Leather is inherently water resistant. This also makes your sofa easier to clean.
• Unlike a fabric sofa, an American Leather sofa does not lose its color and fade.
• When deciding on a color for your sofa, choose one that isn’t just based on a whim or trend. Hence, select a color that you not only like but also a color that you can live with for many years.
• Be sure you try out a sofa before buying it. Test the back and cushions to see if they’re as firm or as soft as you want or need them to be.
• All leathers use water-based pigments, and we offer environmentally friendly leathers. Our innovative manufacturing techniques minimize the number of leather scraps, and like our wood scraps, any remaining leather scraps are either recycled or resold for the production of small leather goods.

Are you looking for a new leather sofa in Sarasota? Then look no further than Florida Leather Gallery, the leather authority of Southwest Florida. Here you can find the highest quality in furniture. Don’t hesitate to stop by one of our five convenient locations or contact us.