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Caring for Your New Leather

For beautiful furniture that lasts for generations, use the below list for the right way to care for your valued leather furniture.   • Read the product label and materials provided by the manufacturer.   • Position all leather furniture at least two feet from a heating source. Prolonged exposure to heat dries out leather.   • Leather upholstery fades when exposed to direct sunlight. Keeping leather furniture away from direct-light sources such as windows, skylights, and gla ....

A Lesson in Leather: What’s the Difference between Full-Grain and Top-Grain?

Leather is one of man’s earliest and most useful discoveries. Our ancestors used leather to protect themselves from the elements. Primitive man hunted wild animals for food, then made clothing, footwear and crude tents from the hides. Like then, hides used today are a by-product of the meat industry. Animals are raised for the meat, dairy and wool industries, not for their hides. Isn’t it amazing that we can take what is essentially a waste product and make it a useful and beautiful mater ....

Tips for Buying Leather Furniture

Just like any big life investment, purchasing leather furniture should require thoughtful consideration and planning. What room will it go in, and who will be using it? Does it need to stand up to a household of pets and kids, or are you looking for a living room showpiece? And what’s the style of your home? It’s important to ask yourself these questions so that you can hone in on exactly what you need before you start shopping.   There are two basic types of leather to consider:   ....

4 Reasons to Love Leather Furniture

1. Longevity Leather furniture is something you can enjoy for years to come if it is properly cared for.  Since leather is a natural product, aging brings out its natural patina making it even more beautiful over time. 2. A Smart Investment You don’t have to be rich to enjoy leather furniture – just smart. Since leather is a product that lasts four times longer than fabric, leather furniture is a great investment for your home that you can enjoy for many years to come. After all, don†....

Caring for Your New Leather

For beautiful furniture that lasts for generations, use the below list for the right way to care for your valued leather furniture.   • Read the product label and materials provided by the manufacturer.   • Position all leather furniture at least two feet from a heating source. Prolonged exposure to heat dries out leather.   • Leather upholstery fades when exposed to direct sunlight. Keeping leather furniture away from direct-light sources such as windows, skylights, and glas ....