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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:   ....

5 Sofas Available NOW for Christmas Delivery

We are just a few weeks away from Christmas, and if you have been searching for in-stock furniture, you may have experienced long delays or out of stock merchandise across the board.  At Willis Furniture, we have many items in our showroom that are in stock and can be arranged for immediate local delivery.  We have marked these items on our floor with red tags to make it easy for you to see what is available.  Please come in and visit us this weekend to take advantage of this opportunity.  W ....

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 ....

The Santa Fe Sofa

A comfortable classic, the Santa Fe Sofa offers the Stickley construction features you love with unique details. Basketweave embossed leather is accented with nailhead trim for a distinct look. The frame is built from premium American hardwoods, the suspension is true 8-way hand-knotted for a support unlike any other, the cushions provide a sitting experience that defines comfort and the leather is top-grain. Made in America at Stickley Fine Upholstery in Archdale, North Carolina. Stickle ....