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Sandy’s FAQ: Why Buy Leather?

June 27, 2012

Sandy’s FAQ: Why Buy Leather?

Leather has properties that make it durable, cleanable, and its beauty improves with age.  There’s no better investment for furniture since leather, on average lasting four times longer than fabric.

Leather will not tear not crack or peel; instead it stretches and becomes better with age.

Leather is designed to age well, and can easily be well maintained by cleaning with a damp cloth and applying a cleaner and conditioner to extend the life of the product.

When leather is dyed colors are absorbed by the leather so they will not rub off or fade.

Leather is fire resistant and emits no toxic fumes, even when exposed to intense heat.

Leather’s natural breathable quality makes it warm in the winter and cool in the summer.  Leather can assume body temperature rapidly and become immediately comfortable.

Leather is also organic material.  Like all organic products, the more natural and untreated, the softer the hand and more characteristics you may see.

A leather hide reflects it’s natural origins and the path from its creation to your home. Markings such as scars, wrinkles, and grain variations, add character and individuality to your furniture and will show you that your leather is of the top quality level.