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Leather isn’t just stylish; it’s a timeless, versatile, and long-lasting material.
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Its truly our best overall pick for most homes.
After testing for years, this couch ages like fine wine.
Regarding comfort, the seats are firmer, while the back cushions are more plush.
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Overall, this is a gorgeous leather sofa made with quality.
Its firm yet comfortable and comes in a variety of sizes, which we love.
We do wish the square armrests had more cushioning, as they are extremely hard and not nap-friendly.
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However, that narrative ended for us when we tested theSimpli Home Morrison Sectional.
Plus it only took us 10 minutes to assemble.
This sofa has held its gorgeous leather with no wear or tear.
Unlike other sofas in this guide, you could pick from six-leg finishes, split between wood and metal.
And no need to worry about setting up your couch around a wall outlet.
With a modern twist, this sofa is designed with a built-in USB charger.
Which we found to be super convenient.
As far as comfort, the sofa is firm yet comfortable, and has a soft leather feel.
Overall, this modern mid-century sofa is a great choice for those who want a bit of customization.
Its the perfect couch for an apartment and formal living room because its lightweight, comfortable and looks nice.
Its a great starter sofa for a first home or apartment.
The quality of this couch is evident at first glance.
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The material is quite soft and pleasant, without being overly thick or stiff.
There’s plenty of room to lie down and nap or lounge while watching TV.
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That said, we suspect it’ll only get more inviting with time.
We also liked the comfortable seat height, making it easy to sit down and get up from.
The top-grain leather looks and feels very high quality, and we found it very easy to maintain.
They’re thick and supportive, and we definitely expect them to soften over time.
We’re also huge fans of the wide and low armrests.
However, the sofa’s overall dimensions may not be ideal for everyone.
We found converting the sofa to a bed and vice versa incredibly easy.
However, scratches tend to be a problem with leather sofas.
Its safe to say Allform makesleather sofas pets cant destroy.
While testing, we found the sofa to be very comfortable yet firm.
The cushions are also soft, but its leather material makes them slippery.
If youre looking for something more plush and deep seated, this isnt the couch for you.
Instead, we recommend our most comfortable pick, theSimpli Home Morrison Sectional.
Full-grain leather is considered the highest quality leather.
Its durable and retains many of the leathers natural characteristics.
Youll notice that full-grain leather sofas age like fine wine and develop the natural wrinkles and creases of leather.
However, its leather thats been altered and sanded for a smoother, more polished finish.
Its still durable but wont develop as much natural patina.
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Bonded leather is the least durable option.
Split-grain leatheris made from the lower layer of the leather.
The better quality the frame, the more supportive and long-lasting it is.
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You may also find some metal frame options while shopping online.
These can also be long-lasting and durable.
Comforting and Cushioning FIll
Leather sofas are known to be more solid and upright and less loungey.
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But whether you prefer firm yet comfortable seating, the comfort and cushioning fill are both personal preferences.
The cushions fill also affects the sofas overall comfort.
Or, maybe you want to fill your large living room.
Some leather types are more forgiving than others, but regular care is essential.
Care can include rotating your cushions,annual conditioning, and spot cleaning.
We recommend purchasing a leather sofa thats high-performance and fade-resistant.
Their slick surface may cause throw pillows and blankets to slip, requiring careful placement and consideration.
To prevent slippage, avoidthrow pillowsmade from smooth fabrics like satin or certain polyester blends.
Or, tuck the material in between cushions to keep it in place while you’re not using it.
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This article was written byKenedee Fowler, a writer specializing in home products.
Kenedee has written within the home vertical for over three years.
After nearly 10 years, both top-grain leather sofas are still holding up nicely in Kenedees childhood home.
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