Everything You Need to Know About Leather Furniture
With a name synonymous with luxury and as experts of high-end top quality furniture, Colorado Style Home Furnishings hand-selects only the most beautiful craftsmanship from across the globe. We offer hundreds of options of luxurious leather fine furniture pieces and our experienced design team is always on hand to help you create a home you’ll love. We believe nothing adds richness to a room like leather.
Timeless materials create elegant interiors that are warm, welcoming and a place that everyone wants to spend time in. Each leather piece is unique and different, making leather furniture a stylish one of a kind addition to any living room, dining room, bedroom or home office.
Encompass a sophisticated, relaxed, and cozy haven in your home for your friends and family. Creating a living room that is comfortable and enduring requires inviting furnishings and thoughtful material choices. As one of the most versatile, stylish, and durable natural materials, leather is an inspired choice for adding texture and depth to your decor. Whether your home is modern, contemporary, or traditional, a leather sofa or leather sectional can provide both style and functionality in your living room.
How To Choose the Perfect Leather Sofa
One of the most notable furniture pieces in your living room and your entire home is your choice of a sofa. Your couch makes a significant impact on the aesthetic of your living room and creates a focal point. As the meeting point between entertainment and relaxation, the perfect sofa should unite all of your design elements and furniture pieces to create a warm and welcoming ambiance.
At Colorado Style Home Furnishings, we source only the highest-quality fine furniture from expert craftsmen to make the search for the perfect sofa stress-free and simple. Your living room sofa should not only be beautiful to look at, but also durable, comfortable and practical. Investing in a high-quality, luxury sofa can provide your family with many years of style and comfort. As with any luxury furniture pieces, it’s important to choose your sofa material thoughtfully and search for the highest level of craftsmanship you can find.
If you’re looking for a stylish sofa that will last for many years, leather is an inspired choice. Whether you desire a classic sofa, a modern sectional, or a charming occasional chair, leather allows you to express your individuality and style. A leather sofa or leather sectional is an easy way to create a personalized space with plenty of character since every piece of leather is as unique as you are. From luxury top-grain leather to chic embossed leather and buttery soft suede, there’s endless leather options to fit the unique and exact look for your home.
The Major Advantages of Leather
Leather Ages Beautifully.
Genuine leather is exceptionally durable and can last many years if taken care of correctly. In fact, leather is one of the few materials that becomes more beautiful over time. High-quality leather is both flexible and tough, so it stretches to accommodate use while also retaining its shape.
Leather Is Hypoallergenic.
Genuine leather is hypoallergenic, due to its resistance to common allergens such as pet dander and dust mites. This makes it the ideal choice for people with allergies and sensitive skin.
Leather Is Family Friendly
High-quality authentic leather is often thick and hardwearing, making it resilient against active children and curious pets. Leather does not absorb animal odors, nor can it be penetrated by animal hair — making it an excellent choice for homes with fuzzy furry friends.
Leather Is Breathable.
Natural leather is highly breathable. This means it will adjust to your body temperature — providing you optimal comfort in all seasons. Genuine leather is inviting and cozy, not cold.
Leather Is Unique.
If you want to add texture and character to your living space, leather is a wonderful choice. As leather is a natural product, the grain pattern and color often vary from hide to hide. Each hide of genuine leather tells a story with its unique qualities and distinct features.
Types of Leather
The single most important consideration to make when purchasing top quality leather fine furnishings is the type of leather you prefer. Although all genuine leather is made from hide, where the hide is sourced from and how it’s processed can greatly affect the look and feel of the final leather product.
Full Aniline Leather. Full aniline leather is renowned as one of the finest leathers available. The term “full aniline” refers to the type of dyeing and finishing that’s used on the leather. Only the most exquisite full-grain leathers can be used for full-aniline treatment; therefore, full-aniline leather is always and only made from premium hides. Although it’s a little more expensive than other types of leather, this process results in the softest and most natural looking leather available. Due to its unique nature, full aniline leather often has subtle color changes or shading differences between each hide.
Nubuck Leather. Nubuck leather is high A-quality, top-grain leather that has been sanded or buffed. It has a velvety, suede-like feel; however, it’s much more durable than suede as it is sourced from the top grain of the hide. A beautifully soft leather, nubuck is more prone to fading than other leathers, which will always add to its beauty with more depth and character.
Pigmented Leather. Pigmented leather features a surface layer of colored pigment that gives the leather a uniform appearance. In addition, pigmented leather also has a protective topcoat, so it’s less likely to fade or stain. Pigmented leather offers excellent durability and requires minimal maintenance. Pigmented leather is a more affordable alternative to other leather options.
Quality Leather Sofa Craftsmanship
Choosing the Perfect Leather
Sofa Size
When deciding on the perfect sofa for your home, it’s important that it complements and fits your space. A smaller intimate living room would be best suited to a smaller love seat or sofa. For a larger grand living room, consider a beautiful fine leather sectional. It’s essential that you consider the logistics of placing your new leather sofa in your home, so be sure to measure your space accurately — including your doorways. For reference, a standard three-person sofa generally measures between 70 inches and 87 inches, with most averaging 84 inches. Ultimately, the size of your space will determine the size and style of your perfect leather sofa.
Sectional Leather Sofas
A leather sectional is extremely versatile, as it allows you to choose from many configuration options. Leather sectionals can optimize the available space in your home and create an open-concept feel that is inviting and welcoming. A leather sectional is always a luxurious addition to any home when curled up watching your favorite television show or enjoying time spent with family and friends. Sectionals also create a great conversation area that feels warm and always inclusive.
Leather Sofas Styles
Whether you’re looking for a traditional living room style or one with a more contemporary flair, there is plenty of design flexibility when looking for a leather sofa, loveseat, chair or sectional. Whether you choose two three-seater leather sofas, a loveseat, a sectional or stylish leather occasional chairs, the options are endless. You can always create a cozy space by adding dimension to open floor plans.
For example, contemporary living room decor has sleeker lines, more daring shapes and can add new life into your living room decorating ideas. A contemporary look makes a bold statement without being overstated.
The traditional living room style offers a combination of classic furniture designs and casual décor. It includes several design elements, utilizing cozy warm colors and symmetrical lines.
Mountain Modern beautifully blends contemporary elements with a rustic casual feel.
Hair on Hide leathers offer a unique texture in unexpected styles and palettes.
Shearling provides a tactile appeal and a natural softness that cannot be matched by synthetic materials.
Embossed leathers have been “stamped” under extreme heat and pressure with a pattern or print to add character.
If you’re looking for high-quality leather furniture for your home, be sure to ask about Colorado Style Home Furnishings complimentary design services. We can help make your house into a beautiful home. Colorado Style Home Furnishings design experts are always on hand to offer advice and help you create a beautiful home that you can truly enjoy.
Leather Care For Natural Leathers
These Leather Care products are specifically formulated for natural leathers. Learn how to use our Cleaners, Primers and Protectors that all work together to help shield and care for your leather investment and keep it beautiful for years to come.