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Leather Sofa?

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OffredsNose · 01/01/2023 18:25

DH wants a leather sofa because of the dog. I think they look old fashioned? Can they ever look modern?

YABU - nothing wrong with a leather suite
YANBU - they look minging

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Zanatdy · 01/01/2023 19:52

I don’t like them as they are cold but we got one when DS2 was a baby as he vomited a lot. Laminate floor and leather sofa. It saved us, but now I always buy fabric. I have a dog too, and if you get a dark one it’s fine. And my dog is the king of mud. I wouldn’t get another

RuthW · 01/01/2023 19:51

I'd never have anything else. They always look good.

ChicagoBears · 01/01/2023 19:51

I’m going to switch from a fabric sofa to a leather vintage tan corner. It looks pretty modern but eye watering at 8k! Easier to clean with DC though.

RandomMess · 01/01/2023 19:50

I don't understand this "uncomfortable in every season" I've never found it too hot or cold to sit on but have found plenty of fabric ones itchy.

Feetupteashot · 01/01/2023 19:48

@DelphiniumBlue agree completely uncomfortable in every season. Dogs shouldn't be on sofa anyway

HomeAGnome · 01/01/2023 19:44

I've had mine for at least 17 years.i clean it with saddle soap twice a year and it looks better everytime & really comfortable
It cost a bloody fortune though. , I wouldn't make that sort of investment for my dog to sleep on it much as I love them

glamourousindierockandroll · 01/01/2023 19:32

I have one in chocolate brown. Bought it over ten tears ago when I was renting thinking it would always look neutral and wouldn't go saggy like fabric tends to over time.

I wasn't mad on it back then and I really don't like it now BUT indeed it has not sagged and is extremely practical with young children. I'd like to change it when my youngest starts school.

TheHauntedPencilCase · 01/01/2023 19:22

I've only ever had one material sofa, I really dislike them and they don't seem to last very long tbh and aren't practical with kids and pets. People I know with material seem to be switching them every 5 years whereas I've has sofas that have lasted over 20 years. What do you mean by modern? I think it depends oj the style rather than the material.

ThinWomansBrain · 01/01/2023 19:01

depends on the shape/style - and quality of the leather.
I had a fabulous Ikea one for years - I got rid of it to get a sofa bed, and really regret it.

Merryoldgoat · 01/01/2023 19:00

www.dfs.co.uk/stage/sta37rncb

I have this. It’s comfy, and very easy to keep clean

RandomMess · 01/01/2023 18:59

loaf.com/listings/sofas/leather-sofas

Canuckduck · 01/01/2023 18:56

I have two. We got them for practical reasons, dogs, kids etc.

Ours are kind of classic mid century look and a non shiny leather finish that is meant to wear a bit. They are super comfortable, warm etc and you don’t stick to them. They are easy to keep clean and can be repaired if necessary. 5 years old and still look great.

As an alternative you could get a modular style sofa with removable / replaceable covers.

thaisweetchill · 01/01/2023 18:55

Can't stand them sorry, I think they're so uncomfortable. This is probably because I grew up with leather sofas so I loathe them.

I find a material sofa much more warm and comfortable.

Sliversands · 01/01/2023 18:55

I have a leather sofa which is 20 years old!!! Was Italian leather and expensive at the time but is so comfy and is easy to clean. It's probably a bit worn now but I'm keeping it until I next move house. Friends have gone through 2 or 3 suites into he time I've had this and despite its age still is "modern"looking.

Wotwotwotwotwot · 01/01/2023 18:53

I love ours, it's so practical, just give it a hoover and wipe it down and it's good as new. I guess it looks quite old fashioned but we live in a 200 year old house so it fits in perfectly. I dont find it at all uncomfortable

vodkaredbullgirl · 01/01/2023 18:52

catinboots123 · 01/01/2023 18:50

Has anyone got any links to modern looking leather sofas?

I been to DFS, look on their website.

Original poster
OffredsNose · 01/01/2023 18:52

catinboots123 · 01/01/2023 18:50

Has anyone got any links to modern looking leather sofas?

Yes! Links to nice leather sofas would be great!

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vodkaredbullgirl · 01/01/2023 18:51

I have a leather sofa and have dogs, got throws on them. Just bought a new corner sofa with fabric, as the leather 1 is very old.

catinboots123 · 01/01/2023 18:50

Has anyone got any links to modern looking leather sofas?

RandomMess · 01/01/2023 18:49

Yes you can get ones with a mid century look that are modern, just wish I could afford one!!

EddietheEagle · 01/01/2023 18:48

I don't think they are modern anymore. Fabric sofas as in now. Leather ones are practical though I guess

cleowasmycat · 01/01/2023 18:48

I just got rid of my leather sofa. Too hard, not enough depth and ugly. I hated it. Just bought a fabric sofa from DFS and it's lush. I also have a fur bag pug.

thunderstruckk · 01/01/2023 18:43

Personally I think they're really old fashioned too! Also, why would leather be more dog friendly? Surely a fabric one that you can clean easily would be better, less dated (imo) and dog friendly. I've only seen leather sofas in peoples homes with cracks / wear patches / animal scratches on so I might be biased! Friends with dogs who have fabric sofas have ones that look better than those with dogs and leather sofas.

BlandSoup · 01/01/2023 18:41

They’re so cold and slippy! Awful to sit on.