Leather vs. Fabric Sofa: Which is the Better Choice?
The right sofa sets the tone of your home space. As we enter the living room, the couch is the first piece of furniture to attract our eyes, so it’s important to pick one that is representative of the look and feel of your home. Most will go back and forth with either choosing a leather or fabric sofa. We’ve compared both types in terms of comfort, style, value, and durability.
Comfort
We don’t just use the sofa when there are guests at our home. When working from home during this Covid season, many have probably found ourselves working on the sofa. The sofa is also where we spend time with our family during movie marathons and game nights. This makes comfort the most important aspect when choosing to buy a sofa.
Assuming that the support frames and cushion softness are standard, fabric sofa typically makes for a more comfortable sofa compared to leather textiles. As leather absorbs heat, they make for a sticky and uncomfortable feeling during hot days.
Style
Our second point depends on your personal taste and preference. In general, fabric sofa has a wider variety in terms of colour which can give off a cottage core look, or a vibrant, psychedelic effect. Meanwhile, leather sofas typically give off a sleek and classic appearance with minimal options in colours and material.
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Value
At the end of your purchasing journey, you’ll ask yourself “Which option will give me the most out of my money?”. As with most furniture, premium quality will be more expensive upfront. Additionally, it’s important to note that lower quality sofas may be cheap and may not last as long which may be more expensive in the long run.
Durability & Maintenance
With time, the wear and tear of your sofa are inevitable, especially if you have young kids and pets. Higher quality fabrics come with a stain-resistant finish to prevent unavoidable messes.
Leather is naturally more durable than fabric. With proper care, they can last for decades. Additionally, leather is waterproof and will usually only require a wipe when accidents happen. However, you need to apply some treatment over time to prevents cracks in the leather.
On another note, leathers are hypoallergenic which makes them great for those with allergies and respiratory diseases. As dead skin cells, dust mites, and bacteria accumulate on the surface of your sofa every day, cleaning professionals recommend deep cleaning your sofa every 6-12 months.
