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How to Tell If a Leather Couch is Real Or Faux It can be difficult to determine if are buying a genuine leather couch due to inaccurate product descriptions and price tags It is important to get close and personal with the couch smell feel and turn over a cushion to examine the fabric For example a leather couch CHOICE tested had upholstered contact areas such as the seats and armrests in genuine leather while non contact areas were a mix of cotton and polyester coated 1 Smell A real leather couch should smell rich natural and luxurious Faux leather however often smells chemically processed and synthetic If your couch is smelling bad it could be due to urine from pets In the majority of instances a thorough cleaning will remove any smell If you are not satisfied with the results of your cleaning you can apply a leather conditioner This will restore the moisture to the leather and make it soft less brittle and more resistant to odors You can also make use of an organic odor eliminator like baking soda to eliminate unpleasant odors from your sofa Mix equal parts of vinegar and water Use a microfiber cloth to wipe your leather couch If the cloth begins to collect dirt you can wring it out or swap for an alternative You can also spray the solution on your couch Let the solution dry before wiping again Airing out your leather is another way to remove odors Set the couch in a sunlit area to air out This will eliminate any unpleasant odors and give it an aroma that is fresh and natural If you want to avoid unpleasant odors you can purchase a leather conditioner that is made up of healthy oils This will prevent your leather from soaking up odors and keep it smelling good for a longer time Although the smell of natural leather is appealing but it can be difficult to maintain Over time leather may absorb odors such as those from cooking smoking and even body smell These odors can be hard to eliminate especially when you have children or pets Fortunately real leather couches dont hold these odors like fabric upholstery and are a good choice for households with active families If your couch smells like an odor of a dog that has peed on it its important to address the issue immediately You can try a few of the suggestions above or you can try a specific product like Leather Honey to address the issue Prevention is the best option but be sure to teach your dog not to pee on the couch 2 Feel free to contact us with any questions There are some clues to look for when shopping for leather furniture but the most reliable method to determine if its genuine is to touch it and smell it Real leather has a distinct natural scent that is recognizable This aroma can dull as time passes but it is impossible to miss it when the couch is brand new A genuine leather sofa should also feel soft to the touch and warm to the Leathers made of faux and bonded tend to be colder and have a the impression of plastic To test gently press your fingers to the couchs surface and feel for bumps If there arent any bumps on the couch it is likely fauxleather or bonded If you notice vertical seams stitched on the back of the sofa its another sign of a fake leather couch with chaise means that the leather isnt one piece Genuine leather couches are characterized by this The quality of the frame of leather couches can have a significant impact on its life span however its not always clear To make sure youre buying a sofa which will last inquire about the type of wood is used to construct the frame Solid oak frames are the most durable but theyre also the most expensive Particle board or engineered frames are less durable To ensure durability wood frames should be kiln dried to stop the growth of mildew and warping If youre shopping for a price that isnt too expensive There are plenty of affordable genuine leather sofas you can still fall in love with For example the Room Board Stevens Leather Sofa is a stylish and versatile choice thats frequently on sale and can be easily customized to match your home Another budgetfriendly option is LaZBoy Gather Manual Reclining Sofa that is classic in design and comes in a variety of faderesistant fabric This modular sofa is somewhat difficult to put together at home and the back cushions tend to slide down 3 Backing Real leather couches are an exception to other types of upholstery Leather sofas are extremely durable and resist wear and tear much more than fabric making them last for years to come They are also less likely to attract dust allergens or spills However as with anything else in life there are some pitfalls when it comes to purchasing a leather couch and its important to know what to look out for prior to making your final decision If youre unsure whether your new couch is made of fabric or leather it is best to first look at the tag that identifies the material on the frame This will inform you exactly what kind of material it is But you should use your own senses to make the right choice if you dont discover any information regarding the materials used to make the sofa A key indicator is to take a closer look at the surface of the couch and look at the texture shading and patterns in greater detail Genuine leather couches will have natural imperfections and the structure pattern or shading wont be consistent If the surface of a couch appears smooth and uniform or shows a meshlike back instead of coarse suede its an obvious sign that its fake or synthetic leather Another test to take is to examine the back of the cushion casing If it has an unstitched vertical seam on the back of the cushion its an indication that its not authentic leather This is due to the fact that animal hides are limited in size and can be cut only to a certain degree To ensure the highest quality of their products toprated manufacturers will always stitch and sew throughout the back of a couch to ensure that its genuinely leather and not bonded or faux leather If you can attempt to lift a corner of the sofa or a cushion and look at the back of the cushion If the back of the padding is coated with an woven fabric or covered in polyurethane this is another indication that the couch is not genuine leather Genuine leather should feel sturdy and coarse when touched 4 Patterns A leather sofa is a classic and for good reason The soft natural design and feel can add a touch of class to any living room A modern tanning procedure gives it added durability so that it resists cracking or sliding Because each hide has distinctive patterns grain and blemishes every leather couch is unique The best way to know whether the leather youre purchasing is genuine is to look at it closely For a better understanding of authenticity examine the surface texture patterns structure and pattern If the structure of the leather is uniform and there arent any obvious blemishes on the surface then its likely to be fake or bonded Another sign of a dead sofa is a polyurethane backing on the back of the sofa This is a common characteristic of the bonded leather Genuine leather will appear more natural and will be backed with materials that closely match the fabric used in making furniture Lastly look at the back of the couch for two or three stitched vertical seams This is an indication of a highquality piece of leather that has been designed to last On the other the other hand if you notice no seams and the couchs back appears like a single piece of cloth its likely a fake or leather couch that has been bonded Once youve determined that a sofa is genuine leather the next step is to match it with the rest of your living room furniture To create a clean coordinated style pair your couch with other wooden furniture and line it with pillows that match the colors in your living space Or you can opt for a fluid acoustic layout by placing your couch against other furniture pieces and placing the addition of a coffee table Keep your leather sofa from direct sunlight to avoid it fading or forming scratches And if you want to safeguard your investment by extending its lifespan consider applying a leather protection product every two or three times a year