A leather sofa is a stylish solution for most of rooms and it perfectly matches many modern décor styles. If you haven’t bought one yet and are going to weigh up the pros and cons before that, we are here to help you decide, here are some of them!
Pros
Leather sofas not as high maintenance as one would initially assume. With leather sofas, you just use a mild soap and water solution to wipe down the sofa, and use leather cream every few months to keep the leather at top quality. It’s also easy to wipe off pet fur as it doesn’t cling to the sofa.
If you spill something, all you have to do is wipe it down. With lighter colors of leather sofas, such as white or cream, you may still want to take care not to prevent staining when it comes to things such as red wine or curry.
A leather sofa doesn’t absorb smells the same way that a fabric sofa does. Good for if you have pets or for smokers.
Leather is a naturally thick, durable material. Any scratches to the leather can be obscured with some leather polish, and leather doesn’t fray.
A bold refined living room with a white leather and orange fabric sofa and a statement gallery wall that creates a mood.
A brown leather corner sofa used as a space divider for an open layout of a kitchen and a living room.
A brown leather Stockholm sofa by IKEA is a stylish statement for a modern living room.
A comfy amber leather sofa styled with knit and crochet pillows and blankets is very cozy and inviting.
A couple of amber leather sofas and navy chairs create a nice and welcoming conversation pit in mid-century modern style.
A dramatic living room with dark walls, a bold red leather sofa and a statement artwork that rocks.
A gorgeous contemporary living room with a black leather sofa, stacks of books, potted plants and a chic gallery wall.
A graphite grey leather sofa cover with white cushions is a perfect match for a Scandinavian interior.
A mid-century modern neutral living room with a brown leather corner sofa and matching Moroccan poufs.
A modern Scandinavian living room with a black leather sofa, a white leather ottoman and other black and white decor for a cohesive look.
A moody living room with black walls and light and warm colored furniture, an amber leather striped sofa.
Cons
The biggest deterrent for many people is the price. Though it’s value for money as they last longer, the initial cost of buying a leather sofa can be off-putting.
You may have children or pets that like to jump or play on the sofa. Leather sofas may be far less forgiving for rough-housing than “bouncier” upholstered fabric cushions.
If you’re not a fan of the feel of leather, don’t compromise on comfort and hope you’ll get used to it. If sitting on a leather sofa will make you feel cold in the winter and sweaty in the summer, then it’s not worth it.
Genuine leather isn’t all the same. You need to know what you’re looking for. Some genuine leather will scratch and scuff with little effort, but high end genuine leather is far more durable. There’s also less variety in terms of colors and patterns.
A refined living room with two mustard leather tufted sofas as the main pieces for a conversation space.
A relaxed boho space with a green leather couch, wooden furniture and potted greenery is welcoming and simple.
A Scandinavian living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden table on casters and a metal wire chair.
A stylish and refined living room with a black leather sofa, a red velvet ottoman and a wicker lounger.
A stylish contemporary and industrial living room accented with red bricks and an amber leather couch.
A stylish corner brown leather sofa with various pillows will become a staple of your living room.
A stylish eclectic living room with a green leather tufted sofa and a more neutral couch for a contrast.
A stylish modern and boho living room with a navy leather couch accessorized with various pillows.
A stylish modern living room with a black leather couch, a chic gallery wall and cool modern furniture around.
A stylish navy living room with a chocolate brown leather sofa and a chic gallery wall on ledges.
A timeless black and white space with a black leather Stockholm sofa on wooden legs looks cool.
A welcoming neutral living room with a brown leather sofa, a leather stool and a grey chair is cool and stylish.
An airy and chic living room done in neutrals with a bright amber leather sofa is very cool and welcoming.
An industrial space with a brown leather Stockholm sofa that brings style and a touch of chic and cool color.