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twalla · 07-10-2010, 09:31 AM

I have fabric in the living room and a denim couch in my back room.

Sweet Apple · 07-10-2010, 09:43 AM

I've only had leather couches for the past 10 or 15 years...Also have leather seats in my car...I find it cool in the summer, and warm in the winter...You can always clean up the occasional throw up, muddy feet, or even little blood spots...I highly recommend leather!!!

maybeiloveyou · 07-10-2010, 09:43 AM

Leather all the way for me. Doggy odors (and hair, if you have a heavily shedding breed) get stuck in fabric and are time-consuming to get rid of. As long as you keep your dog's nails trimmed then scratches shouldn't be a problem.

If your house stays relatively cool then sticky leather shouldn't be a problem. I love big comfy leather couches (like they have at Starbucks), I could lounge on one all day!

If you do get a fabric couch I would recommend getting covers because then it makes it a lot easier to clean up. The downside for me with that is more laundry (ugh) and I generally don't like the look of couch covers.

DvlshAngel985 · 07-10-2010, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by maybeiloveyou

Leather all the way for me. Doggy odors (and hair, if you have a heavily shedding breed) get stuck in fabric and are time-consuming to get rid of. As long as you keep your dog's nails trimmed then scratches shouldn't be a problem.

If your house stays relatively cool then sticky leather shouldn't be a problem. I love big comfy leather couches (like they have at Starbucks), I could lounge on one all day!

If you do get a fabric couch I would recommend getting covers because then it makes it a lot easier to clean up. The downside for me with that is more laundry (ugh) and I generally don't like the look of couch covers.

I love doing laundry! It's my weird obsession.

I don't know if the house we're thinking of moving to is hot or cool. My parents apt, where we currently are, stays very cool year round. I wear sweaters inside during the summer. The house doesn't have central air. My little bro who is moving with me already said no to leather couches.

chattiesmom · 07-10-2010, 09:47 AM

Our cream colored leather sofa and loveseat are about 10 years old and the favorite resting spot for our elderly Boxer, Boo as well as the Yorkies. With the exception of a few scratches - silly Boo - they are in great shape. They are very easy to clean (use Murphy's Oil Soap and a sponge).

There are different grades of leather and before I purchased one, I'd do some research, request to see a swatch of the leather that the manufacturer uses (aka color swatches) and purchase the best quality (not necessarily the most expensive) leather that you can afford.

Below is a picture of a "drawing" that my Chattie did several years ago. I call it Blue Ink Sketch on Leather Couch Canvas". The ink was a challenge to get out but with diligent scrubbing and a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser it came completely out. If it had just been me I would have left her drawing in place

but hubby found it distasteful.

maggiesmom_2007 · 07-10-2010, 10:13 AM

Wow I am not even in the market for new furniture but after this thread when I am I plan on getting leather. Thanks gals .

Darlin Beauxs · 07-10-2010, 11:00 AM

We bought new living room furniture this year..I liked the look of leather, but was worried about the scratches. The salesman said as long as you go with "top grain" leather, it will not scratch. he even demonstrated by letting me scratch a sofa

.

Due to cost, we compromised and bought a microfiber couch and love seat & a leather Lazyboy recliner. I like the microfiber because spills seem to "pool" on the fabric and it is super easy to wipe down. I love the look of my leather chair, it is not styled like a recliner, and it adds a bit of luxury to the room. We've had it for about 4 months and it is a favorite of Cooper's, and no scratches to date!

ritapatt · 07-10-2010, 11:27 AM

We have had leather couches for twelve years and it is just starting to wear BETWEEN the cushions- I didn't know much at the time but ALL leather is way better than "leather where the body touches". The tip about checking a sample for scratching is great. I've read that "bonded" leather is not that good... We got a darker color than I wanted but with 3 kids and two dogs I can't complain. If your furniture is going to recline I would look for a well known brand so your "mechinisms" don't break and the furniture stays sturdy.Leather is a little cool in winter but I just throw a blanket down for me and Ziva.

flafox67 · 07-10-2010, 11:32 AM

I've got leather and I don't think I'll ever go back to fabric.

DamSweet · 07-10-2010, 11:32 AM

Leather here also - 3 cats and 1 Yorkie (for now), and 1 grandson....will never go back to fabric. I have a small blanket/light comforter that I sometimes put on the seat just to be extra safe at times.

Wrenee4 · 07-10-2010, 11:47 AM

Leather it is then!!!

YEAH!!

I will make sure no bonded and leather all the way. Found one at Art Van we adored but didnt come in the color we wanted. Still looking

LDandPasquale · 07-10-2010, 12:01 PM

I have leather in the formal living room and microfiber in the family room. I actually like both to tell you the truth. The leather doesnt scratch at all...Pasquale sits on it to look out the bay window EVERY day.

If you do get the microfiber i would recommend getting the pre-treatment that they offer. It makes EVERYTHING really easy to clean!

I guess it just depends on what you really want.

Roxiesmama · 07-10-2010, 12:58 PM

I've had leather couches since I moved out of my parents house, and I love them! They are comfy, easy to clean, and long-lasting. Roxie is allowed on the furniture and she hasn't scratched or torn the leather yet. I will never go back to fabric couches!

twalla · 07-10-2010, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

Our cream colored leather sofa and loveseat are about 10 years old and the favorite resting spot for our elderly Boxer, Boo as well as the Yorkies. With the exception of a few scratches - silly Boo - they are in great shape. They are very easy to clean (use Murphy's Oil Soap and a sponge).

There are different grades of leather and before I purchased one, I'd do some research, request to see a swatch of the leather that the manufacturer uses (aka color swatches) and purchase the best quality (not necessarily the most expensive) leather that you can afford.

Below is a picture of a "drawing" that my Chattie did several years ago. I call it Blue Ink Sketch on Leather Couch Canvas". The ink was a challenge to get out but with diligent scrubbing and a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser it came completely out. If it had just been me I would have left her drawing in place

but hubby found it distasteful.

oh my gosh, I cannot believe hubby found it distasteful. That looks like Chattie has a real *touch* for art.

yorkie_mama22 · 07-10-2010, 01:28 PM

We have a suede sectional that I purchased only 3 years ago. I hate to say it but it is pretty much RUINED! Having kids and dogs on it, it is so hard to clean. I had even purchased the special stuff they put on to help with stains which it never did. My ottoman is totally ruined, I have tried steaming and washing and none of the stains will come out. My couch I take the cushion covers off and wash them but still it's horrible. I hate fabric!!

I've bee ntrying to convince hubby to get a new leather couch but he thought the dogs would ruin it too! I am showing him this thread because I want a new couch!

07-10-2010, 09:31 AM	#16
twalla I ♥ my Furheathens Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: VAN ALSTYNE Posts: 8,226	I have fabric in the living room and a denim couch in my back room. __________________ Twalla & The Furheathens

07-10-2010, 09:47 AM	#20
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	Leather Our cream colored leather sofa and loveseat are about 10 years old and the favorite resting spot for our elderly Boxer, Boo as well as the Yorkies. With the exception of a few scratches - silly Boo - they are in great shape. They are very easy to clean (use Murphy's Oil Soap and a sponge). There are different grades of leather and before I purchased one, I'd do some research, request to see a swatch of the leather that the manufacturer uses (aka color swatches) and purchase the best quality (not necessarily the most expensive) leather that you can afford. Below is a picture of a "drawing" that my Chattie did several years ago. I call it Blue Ink Sketch on Leather Couch Canvas". The ink was a challenge to get out but with diligent scrubbing and a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser it came completely out. If it had just been me I would have left her drawing in place but hubby found it distasteful. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

07-10-2010, 10:13 AM	#21
maggiesmom_2007 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,991 Blog Entries: 13	Wow I am not even in the market for new furniture but after this thread when I am I plan on getting leather. Thanks gals . __________________ Lori, Friday, Olivia, Miranda , Chanel and Casey

07-10-2010, 11:32 AM	#24
flafox67 YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Tallahassee, FL, USA Posts: 253	I've got leather and I don't think I'll ever go back to fabric. __________________ * Debra, Mom to Sophie and Jacie *

07-10-2010, 11:32 AM	#25
DamSweet Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Erie, PA, USA Posts: 1,236 Blog Entries: 1	Leather here also - 3 cats and 1 Yorkie (for now), and 1 grandson....will never go back to fabric. I have a small blanket/light comforter that I sometimes put on the seat just to be extra safe at times. __________________ Proud member of the CrAzYcLuB Donna......owned by Bridget and Greta (and wouldn't have it any other way!)

07-10-2010, 09:43 AM	#17
Sweet Apple Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston, Texas USA Posts: 2,473	I've only had leather couches for the past 10 or 15 years...Also have leather seats in my car...I find it cool in the summer, and warm in the winter...You can always clean up the occasional throw up, muddy feet, or even little blood spots...I highly recommend leather!!!

07-10-2010, 09:43 AM	#18
maybeiloveyou YT Addict Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 257	Leather all the way for me. Doggy odors (and hair, if you have a heavily shedding breed) get stuck in fabric and are time-consuming to get rid of. As long as you keep your dog's nails trimmed then scratches shouldn't be a problem. If your house stays relatively cool then sticky leather shouldn't be a problem. I love big comfy leather couches (like they have at Starbucks), I could lounge on one all day! If you do get a fabric couch I would recommend getting covers because then it makes it a lot easier to clean up. The downside for me with that is more laundry (ugh) and I generally don't like the look of couch covers.

07-10-2010, 11:00 AM	#22
Darlin Beauxs Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Monroe, La, Us Posts: 1,326 Blog Entries: 1	We bought new living room furniture this year..I liked the look of leather, but was worried about the scratches. The salesman said as long as you go with "top grain" leather, it will not scratch. he even demonstrated by letting me scratch a sofa . Due to cost, we compromised and bought a microfiber couch and love seat & a leather Lazyboy recliner. I like the microfiber because spills seem to "pool" on the fabric and it is super easy to wipe down. I love the look of my leather chair, it is not styled like a recliner, and it adds a bit of luxury to the room. We've had it for about 4 months and it is a favorite of Cooper's, and no scratches to date!

07-10-2010, 11:27 AM	#23
ritapatt YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Merritt Island,FL Posts: 1,400	We have had leather couches for twelve years and it is just starting to wear BETWEEN the cushions- I didn't know much at the time but ALL leather is way better than "leather where the body touches". The tip about checking a sample for scratching is great. I've read that "bonded" leather is not that good... We got a darker color than I wanted but with 3 kids and two dogs I can't complain. If your furniture is going to recline I would look for a well known brand so your "mechinisms" don't break and the furniture stays sturdy.Leather is a little cool in winter but I just throw a blanket down for me and Ziva.

07-10-2010, 11:47 AM	#26
Wrenee4 YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Michigan Posts: 2,048	Leather it is then!!! YEAH!! I will make sure no bonded and leather all the way. Found one at Art Van we adored but didnt come in the color we wanted. Still looking __________________ ~Wendy~

07-10-2010, 12:01 PM	#27
LDandPasquale YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Massachusetts/Florida Posts: 2,614	I have leather in the formal living room and microfiber in the family room. I actually like both to tell you the truth. The leather doesnt scratch at all...Pasquale sits on it to look out the bay window EVERY day. If you do get the microfiber i would recommend getting the pre-treatment that they offer. It makes EVERYTHING really easy to clean! I guess it just depends on what you really want. __________________ LD that's me and Pasquale "If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving is definitely not for you!"

07-10-2010, 12:58 PM	#28
Roxiesmama Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NY Posts: 849	I've had leather couches since I moved out of my parents house, and I love them! They are comfy, easy to clean, and long-lasting. Roxie is allowed on the furniture and she hasn't scratched or torn the leather yet. I will never go back to fabric couches! __________________ Roxie

07-10-2010, 01:28 PM	#30
yorkie_mama22 Currently Suspended! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 2,275	We have a suede sectional that I purchased only 3 years ago. I hate to say it but it is pretty much RUINED! Having kids and dogs on it, it is so hard to clean. I had even purchased the special stuff they put on to help with stains which it never did. My ottoman is totally ruined, I have tried steaming and washing and none of the stains will come out. My couch I take the cushion covers off and wash them but still it's horrible. I hate fabric!! I've bee ntrying to convince hubby to get a new leather couch but he thought the dogs would ruin it too! I am showing him this thread because I want a new couch!