Old Sofa Saga Many years ago I bought a sofa and when it got old I just could never throw it away. The sofa traveled from house to house, my two dogs slept on it and my kids used it as a trampoline. Then I gave it to my daughter and she used it in her bachelorette Manhattan rental where it was loved (sometimes too much) by many friends. The wine was spilled … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy a Leather Couch
Lulu DK leather couch for Elite Leather In this post, I will review not only how to tell a good leather on a leather couch but also the whole piece from the construction to detailing. I have this leather couch by Elite Leather above for 15 years. The leather and the shape are still good after two dogs, two kids, and many parties. It is true that it was not cheap, I … [Read more...]
Crypton Fabric Furniture. Is it Actually Bulletproof?
Crypton Home. Source: Bowen Furniture Blogs Crypton fabric for a couch and chairs. Who is it for? Who isn’t it for? It's fascinating how the home furniture industry is becoming more responsive when it comes to preserving our sanity as parents. For example, Crypton fabric for your couch or a chair do just that- help with fewer worries about spills and stains from … [Read more...]
Perennials Fabric. Is it the Most Durable for a Sofa?
Perennials Fabrics. Credit: Molly Graham Design If you live with young kids and pets that doesn’t mean that you have to wait another ten years to reclaim your decorating style. If you choose to buy a sofa with Perennials fabric, it can be both, durable and pretty. Because of technology in the textile industry you can now have a white sofa in your house if that is your … [Read more...]
Cat-Friendly Sofa Fabric. Is it Bulletproof?
Cats must scratch! It's their nature. Many of my clients and readers ask about cat-friendly fabric sofa and fabric choices that are more durable for cats. I have to stop here and say that there are no miracles and cat-proof upholstery fabric is a marketing gimmick just like many others. I don't want to upset you, my dear, but the truth is that if your cat is not … [Read more...]