Looking after 100% Real Leather Sofas
At Instyle Furniture you’ll find a spectacular range of leather sofas, suites and corner groups made using the finest 100% real leather options from the world’s leading leather suppliers.
Real leather is soft and luxurious making it an ideal choice for furniture. Leather is a natural wonder. It breathes, it is warm and has individual characteristics which are the natural marks and scars and are proudly exhibited as the sign of 100% genuine leather.
The Hallmarks Of Natural Leather:
The living animal is exposed to various types of influence from the environment. Natural leather proudly bears the hallmarks of its origin. These individual
characteristics and marks have been accumulated gradually over the years. They are not weakening defects and will not shorten the life of the leather.
In fact, they are considered to enhance its appearance and distinguish natural leather from imitations.
Climatic Environment:
Climate plays an important part in determining how to care for leather. If you live in a humid area, you will need a strong cleaner to remove excess perspiration and body oils. In drier climates, you will need to use moisturiser more often.
Dust, Dirt and Pet Hair:
Dust, dirt and pet hair will cut into the surface of the leather if it is not regularly removed.
Direct Sunlight:
Direct sunlight will fade and dry out leather, especially aniline.
Direct Air Vents: Direct air vents (both hot and cold) will accelerate the drying out of the leather, causing cracking.
Natural Body Oils:
Natural body Oils can stain and sometimes discolour leather if allowed to settle into the surface. Particular care is required if the owner is using medication as this can appear in the body oils.
Scratches
Fat Folds/Stretch Marks
Scars
Brand Marks