What you should know about furniture leather
Whether you're living in the era of herringbone floors and black steel doors, or you're drawn to a nostalgic, vintage vibe—leather transcends every interior trend. But what should you pay attention to when you're looking for the right furniture leather? We’ll give you a few tips to keep in mind.
First of all, it’s good to remember that furniture leather isn’t a specific type of leather. The term mainly refers to the finish that makes the leather suitable for intensive use. So, you can also use furniture leather for other purposes, like making a bag. At the same time, it means that leather often used for bags can be just as suitable for furniture. It all depends on the look you're going for in your design.
Of course, each leather has its own unique properties and characteristics. It’s especially important to understand those, so you know what to expect in terms of durability and appearance, how the leather will behave over time, and how to take proper care of it.
The properties you need
Classic furniture leather has a few qualities that help your design stand up to daily life. At Leatherbox, you’ll find those qualities in our Malmö collection. It’s the ideal furniture leather for modern designs, or to refresh timeless furniture pieces in your home.
With the Malmö cowhide collection, you’re assured of:
- High-quality full grain leather, suitable for heavy use
- Large hides with a consistent appearance – perfect for large-scale projects
- Just the right grip, so you won’t slide off your chair or sofa
- Extra protection thanks to a thicker finish. Got a little too cozy with that glass of wine? Kids jumping on the couch? This leather can handle it. Keep enjoying life to the fullest—even with that brand-new sofa
- Colorfast and scratch-resistant
- Doesn’t transfer color to clothing
The finish defines the look
Traditional furniture leather is usually finished with multiple layers of paint. This gives the leather solid protection for intensive use, but it also means the natural look of the leather becomes less visible. With the Malmö collection, you get the same level of protection, but the visible grain finish preserves the leather’s natural feel as much as possible.
Do you prefer the raw, natural charm of leather—with scratches, shade variations and a patina that makes it come alive over time? Then a different leather, like our Genève collection, might suit you better. Just keep in mind that this type of leather is more sensitive to stains and damage, and that your care routine needs to match. But true leather lovers will embrace these features.
Whatever you choose, Leatherbox has the right furniture leather for your project. Good luck!
