Good quality leather is durable, looks amazing and ages gracefully. On the other hand, there are many imitations which look as good and can easily fool you if you are shopping for genuine leather furniture. Fortunately, there are some straightforward characteristics to have in mind when you have to determine leather quality, including: The leather smell The distinctive genuine leather smell. Make sure that the upholstery of the leather furniture actually has this smell, to ensure that it is real. Faux leather lacks such a smell and may even emit an unpleasant, chemical smell. Read the label ...
Read MoreWhen shopping for leather furniture, often the design and the size of the piece is what captures our attention first. But you needn’t forget that if you want a good quality leather sofa, you should look for one which is upholstered with genuine leather. The problem is that actually, it is not easy to identify genuine leather and make a clear distinction between genuine and faux leather. So, if you are determined to buy the real deal, here are several features to look for when picking your next genuine leather sofa: The price Genuine leather is more expensive...
Read MoreThere is a wide variety of ready-made leather repair kits available on the market. Generally, they consist of a leather repair compound, which in fact is PVA glue as well as a leather paint and leather finish. Since the leather binding compound is white, you will need special primer and an airbrush to properly and evenly apply the layers of colourant and finish to strengthen the leather. You will also need some soft cloths, sponges, a scissor, fine sandpaper, and a mixing cup. Normally, your leather upholstery comes with a silicone, wax or other oily finish to protect it...
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