How to Choose Leather Sectionals

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Sectional sofas work well in large rooms, providing the maximum amount of seating for the space. Although many fabric materials are available for sectionals, leather sectionals are popular due to their durability, ease of cleaning and upscale look. Hundreds of  leather sectionals are available on the market, so learn how to choose the best one before you spend money on a sectional that doesn't fit your needs. Below, you'll learn how to choose leather sectionals.

Choosing Leather Sectionals:

1. Measure the room. Measure the room in which you plan to put the leather sectional. Sectionals come in a wide range of sizes, from very small to relatively large. Plan the configuration of furniture you want, and then measure to find a range of sizes that make sense. Most people forget to measure for a minimum, but keep in mind that a sectional sofa that is too small may look strange.
   
2. Measure your doorways. Although most sectional pieces are small enough to fit through standard-sized doorways, your home might have door frames that are narrow. Measure to make sure you'll be able to fit your new leather sectional into your house.
   
3. Compare leather grain. Leather is divided into two categories: top grain and split. Top-grain leather is most durable and natural-looking, but it's also the most expensive. Split leather is slightly less durable and is usually one consistent color, without desirable leather patterns; it is, however, the less expensive option. Both top-grain leather and split leather can be corrected, which is a process that sands away imperfections.
   
4. Choose a color treatment. The most durable leather for sectionals is treated with pigments, but this gives the leather a less natural look and feel. Aniline leather is at the other end of the spectrum; this type of leather is natural, with no dyes, but that also makes it less durable and less stain-resistant. A happy medium is semi-aniline leather, which is treated with a light wash and allows some of the natural pattern to shine through.
   
5. Consider suede and nubuck. These soft leather materials come from buffing split leather and top-grain leather, respectively. They give leather the feel of velvet but require more maintenance and protection from stains.
   
6. Choose a cushion style. Most leather sectionals have attached back cushions, but some have back cushions that are removable for easier cleaning.
   
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