Hancock & Moore Quality for under 5K: Is Carolina Custom Leather Really That Good?
Can a $4400 Carolina Custom Leather sofa really have the same quality as a $7400 Hancock & Moore sofa? See the side by side comparison.
Can a $4400 Carolina Custom Leather sofa really have the same quality as a $7400 Hancock & Moore sofa? See the side by side comparison.
Hydeline uses semi-aniline top-grain leather with leather-match. The seats, backs and inside arms are made with semi-aniline top grain leather. Outside arms and backs use a matching split (bottom grain) leather.
Which synthetic faux leather is the most durable? I’m looking at different types of synthetic faux leathers and vegan leathers. What’s the difference and which will last longer? I had a faux leather sofa that started flaking off after 4 years. I’m not sure what the makeup of it was, but I don’t want this … Read more
PU leather has more than one definition. Some PU leathers are durable and look and feel similar to real leather. Some should be avoided.
Most furniture shoppers expect leather to last a very long time. Unfortunately, $3000 leather sofas often have lifespans of 5 years or less. Tips & unbiased recommendations for affordable leather sofas.
The Buyer’s Guide to Leather provides important information furniture shoppers need to know before buying their next leather sofa or recliner.
Hydeline & Barcalounger make the best leather recliners for large people. They can comfortably support up to 350 lbs. per seat for 10+ years.
Barcalounger makes 2 different quality levels. Their best quality leather recliners have Pocketed coil cushions & should last 10+ years.
Shopping online for leather sofas? Trial periods, refund and repair policies are often more generous than brick and mortar stores.
Bonded leather or leather match reclining sectionals with 7 seats may be available for less than $5000. High quality reclining leather sectionals will cost more than twice as much.
The term “PU leather” confuses many people because it has two different (and contradictory) definitions. Product descriptions, salespeople & interior design professionals often use “PU leather” to describe all synthetic leather fabrics, including bonded leather.
The key to long-lasting affordable recliners & reclining sofas is not the leather, frame, or mechanism. Seat cushions usually wear out first, often within 5 years or less. Hydeline is different! 10+ year estimated lifespan. Leather reclining sofas <$3000.