If in the past an armchair was purchased in the majority of cases as part of the package deal known as a 1+2+3 living room, then nowadays - an era in which we like to expand the range of possibilities and diversify - the living rooms have a multitude of designs and the option of Purchase of an armchair separately became very common.

One of the first questions that those who want to purchase an armchair are debating is whether to prefer a leather armchair or to choose a fabric armchair.

There is naturally no unequivocal answer, because each person has their own preferences and a different taste, but it is useful to be aware of both the advantages and disadvantages of both options, in order to decide between them in an informed way on the way to the optimal item for you.

Which armchair will last longer?

Although leather is considered a more luxurious option and as such it is usually attributed to greater durability, but not in every case Leather armchairs They will serve us faithfully for many more years.

In fact, the durability of each and every armchair depends mainly on its quality and not necessarily on the upholstery. Accordingly - the recommendation is to make sure that you are purchasing a high-quality armchair even if it is slightly more expensive (because in the end in the cost-benefit test a cheap armchair may turn out to be a less profitable option) and regarding the choice between fabric and leather, choose based on other considerations.

Which armchair needs the least maintenance?

In this section, leather armchairs enjoy a significant advantage.

A fabric armchair absorbs sweat, grease and various dirt, and since in the end even those who try very hard to keep the armchair clean will find it difficult to do so (and in particular it is impossible to avoid sweating in a hot and humid country like Israel), then when choosing a fabric armchair it is important to take into account that you will be required to wash the upholstery frequently One or the other (depending on the nature of the chair's use and how careful you are to protect it).

A leather armchair, on the other hand, does not absorb all that dirt and is therefore easy to clean and has minimal maintenance.

Seating comfort

Durability for many years and maintenance as easy as possible are significant parameters, but naturally the main parameter is the comfort of sitting, because we buy armchairs so that we can relax in them and remember that life can be beautiful.

In this respect, the fabric armchair has the advantage.

Although when you want to test comfort there may be differences between one person and the other, but the same feature that makes the maintenance of the leather armchair simpler stands against this option in the comfort section, especially in the summer, since this armchair does not absorb the sweat and sitting on it produces a less pleasant touch.

On the other hand, the absorbency of the fabrics, especially if you took care Choose a quality fabric armchair, makes sitting on them more comfortable and pampering.

Appearance

Leather armchairs are considered more impressive and more prestigious, but today there are quite a few fabric armchairs that are eye-catching and just as captivating. In addition, it is worth remembering that there are quite a few people who are reluctant to use leather and in any case in the end in terms of appearance - which is also a significant factor - each person has his own taste and his own preference.

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