How to choose cover material for your sofa

Sofas come in a huge range of materials, each offering something a little different (and commanding different price points)

Leather Sofas

Leather sofas are classic choice. Choose right and your sofa will always be in style.
Note that there are two types of leather: natural-looking aniline leather, which displays the qualities of the animal hide, and glossier pigmented leather..

Polyester Sofas

Polyester is a form of plastic which can be spun into threads and woven into fabric. In upholstery, it's typically used in conjunction with another material - often acrylic (which we'll come to).

Linen Sofas

Linen is breathable, comfortable, and you won`t stick to it in the same way that you might stick to a leather or acrylic sofa.

Velvet Sofas

Woolen Sofas

Woolen sofas aren't that common, but that's not because wool isn't a great material for a sofa. It's natural and cosy; just bear in mind that woolen sofas are usually manufactured using a blend of materials.

PU Sofas

PU is a glossy plastic made from molten resin often used as a man made alternative to leather. It's naturally elastic, and capable of repelling stains in much the same way as polyester. This is largely because the two materials are the same - the only difference being that one is made from woven fibres and one is a continuous sheet. Take a look at both materials side-by-side and you'll understand the difference.