Choosing between velvet, fabric or leather upholstery affects how your sofa looks, feels, and holds up to daily life. Here's how to decide.
Velvet
Velvet has a luxurious look and feel, and adds real depth of colour to a room. It's a great choice for a statement piece, but works best in lower-traffic living rooms rather than homes with young children or pets, since it can mark more easily than other fabrics.
Fabric
Woven fabric upholstery is the most versatile option — durable, easy to clean, and available in a huge range of colours and textures. It's the practical choice for busy family homes and everyday use, standing up well to daily wear.
Bonded Air Leather
Leather-look upholstery brings a clean, modern finish and is genuinely easy to wipe down, making it a strong choice for homes with kids or frequent entertaining. It also tends to age well, developing a lived-in character over time rather than looking worn out.
Which Should You Choose?
If your sofa needs to handle daily family life, fabric or bonded leather are the more practical picks. If you're furnishing a formal or adult-only living space and want a statement piece, velvet is hard to beat for pure style.
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