Looking for a sophisticated look for your office or home? You certainly require a leather recliner! It adds a class and style to the interior. And it is not only about looks. The best recliners are quite sturdy and comfortable.
Leather furniture has been used since ancient times. The reason is its adaptability. The leather is well known for its flexibility and sophistication. Today most manufacturers are now making modern designs that involve using leather for best resilience and added cushion for comfort. It just merges in to the surroundings. Whether you want a modern theme or an old classic theme, a leather recliner will surely fit in to it. Even though original leather recliner is quite costly, considering its utility and comfort, it is worth buying. However, before you invest large amount in a leather recliner, you should keep few points in mind.
Check the reviews
Ask your known or check the reviews about recliners before buying
Identify your requirement
Availability of large variety of leather recliners will surely confuse you. Broadly speaking you can see one variety, which rocks back when seat is erect and it can be lowered with a hand lever. Second variety includes push back models, which recline when you tilt back. Price of push back chair is significantly lower than the other variety. But the durability is also lower for this kind of chairs. The other varieties include wall saver recliners, massage recliners etc. Another thing to keep in mind is there should not be space of more than 5 inches between the chair and the foot rest. Otherwise there are chances that a small child or a pet may get caught in between.
Experience the comfort
Don’t go by the words of seller. Try it yourself! Have a seat on the chair. Does it fit your body curvature? Do your head and shoulder get support when you lean back? Does the lever change the angle smoothly or is it getting jerks? Does footrest lifts easily? Unless you get the answers to these questions positive, don’t buy it.
Check the durability
The whole durability of the recliner is dependent on its frame. Therefore it is better to check the frame beforehand. Make sure heavy metal screws are used to hold the frame of the chair.
To enjoy the comfort of leather recliners for longer periods, it requires regular
maintenance and care.
How to take care of a Leather Recliner?
First of all, check the label on the chair. Determine the type of leather. There are mainly two types of leathers. 1. Finished and 2. Unfinished. With time and use perspiration and dust gets into the porous surface of the leather. Our body skin also releases certain oils, which enters the leather surface.
If the leather is unfinished type, you can dust it with a soft cloth weekly. Use damp (wet) cloth only for finished leather. You can also use special cleaners for leather objects, available in the market. If it is finished leather, you may clean the spots and spoils with little water and soap, but never try to use water with unfinished. You can ask for professional help.