Fine Italian leather furniture can transform the way a room looks and feels. If you are redesigning your living room, bedroom, or home entertainment area, choosing several pieces of leather furniture can add comfort, style, and elegance.
After purchasing a house and a car, the next most expensive item people tend to purchase is home furnishings. High end furniture, such as modern Italian furniture, is a popular choice for its appearance as well as comfort.
In 2013 alone, there were approximately $101.41 billion in sales for furniture and other home furnishings in the United States. Stores that sell home furnishings recently had $44.36 billion in sales, which shows how Americans love to express themselves through decorating.
Furniture Today conducted a recent market survey on furniture and bedding purchases. They determined that the millennial age group is now making the largest number of purchases for these items. Between 2012-and-2014, for example, spending by millennials increased from $11.1 billion to $27.0 billion.
Over half of the people that shop for and purchase furniture prefer new items. A recent survey showed that 60% will buy only new, rather than used, furniture.
When purchasing quality leather furniture, which is made of 100% leather, it’s important to know that it will maintain its luxurious appearance for years. Since couples and their families and friends will often eat meals on their sofas, approximately 13 of them per month, it’s important to know that leather is easy to clean and maintain.
In order to maintain the leather’s quality, a conditioner can be used every 6-to-12 months. If something is spilled, it can be cleaned up with a soft cloth.
Another benefit of purchasing quality leather furniture is its durability and longevity. The lifespan of a sofa can be from seven upwards to 15 years. On average, a person will sit on their sofa four hours a day. When considering visits with family and friends, a couch may have hundreds of people resting and relaxing on it over the years.
When recliners are taken care of properly, their lifespan is usually ten years, according to Good Housekeeping. When fine leather recliners are purchased, they can be cared for in the same way as leather couches.
Shopping for new furniture is an enjoyable and creative experience. Once you’ve purchased an Italian leather sofa, you will have even more ideas for decorating your home.
