To date, leather sofas, the price of which varies from acceptable to prohibitively high, can be observed not only in apartments, but also in offices. However, the acquisition of such an interior item is fraught with a mass of subtleties, the ignorance of which leads to the choice of poor -quality goods.
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Types of sofas
The diverse assortment of leather sofas is presented:
- folding;
- not folding models.
Based on this, the choice of the sofa should start from this point.
Computant leather sofas are significantly different in transformation.
1. Models that are being laid out according to the principle of the book opened include:
- divine book;
- sofas with the Click-Klyak system.
2. Richest models are presented in the options:
- eurobook;
- dolphin;
- accordion.
3. Among the "walking" models stand out:
- pantograph;
- puma.
4. The French cot is included in the sofa that has a combined layout mechanism.
Despite the wide range with different transformation mechanism, leather sofas from the manufacturer of a famous brand will last a long time, whether it is an ordinary sofa-book or sofa-button. Based on this, when choosing a sofa, you should be guided by the most convenient layout system.
Forms of sofas
Demand for leather interior items is constantly increasing, contributing to the expansion of the model range, so the sofas from the skin are available:
- rectangular;
- modular;
- semicircular;
- corner shape.
The greatest distribution, from a great variety, are used by corner leather sofas, the installation of which takes the minimum of space in the room, in the presence of a large seating and a wide berth.
Criteria for choosing a leather sofa
The acquisition of a leather sofa for many seems an unattainable dream. However, when the buyer appears, a completely objective question is faced with how to choose a leather sofa so that financial resources are not wasted.
Size
In most cases, the size and shape of the sofa are selected relative to the place intended for its installation. However, it is worth taking into account the size of the doorway in the room in order to freely introduce the purchased sofa, especially the overall dimensions.
Functionality
The whole variety of sofas is characterized by the presence, or absence:
- linen box;
- a mini-bar built in the side back;
- pocket for newspapers and other little things;
- adjusting the angle of inclination at the head of the head, in the legs.
However, additional elements significantly increase the cost of the sofa, so any model is quite suitable for the home, but for the office most functions are simply not needed.
Color
The choice of a tinting solution is characterized not only by a harmonious combination with the surrounding interior items, but also by the place of its future location, since it is difficult to remove even light spots with leather upholstery, not to mention the spot from spilled coffee or spray of fat. In addition, in light tones, areas distorted over time are more clearly distinguished.
Frame
How long will the selected model of the sofa last, depends on the type and quality of the frame. To date, leather sofas have:
- A wooden frame - made of coniferous trees, is distinguished by fragility and relatively low cost. The optimal ratio between price and quality is have frames of oak, beech, red tree, ash. At the same time, the golden middle belongs to the “birch” frames.
However, for the manufacture of the perfect frame, it is necessary to use well -dried wood without knots, in order to avoid the appearance of creaks during the operation of the sofa and the formation of mold spots on the skin. In addition, reliability of the frame gives the connection of the constituent elements through bolts, and not self -tapping screws and glue.
- The metal frame used in the manufacture of sofas is a rather new fashion trend. However, the metal provides not only the reliability of the finished design, but also adds a certain shocking.
The durability of the metal frame is determined by the fact that the seams in high -quality models are cooked, and not fastened with bolts.
- The combination of wood with chipboard-belongs to the level of economy class, which does not differ in a long period of use, since for the manufacture of bars, as a rule, varieties of coniferous trees are used, and the connection of components is carried out by glue, self-tapping screws. In addition, the sheets of chipboard should be treated with a special solution that prevents the release of formaldehydes used in the production of this material.
Filler
The operational period of the sofa also depends on the material used as a filler, since it is designed to ensure the invariability of the appearance of the sofa for a long time, and regardless of the activity of its use. Currently, the following types of fillers are most widely used:
1. Natural latex - it is created by a foaming of juice mined from the plant of gvee, so the material is hypoallergenic, very soft, but elastic and elastic, combining orthopedic properties. In addition, latex has bactericidal quality, biological resistance and absolute fire safety, along with durability. However, due to the high cost, natural latex is more often used as a filler for elite class sofas.
2. Polyurethane foam is carried out by foaming polyurethane granules. At the same time, PPU used in furniture production is characterized by hypoallergenicity, high biological resistance and is divided into:
- hard PPU (foam rubber) is characterized by good elasticity, however, both the cost and its service life are relatively low;
- PPU of medium rigidity - is distinguished by good elasticity and excellent orthopedic properties, since the viscosity of the structure allows you to clearly repeat the contour of the human body, and in the absence of pressure to take the original appearance. At the same time, the life of the elastic PPU significantly exceeds the indicators of the usual foam;
- high -elastic PPU is represented mainly by artificial latex, which exceeds natural in terms of stiffness. However, the price of artificial material is several times less than natural, with the complete preservation of positive properties.
3. Pertext - combines artificial and natural components, while the production is based on polyester fiber. The filler of this type contributes to the rapid restoration of the deformed area to the original type, to preserve positive qualities for a long operational period. In addition, the cost of the filler is slightly above the middle class of consumption.
4. Hollofiber - a hollow fiber of synthetic origin, treated with a silicone composition, as a result of which the fibers acquire the shape of a spiral. Hollofiber has an anti -allergic effect, high elasticity, which contributes to the rapid elimination of the deformation site, as well as a fairly acceptable cost.
5. The spring block includes springs made of steel and fixed either in separate vertical cells, or linked to each other. Moreover, the number and quality of the springs significantly affect the comfortable properties of the subject, the life and the final cost of the sofa. In addition, the use of low -quality springs in the production of a sofa, which can only be judged by the price factor, will lead to a rapid failure of them, which will entail the inevitability of repairs.
6. To save financial resources and purchase a sofa with a good “filling”, it is worth considering multi -layer variation when combined:
- all varieties of PPU;
- hard PPU, springs, periodots or holofiber;
- hard or medium stiffness of PPU with periocre, latex, holofiber.
Of course, these are the most common combinations of various fillers used by individual manufacturers in the most diverse configurations, which expands the range of choice corresponding to the cost, preferences and the estimated period of use of a brand new sofa.
Upholstery
It would seem that choosing a leather upholstery for the sofa, so it is enough to decide on its color. However, a way of leather upholstery is played by a significant role in the quality and cost of leather upholstery.
Skin tanning is produced:
- Chemicals (in particular, chromium), due to which the skin acquires high strength, light resistance and wear resistance. However, the disposal of the skin that has undergone chemical processing causes significant difficulties in its disposal, so this method gradually obscures itself.
- Vegeted extracts extracted from rocks of valuable wood. The skin treated with tanins differs from the previous type of tanning with absolute environmental friendliness and slightly less light resistance.
After dressing, the skin is subjected to staining with dyes penetrating to the depth of the entire skin structure, while the pores remain open, which helps to maintain texture and pattern. 3 types of skin are distinguished:
- aniline skin is obtained as a result of applying transparent components to the front side of the leather material, including natural components, which gradually burn out under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, forming the wrinkles inherent in the leather product. A similar process allows you to preserve the drawing of the marks acquired during the life of the animal, which the layman will easily take for defects. Aniline skin is characterized by low wear resistance, a very soft surface and a high price;
- semaniline skin passes a more complex processing process than aniline. First, a special putty is applied to the skin, after which the surface dries is thoroughly sanded and the dye is applied. As soon as all the layers are completely dried up, the skin again passes the grinding process and is subjected to a polymer coating that creates a barrier to penetrate moisture, pollution into the structure of the material. The final stage is the application of the drawing. As a result, semi -aniline skin is particularly stiff, high wear resistance and ease of care. In addition, semi -aniline skin costs slightly less than aniline;
- lacked skin is formed as a result of impregnation of the structure with dyes with the subsequent application of the varnish layer, preventing the formation of any kind of pollution. This type is distinguished by a variety of drawings that simulate crocodile, snake skin, etc., which are applied by embossing, laser processing, perforation. Decorative, relative wear resistance and acceptable cost of varnished skin is indispensable for decorating a sofa as all kinds of inserts.
When examining the upholstery, it is worth paying special attention to the accuracy and evenness of the seams, regardless of the skin type used. In addition, the back of the high -quality sofa is also tightened by the skin.
Leather sofas in the interior
A wide selection, among a variety of skin shades, allows you to choose a sofa that harmoniously combines with the style and color solution of the interior.
White leather sofas will perfectly fit into the modern design of a spacious living room filled with various shades. If there is an excess of white in the room, then the sofa will simply merge with the general background, losing all its attractiveness.
A black leather sofa is suitable for both the office and the bedroom, the living room, decorated in calm muffled tones.
The leather sofa of gray, brown shades looks good in any interior, giving sophistication and nobility to surrounding objects.
Luxury of the room will add leather sofas of a golden hue.
The sofa of a red shade will bring brightness and heat to the room decorated in plain colors.
Modular sofas, if necessary, harmoniously fill the space with protruding elements.
Leather corner sofas, photos of which can be represented in a fairly large volume, are found in any room, starting from small -sized kitchen and ending with a large living room, as they significantly save useful area.
Thus, leather sofas, the photos of which are contained in the article, will help you choose a sofa relative to any preferences that satisfy not only the design of the room, but also all quality parameters, providing a long life for a new acquisition. In addition, the sofas of Italy leather production will not necessarily meet all high -quality standards, but the sofas of domestic production is quite possible.
