You love your pets, but your home furnishings are an investment you want to last.
If you have housepets, you have to deal with shedding. If you allow your pets on the furniture, you also have to worry about the possibility of scratches from little, furry paws.
If you’re in the market for new furniture, keep in mind that some furniture fabrics wear better than others, even with daily use by your furry friends. These are five of our favorite pet-friendly furniture fabrics.
No. 1: Top-Grain Leather
The highest quality type of leather, top-grain or full-grain is a great furniture fabric for pet owners. This leather isn’t processed or sanded to remove discolorations, so the slick, easy-clean material makes for tough and long-lasting home furnishings.
Sharp claws can leave scratch marks, but effective scuff repair solutions are widely available.
No. 2: Pigmented Leather
If you like the look of top-grain leather home furnishings but you’re worried about wear and tear from your furry friends, pigmented leather is a great alternative. This material is dyed to hide color imperfections, and the process gives the leather a durable, stain-resistant surface that’s less vulnerable to pet damage.
No. 3: Microfiber
Microfiber is definitely a pet-friendly furniture fabric because this material doesn’t scratch or tear easily, and pet hair can easily be removed with a lint brush. Cleaning is simple, too, as most stains come out with mild soap and water or a microfiber-compatible solvent.
You can choose microfiber-covered furnishings in a range of colors and textures, from smooth to denser, corduroy-like surfaces.
No. 4: Denim
In casual living spaces like sunrooms, dens, and family rooms, denim can be an ideal furniture fabric.
This pet-friendly material is rugged and durable, and stains are a piece of cake to spot clean. Plus, because denim has a tight weave, pet hair can be easily wiped or vacuumed away.
No. 5: Outdoor Fabric
Though designed for use outside the home, outdoor fabrics also work well for indoor casual rooms. Their stain- and odor-resistant properties mean these fabrics are ideal for a household with pets. You can choose from an extensive selection of beautiful colors, prints and designs, and today’s outdoor materials are stylish as well as comfortable.
Are you looking for furniture that can stand up to your furry friends? If you live in northern Utah, make Guild Hall Home Furnishings your first stop. Our showroom is stocked with high-quality sofas, sectionals and chairs in a range of stylish, pet-friendly furniture fabrics.
If you’re not sure where to start, our professional interior designers can help you shop, helping you select home furnishings that suit your lifestyle, match your budget and look great. Visit Guild Hall Home Furnishings in Salt Lake City today for all your home furnishings needs.
