Leather Club Chairs
Leather club chairs are reminiscent of the late 19th century and the rise of gentlemen's clubs, intended for male bonding, sophisticated drinking, and cigar smoking. These thick-cushioned leather chairs with low backs, raised arms, and sometimes matching leather ottomans, are considered luxury furnishings for offices, living rooms, dens, and bedrooms.
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Through the decades, masculine wood, stiff leather, and studded designs have evolved into more casual leather club chairs. Full-grain cowhide leathers have replaced pigskin upholsteries. Look for thick cushions and kiln-dried hardwood frames; leather on the seats, arms, and back of the chair should be top-grain leather for durability and softness. Pigmented leather offers chairs with more color choices, fewer imperfections, and a coating to protect against stains and fading.
Leather Accent Chairs
As with leather club chairs, leather accent chairs should be constructed around 1.25-inch hardwood frames, with built-in legs for sturdier chairs. Leather accent chairs made of split leather lack softness and durability. Unlike leather club chairs, leather accent chairs have a visible frame and offer more styles ranging from casual to elegant. Full- and top-grain leather club and accent chairs mold to the body, yet retain their shape for years. Matching leather ottomans add the comfort of a recliner; hollow leather ottomans open for storage, leaving space for magazines, games, and craft projects. Ottomans are common to casual seating and double as extra seating.
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Leather Recliners
Football games and movies are better when viewed from the comfort of a leather recliner strategically placed in front of the TV. Select a recliner with a strong sturdy frame, a wide range of reclining positions, and good back and neck support. Ergonomically correct leather recliners, made of full- and top-grain cowhide, pigmented leather, or dyed aniline leather are conducive to healthy relaxation. Spills quickly clean up from leather; leather chairs clean up with a soft cloth and grow in beauty with use.
