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Leather Upholstered Sofas

There really is nothing nicer than a beautifully crafted leather sofa and the most famous leather sofa that remains so very popular today is the Chesterfield Sofa.  The style of sofa is steeped in history and was an ingenious design for sumptuous seating that has stood the test of time.  Chesterfields are available nowadays in all sorts of different material finishes – but it is the leather Chesterfield that remains synonymous with those early designs and that continue to add character to many homes.  There are so many leather sofas available now that is difficult to select just the right one.  Years ago leather was only available in a few colour ways but with more recent dying techniques a leather Chesterfield sofa can be created in a whole multitude of leather finishes.

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Classic Handcrafted Leather Furniture

There is something extremely distinguished about leather furniture – it not only looks aesthetically beautiful, it creates a sumptuous atmosphere in any room.  There is also something extremely appealing about the wonderful aroma of leather furniture that helps to create an ambience in rooms that are adorned with stunning leather sofas and chairs.  There is however something that is very important to remember when selecting leather furniture and that is how the furniture has been manufactured.  To fully experience the beauty of a leather sofa it is worth bearing in mind just how much craftsmanship goes into a handcrafted piece of leather furniture rather than a mass produced sofa.

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The Gainsborough Chair

Our Gainsborough chairs are without doubt great looking quality chairs, and make a beautiful addition to any leather furniture collection, or stand alone to make an eye catching focal point for any room, whether it’s an office, boardroom or lounge.

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Antique Chesterfield Sofa? Fake It!

Chesterfield sofas come in all shapes and sizes, and many different colours and finishes. Among the most popular colours are green, red and white. However the most popular style is without question antique. People prefer to invest in a piece that will stand testament to the fact that a good chesterfield sofa will last for generations.  Previously this would have meant trawling the internet or newspaper for anyone selling second hand or antique pieces, and bringing a piece of furniture of dubious origins into the house. Many people have found this to be a mistake, with flea infestations, seats that give way or complaints about a bad smell being common.

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Famous chesterfield sofas

Although chesterfield sofas enjoy a reputation for class and sophistication, they are relatively hard to find in the media.

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