The Pros and Cons of Leather Beds

 There are many advantages to beds made of leather, however you should always weigh up both the pros and the cons before buying going to purchase one. This is just a sensible decision no matter what you are purchasing, be it a new bed, sofa, car or house. You simply have to decide if the choice is right for you, using the advantages and disadvantages you are aware of.

First of all we will start with the possible disadvantages:

They Can Be More Expensive:

This is an undeniable fact, beds that are made of leather are nearly always more expensive than traditional or even metal beds. This is in part due to the expensive of leather, but in some ways also because of the increased difficulty in manufacture.

It Just Might Not Fit:

The truth is, leather just does not always work in all situations all of the time. Whether you have an Art Deco bedroom, contemporary, retro, vintage, or any other interior design style, leather does not always work well. Truth be told, it sometimes just clashes badly with the theme you have going. As such you need to consider what interior design style your bedroom has, or that you plan for it to have, before you set your heart on a leather bed.

It Can Wear More Noticeably:

We have all seen the look of worn leather. This is because the tanned hide of the leather begins to get rubbed away, revealing the lighter leather tones underneath. While sometimes this look can actually be highly desirable, such as in more antique or vintage looking furniture, it can also very quickly age your bed.

Now we move on to the 'pros' of a leather bed and counteract the cons!

It Is Incredibly Stylish:

It goes without saying that leather beds can be incredibly stylish, and have been in fashion for a long time. It seems inevitable that they will also continue to remain in fashion for decades, just like jeans have been in the fashion industry.

Alternatives:

Their timeless elegance has been and continues to make them, the most sought after and popular styles available and whilst some may see leather as out of the question due to their own personal beliefs and preferences about using animal hide, faux leather can give you the same look with a clear conscience.

The Distressed and worn look:

To 'argue' one of the 'cons' above, worn and distressed leather in bang on-trend at the moment and suits many different interior styles. From industrial styled bachelor pads and Shabby Chic to the elegance and refinement of an Edwardian or contemporary styled interior by selecting the right design leather beds can add a focal point to be envied and give a dull and lifeless bedroom the 'wow' factor almost instantly.

Quality:

You can typically expect to pay anything from 20-50% more for leather over material beds, even if they are exactly the same design and style. Due to this, it is important that you feel that this cost is justified for you and that it is something you are willing to pay. Remembering the old adage 'you get what you pay for' may be applied here. So, if you're looking for chic, styling, superb designs and quality leather beds can offer great value for money.

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