Leather tops consumer upholstery preferences
Leather is the most desired material for upholstered furniture in the US, according to Furniture Today’s latest consumer sentiment survey.
Among respondents, 41% ranked leather as their top choice, ahead of mixed leather-synthetic options (28%), linen (25%) and suede (25%). The same share of consumers also listed leather as a key feature when selecting sofas, alongside contemporary styling and three-seat designs.
Durability was the main factor driving material decisions, with households citing pets and children as further influences. Sectionals remain most popular in L-shaped formats, while grey led the colour rankings, closely followed by beige and brown.
The findings suggest leather continues to combine practicality with consumer demand for comfort and style across sofa and sectional categories.
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