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What is real leather furniture called?
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What real leather furniture is called varies. Sometimes, you may simply see it referred to as "genuine leather." Other terms that indicate a sofa's upholstery is real leather include "full-grain leather" and "top-grain leather." Bonded leather means that the upholstery consists of genuine leather scraps mounted on a synthetic backing. If you see words like "vegan leather," "man-made leather," "PVC," "synthetic leather" or "faux leather," the upholstery is not real leather. Shop a diverse assortment of leather sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
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By COR, Luigi Colani
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
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Category
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Materials
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$1,875 Sale Price
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By De Sede
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Materials
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Located in Farmingdale, NJ
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