Fabric choice

[GlennR]

Our leather seating needs to be replaced as it is covered in scratches and the frame from Willow over the years. I am wondering what fabric I should use. Perhaps I should use leather that starts with a color or pattern that doesn't show scratches up that easily. Microfiber seems popular and is less expensive but I've never used it before.

Anyone with experience with avoiding scratches?

 

[woof]

We have a sheep skin cover over our leather couch for that very reason.

 

[Sharon7]

I have a fabric couch with a throw on blanket for the dogs. It does not show scratches at all even if they miss the blanket. I kind of prefer the feel to leather since it's not cold.

 

[Ann]

I like the microfiber because it cleans easily and dries fast but, like Sharon, I have lightweight polar fleece throws over my couches. So easy to take off, throw in the washer and keeps the furniture cleaner.