Leather is a natural product and the uniqueness of each hide is identified by growth lines, scars and other natural marks. It originally came from the skin of an animal and it’s important to bear this in mind.

This naturalness gives the leather its beauty and unique character that distinguishes it from synthetic alternatives. Aged leather will obtain marks and some creases, yet these add to the leather’s unique characteristics and should not be regarded as defects and should not affect the long-term performance of your footstool. The leather ages over time, further enhancing its appearance.

A long history of beautiful seating

Leather production is the second oldest industry known to man and the original method of tanning using vegetable extracts to make leather for warriors’ equipment (e.g. belts and saddles etc).

This type of leather would typically last longer and remain more supple if it was fed. However, modern leather most frequently uses metal salts as a tanning compound and the lubricants used in the production process are much more advanced and refined than the products of yesteryear.

Simple steps for lasting leather

Leather is relatively easy and straightforward to clean and care for if you following these few steps;

  1. Wipe away stains with a soft damp cloth as soon as they occur but take care not to scrub the surface
  2. Dust with a soft cloth and vacuum frequently to ensure that small particles of dirt don’t gather and abrade the leather
  3. Cleaners and conditioners are available to help maintain this aged leather type and we recommend that you use these from new. To buy these products we recommend our partners Buffalo Leather and Repair (01772 611449 or www.buffaloleather.co.uk)
  4. Simple stains can be cleaned using a specialist leather cleaning wipe. For longer-lasting and hard-to-remove stains, always refer to a stain industry professional.

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Anonymous

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Attractive well made footstool. Very pleased with this product. Lots of help given and material samples sent so I could match with our chesterfield sofa.

3 days ago

Michael Kramer

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Great quality footstool, really happy with it. Would use them again and recommend them

3 days ago

Anonymous

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Amazing service and very quick delivery. Very pleased with my footstools and compliment my room perfectly. They have been made to a very high standard and would highly recommend.

7 days ago

Salma Sams

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Great company to deal with, easy to navigate site, clear. Selection good. Item arrived when due.

9 days ago

Paul Isaacs

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Quick order and delivery products as expected A good experience

10 days ago

Anonymous

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Excellent service. Footstool very well made. Would not hesitate to recommend. Thank You

24 days ago

Mary Kelly

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This firm is very reliable. My order came within a week. It was well packed to protect it. I've bought 3 stools from this firm.

29 days ago

Lorraine Pearce

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The cube is perfect for small hallway. Also perfect height as extra seat at dining table.

29 days ago

Reg Deverell

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Superbe crafted custom made to our spec service and staff very helpfull we would recommend this company to anybody 5*well done and thank you

1 months ago

Annie Holland

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Fast service and great product. Will be using Footstools Direct again.

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