Benefits of Faux Leather Covers

Futons are becoming ever more popular as multi-purpose furniture pieces and are easy to personalize to any taste.  Leather futons have become an icon in many bachelor pads and contemporary homes.  Leather furniture and accents make any room look modern and chic but the price tag is enough to shock anyone.  While most people expect leather furniture to be pricey, even leather covers can be expensive.  Faux covers are a great way to get all the benefits of real leather without the draw backs.  Faux leather covers are a great way to update an existing mattress and make it chic and contemporary with out breaking the bank.  Faux products are also animal friendly making them the perfect option for any environmentalist or animal activist.  They also don't have the over powering smell that real leather often does.  Cleaning leather is complicated and time consuming.  You have to consider the satin and the type of leather, and use special moisturizing soaps or oils to clean it.  Real leather is also very susceptible water damage.  Faux covers can be clean with regular house hold cleaners and won't get ruined if they get wet.  Faux leather comes in a variety of natural finishes and the benefits are endless.