Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
Just the seat cushions are bad, 2 out of 3. I think the one cushion can be repaired. The thing is, the furniture we bought is a matching set, couch, loveseat, oversized chair, and an automan. Nothing has happened to the other pieces, just the couch cushions. So to cover it with cloth would throw off the balance of that room - but I'm no decorator so maybe could ask one and see.
Is that what you meant by "using a cloth?"
Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
Here's a little trick you can do. Rather than trying to match the hide for the replacements covers, go contrasting. Its very chic in decorating to do - I even have a piece in the store like that right now. Trying to match covers in an older sofa with new is about as easy as finding Jimmy Hoffa.
Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
I agree with Duane's trick. However, if you don't want to invest in new contrasting leather, perhaps you can cover just the seats in fabric. I've seen new furniture with leather covered frames and back cushions but the seat cushions and throw pillows were in a coordinating fabric. Also, if not attached, you could cover both back and seat cushions with fabric.
H&M's website has several models shown with a leather covered frame and fabric back and seats. See Ashmore and Lacross as examples.
Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
This is the best site in the world! You guys are so helpful! And Fearless Leader? You are HILARIOUS! I still have the cushion covers that Palliser sent me that were the wrong color, more a brownish color compared to my burgundy couch. Maybe I'll throw them on their today and see if I can live with it. Otherwise, I think I will just find a fabric that will coordinate. I'm going to go to the siets that juliepooch suggested and have a look! Thanks again! Also, for the other pieces of furniture, I WILL be ordering the cleaners and protectants -
Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
Does H&M recommend a particular leather conditioner for protected leathers? How does it penetrate?
Re: Palliser Leather Peeling
H&M will recommend Leather Magic and Leather Masters (if the latter is still in business this month or you can figure out who the current owner of the brand would be).
I know the chemicals are stronger for finished leathers vs. aniline, hence the two different kits. The one for finished hides has to have more power to get through the topcoat. As to specifics how it does that, I don't know. You can call Leather Magic and they will explain it to you, I'm sure.