Leather Repair Cover is it worth it?

cinzano

Hi, I have just ordered a leather suite from DFS and they asked if I wanted the Leather Care Cover which basically covers me if i spill wine, coffee etc on furniture and it marks it, they will come out the same day and remove the stain or replace the section of leather if untreatable.
I have said no to this cover but not sure if I have done the right thing. We have had a leather suite for many years and never come across this problem although I am told the leather on my new suite is porous and can leave a white stain from any spillages. Any advice or experience of this would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

bb69

Hi Cinzano (lovely with orange and ice Mmm lol)

I took cover out on mine, that was ages ago and it's now expired.. I didnt need to make a claim at all. I think I was more concerned about potential tears when I took it out not necessarily spills.
What colour is your sofa?
Are you covered under your contents insurance for accidental damage? and what does that cover? (replacement leather?)

littlereddevil

I've never heard of porous leather. I've had leather suites for many years and have never had a problem with any spills at all. I bet the cover wasn't cheap either. I'm sure you have done the right thing. My opinion anyway.

cinzano

The suite is black leather and the cover cost is £2 per month. I do have accidental damage on my contents insurance. I feel that if any spillages are wiped up straight away I cant see it staining the leather, although I do understand what you say about tears.

bb69

Hi there
wow thats cheap... i take its £2 per month for as long as you have the sofa though.
have you ever owned a leather sofa? i'm just thinking you could weigh up your risk of any potential problems with tears etc
I would say keep your sofa well treated/polished etc

Maybe you could put aside the £24 a month you would have paid - to use against your insurance accidental damage excess if need be... Just check what they will cover leather wise etc

For me i think i was being cautious as it was my first leather sofa..and sofa even lol ddint know how it would wear etc.. I have tried to be careful and changed the cushions round regularly, keep it clean and polish (when i remember ) but things have been fine ... its dark brown

I have checked my cover was £200 for 5 years.

littlereddevil

bb69 poster said she has has a leather suite for many years

katehesk

littlereddevil wrote: »

I've never heard of porous leather. I've had leather suites for many years and have never had a problem with any spills at all. I bet the cover wasn't cheap either. I'm sure you have done the right thing. My opinion anyway.

The best quality leather has a porous finish, Aniline leather, and it takes some maintaining to keep it looking gorgeous! It absorbs water and can get scratched quite easily.

Other leather's have a shiny finish to them, which are coated with stuff to protect them so don't wear and tear as much, but despite the maintenance aspect, aniline is the best.