For cat people, it can be a challenge to find upholstery that will work the best for both you and your cat. Here are a few tips for finding the best upholstery for your lifestyle with your beloved cat. Leather Upholstery: Leather may seem like a good choice at first glance. It is easy to wipe fur off and if dealt with quickly, vomit and urine can be cleaned off. However, if your cat is in a scratchy mood, the leather will not be any hindrance whatsoever. Leather punctures easily and it will eventually cause it to tear. Metal Frames: Cats can't stick their claws into metal so it's not fun for them to scratch. This makes it a great alternative to wood, which can be prime scratching material. Microfiber Fabric: The best type of fabric to have on furniture in a cat friendly home is microfiber. Microfiber fabric is made of minuscule fibers that come together to create a lightweight and water resistant material. The density that these super-fine fibers creates gives the furniture a better chance of surviving if a cat decides to use it for a scratching post. Helpful Tip: Scratching posts, cat toys, and carpeted cat trees are helpful distractions to have around the house as an added deterrent to the upholstery. If your upholstery could use some TLC, let us know. We can help!
