The Best Pet- and Kid-Friendly Sofas You Can Buy Now
Fur. Spills. Crumbs. Slime. Bouncing. These are the imminent dangers to your home when you have pets and/or kids, so you have to make sure your furniture can stand up to them — especially your family sofa. Sound complicated? It’s not — especially because we did the research for you and found an assortment of pet-friendly sofas that are perfect for even the most chaotic households.
Built with sturdy frames and upholstered in durable fabrics, these couches are pretty much indestructible, easy to clean, and — best of all — actually stylish.
Below, check out some of our favorite kid- and pet-friendly sofas on the market. But before you do, let’s chat a little bit about how to buy a sofa for families with pets and kids— specifically, the differences between fabrics.
The Best Sofa Fabrics for Kids and Pets
- Look for the right kind of leather. Leather is one of the most durable materials, so it’s a great choice for households with kids and pets. However, according to leather supply chain advisor Eurofins / BLC, not all leathers are created equally. Aniline leather is the most natural and has not been treated with any dyes, so it’s the most sensitive to scuffs — you’ll want to avoid it in this instance. Instead, look for semi-aniline or pigmented leather, which has been treated to make it more durable (and less expensive). Also keep an eye out for “top-grain” leather, which is considered more durable than split leather.
- When in doubt, opt for classic microfiber. You can’t go wrong with microfiber or canvas furniture. These materials are made to withstand all sorts of use and are typically easy to clean and take care of.
- Stay away from delicate fabrics. You’ll want to look for fabric that has a tight weave — chenille, velvet, and silk are all no-gos, unless you get a special performance variety that is stronger than normal.