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I need a new couch... ??

One that can withstand small children and clumsy adults. I'm just not sure where I should start looking. Is there any material other than leather that can be easily cleaned?

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Farrahann

Asked by Farrahann at 4:48 PM on May. 6, 2012 in Home & Garden

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  • microsuede?
    meooma

    Answer by meooma at 4:48 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • i would recommend thrift stores.
    we got ours for $60. previous owner little old lady. it looks brand new.

    the problem with micro suede it that the texture can be rubbed off. leather cracks and fades (sweat stains also)
    ours is plain plaid fabric and will be replaced in a few years, but at less than $100 who cares?
    feralxat

    Answer by feralxat at 5:03 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • I have microsuede. It cleans very easily using Krud Kutter - available just about anywhere for less than $5.
    Ginger0104

    Answer by Ginger0104 at 5:57 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • I also have micro suede. It's withstanding our 5 kids very nicely and cleans well.
    missanc

    Answer by missanc at 6:49 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • microsuede here too. you can also get almost anything scotchguarded. also slipcovers are an option, just take off and wash when dirty.
    annanonnymommy

    Answer by annanonnymommy at 7:07 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • IKEA EKTORP Sofa, they have lots of covers in different colors to choose from. And you can configure them the way you want.
    Mom2princessq

    Answer by Mom2princessq at 8:12 PM on May. 6, 2012

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  • Thanks ladies!
    Farrahann

    Comment by Farrahann (original poster) at 6:36 AM on May. 7, 2012

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  • We have a U-shaped sectional by Bauhaus that is made of microsuede. It's strong and easy to clean.
    robinkane

    Answer by robinkane at 10:23 AM on May. 7, 2012

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  • Thanks robinkane.. Going to their website now. This is not easy. They're are so many different ways to construct a couch.
    Farrahann

    Comment by Farrahann (original poster) at 1:33 PM on May. 7, 2012

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  • I hate leather, but you might want to go that route, since it is easy to clean with leather cleaner, as opposed to upholstered furniture.
    tasches

    Answer by tasches at 8:24 PM on May. 7, 2012

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