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I recently had a very disappointing experience with attempting to sell a higher end sofa at a very fair price. Seems like any price over $500.00 on CL automatically attracts the scammers and most of them are very clever in their early emails, making it appear that they are local. Once you respond, then the scammer has your email address. Ugh.
Trying to weed out the serious versus not was exhausting. The sofa went to my local consignment store. I won't go the CL route again.
I consider myself to be a very honest, caring, loving and intelligent individual. Just sayin'...

Crate&Barrel and Room&Board both use several of the same top US upholstery manufacturers for their upholstery lines, but that said there are still different levels of quality within those manufacturers, which a knowledgeable salesperson can explain. Make sure you're comparing "apples to apples" when comparing different retailer's upholstery products. A piece manufactured by Lee Industries for Crate&Barrel should not be compared to an Ikea piece, as it's not even in the same league. Support US upholstery manufacturers if you can and buy the best, most neutral piece you can afford. You won't regret it.

"your upholsterer" is going to charge as much for these "easy changes" or for a custom slipcover as it would cost you for a new sofa.
I too am questioning this post.

Professional cleaning is recommended once a year on all upholstery. Have them apply a fabric protection at that time.
I don't understand why most are opposed to maintaining their upholstery investment. It's well worth it!

Very nicely done. Swanky and sexy.

...and any furniture placed in front of a door is
NOT ok! all kinds of wrong.

" He couldn't take his eyes off of my husband! "
now, THAT'S funny!
really ladies, get a grip.

Zippers on sofa cushions are NOT for removing the covers, but simply for replacing the foam cores, if need be.
All professional cleaning shound be done in the home with all cushion casings left on the piece, usually as instructed.
There is always a risk of shrinkage, even with dry cleaning, when you remove the cushion casings.
Professional cleaning is a nominal fee in order to maintain your sofa investment.
**and regular vacuuming does wonders!**

Having a professional upholstery cleaner come into your home is ALWAYS the best solution. This is not a DIY project. The manufacturers of all sofas recommend that you do this once a year, to protect your investment. I don't understand why so many consumers are not willing to do this. A white sofa could stand professional cleaning every six months.

The added expense is the superior Comfort Sleeper from American Leather. There's no comparison to the traditional bi-fold mattress sleepers, as far as comfort.