The right furniture for your pet-friendly home

If you decided to finally adopt a furry little friend, or are looking to upgrade your furniture to better suit your pet-friendly household, yet are having difficulty determining exactly what fabrics are the best options, we are here to help. There are quite a few great choices out there and tips to keep your home an inviting haven for both your pet and visitors, while also maintaining the great style you already possess.

  • Check it out: Don't just settle for what fabric is on the piece or the fabric that "feels the best" or is the "perfect color"; instead check out what the fabric is actually made from and how it will hold up and clean. Every fabric should come with a unique grading for wearablity – or how long the fabric should last, and cleanability — or how the fabric should be cleaned. You can choose from many fabrics today that have both high wearablity ratings and are easily cleaned with water.
  • Try microfiber or synthetic fabrics: If you have a lot of difficulties with pet hair removal, some microfiber fabrics feature tight weaves which prevent loose hair from sticking to it. Even if some hair does stick to looser woven fabrics, you can just wipe or vacuum them right off. Furthermore, many synthetic fabrics tend to last longer and are less expensive than natural-fiber fabrics, which is great with all the wear and tear your couch or chair will receive from your pet. Bonus Tip: Try to buy fabrics that are nearest in color to your pet's coat to reduce the visible signs of the hair.
  • All about the leather: Leather is the most durable fabric — or rather, skin — you can choose for your pet. It will be able to withstand the pressure, and paws, of a pet-friendly household. There is also no fear of hair or stains sticking to leather as it will wipe right off. However, be sure to find out if the "leather" furniture you're looking at is actually leather and ask a sales professional about what type is right for you to avoid scratches. If you get a distressed leather piece of furniture, you might not even have to worry about scratches, which is a definite plus.

Come to Arwood's Furniture and Mattress for all your quality furniture in every price range. You'll find the best selection, service and prices from any Kansas City furniture stores.