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Custom cushion covers for leather couch. Need help!

6 years ago

Our cat got locked in the house one day and urinated on two cushion of our leather couch. The manufacturer doesn't offer replacement covers since they don't make leather furniture anymore.

We really like the couch and hate to rid of it. I can't find a leather source that can match the leather. Our next option is to have some covers made from a coordinating/complimentary fabric, but we aren't sure what color, pattern, or texture to go with.

Any good ideas?

Cute daughter is a bonus ;)

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hummingalong2

6 years ago

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sonni1
6 years ago
I can't imagine that you would be happy with "coordinating" cushions. How badly is the leather damaged? Is it not possible to clean them up - treat with a cat urine deodorizer and just turn them over?
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yvonnecmartin
6 years ago
Is it really in the leather or the stuffing?

I suggest that you keep looking for someone who can match the leather. Maybe someone who restores vintage automobiles. Ask at a high-end antique dealer.

Otherwise, I would consider black leather or brown suede that "matches" the brown.
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JAN MOYER
6 years ago
I suggest you get rid of it. By the time you FLOOD the cushioning with hydrogen peroxide , the fill will be ruined. The cat is going to return to the spot. ....... even if this is an "outdoor" kitty, and I won't go there.

At the very least new cushioning is required, along with all new covering for seats and backs. Start over dear,
milepo
Original Author
6 years ago
sonni1 and yvonnecmartin, we tried every chemical and DIY we could find, but could never rid of the smell from the leather. We got it out of the stuffing, but those are easily replaceable.

JAN MOYER, I think I will try one last local saddlery shop and if they can't find me leather close to match, then we will just get a new one. Thank you for the help :)
sonni1
6 years ago
I'm sorry. I feel your pain. I was able to reupholster my sofa and ottoman and I finally replaced my kitchen table (cats!). By the way, very very cute daughter.
Christine Smith
6 years ago
Unfortunately your cat will come back no matter what you do. I️ have never found anything to take that cat smell out and even if you don't smell it the cat will. I️ have gone through numerous area rugs after our older cat peed on them. And he even went on the new ones. So now I'm waiting for him to go to cat heaven before I️ spend any more money on new rugs.

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