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LIFESTYLE

A HOME FOR YOU AND YOUR PETS:

Creating a Pet-Friendly Space

Without Compromising Style

ur pets are part of the family, but keeping your home stylish and If you’re looking for upholstery that
practical while catering to your furry friends can feel like a tricky can handle the demands of pet life,
Obalancing act. The challenges of maintaining a pet-friendly home can avoid open-weave fabrics like tweed or
seem endless, from shedding fur on the furniture to muddy paw prints on velvet. These tend to trap fur and are
the floor. However, you don’t have to choose between a well-designed home easily damaged by claws. Instead, opt
and making your pets comfortable. With some clever design choices, you can for tightly woven fabrics or those with
create a beautiful, functional space that works for everyone. stain-resistant technology. For an extra
layer of protection, consider machine-
Here’s how to keep your home looking its best while ensuring your pets have washable slipcovers. They allow you
the comfort they deserve. to easily refresh your furniture when
it needs a quick clean, keeping things
Pet-Friendly Fabrics: Durable, Stylish, and Easy to Clean practical without sacrificing style.
One of the biggest concerns for pet owners is choosing the right fabrics that
can withstand the inevitable wear and tear. Pets tend to leave their mark – Pet-Proof Flooring: Tough,
shedding fur, scratching surfaces, or having the occasional accident. The Beautiful, and Easy to Maintain
secret to keeping your furniture looking fresh is selecting fabrics as durable Your floors are one of the most exposed
as they are beautiful. areas in the home, especially if you have
active pets running around. Scratches,
Leather is a popular option because it’s both stylish and pet-friendly. It’s spills, and muddy paws can quickly
easy to wipe down and doesn’t trap fur like other fabrics. While leather might ruin delicate flooring, so it’s essential
develop scratches over time, these can add to its natural patina, giving your to choose materials that can stand
furniture a lived-in, characterful look. Microfiber is a great alternative for up to pet-related challenges without
those who prefer softer fabrics. It resists stains, is easy to clean, and doesn’t compromising the overall aesthetic of
attract pet hair as much as other materials. your home.

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