How to choose a sofa if you have pets

Sharing your home with a pet also means sharing your sofa. That’s why choosing the right sofa when you have pets is key to maintaining a balance between comfort, design and durability.

It’s not about avoiding problems, but anticipating them. There are no scratch-proof fabrics, but there are more suitable options and habits that make a real difference.

With the right choice and proper maintenance, it’s possible to enjoy your sofa for years, even when sharing it with them.

Below are some tips to help you choose your sofa:

1. There are no scratch-proof fabrics for pets

It’s important to be clear from the very beginning: there are no fabrics completely resistant to pet scratches.

However, there are sofa fabrics that are more resistant to pets due to their construction:

• They are harder to snag

• They retain less hair

The most recommended are:

• Tightly woven fabrics

• Velvets

These are the options that work best in homes with pets.

2. Recommended upholstery for pets

Within the Fama collection, there are fabrics particularly suitable due to their resistance and ease of cleaning.

Velvets (ideal for homes with pets)

• Velsatis

• Venice

• Varenna

Tightly woven fabrics (more resistant to daily use)

• Titan

• Mystic

• Aneto

• Glow

• Hudson

Printed fabrics

• La Ligne 29

• Mariscal

• Arty

• Imaginary

All these fabrics feature easy-clean treatments, making daily maintenance much easier.

3. Cleaning and maintenance

Cleaning is key to keeping a sofa in good condition when you have dogs or cats at home.

Recommended:

• Remove hair with a brush or a soft vacuum cleaner

• Clean the sofa regularly with a damp cloth

• Act quickly on stains

Dust, hair and accumulated dirt not only affect appearance, but also damage the fabric over time.

Depending on the fabric chosen, we will provide specific cleaning recommendations from the manufacturer.

4. Better if removable covers

If you have pets, choosing a sofa with removable covers can make a big difference.

Advantages:

• Washable cushions or seat covers

• Easier cleaning

• Better maintenance control

Following the washing instructions is key to maintaining the fabric’s appearance and durability.

5. Daily use: small habits that make a difference

Beyond the fabric, usage is crucial.

Some recommendations:

• Prevent pets from using delicate areas to sharpen their claws

• Protect high-wear areas

• Maintain regular cleaning

Claws, saliva and continuous use can affect the fabric if these aspects are not properly managed.

6. Training and coexistence

The sofa is also part of your pet’s learning process.

We should help them:

• Understand which areas they can use and which they cannot

• Develop progressive habits for sofa use

If you follow all these tips, your sofa will remain in perfect condition for many years.