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Details at a Glance
- Overall Dimensions (W x D x H): 84 in. W x 42 in. D x 40 in. H
- Inside Dimensions: 70 in. W x 22 in. D
- Seat Height: 18 inches
- Seat Depth: 23 inches
- Arm Dimensions: 25 in. H x 7 in. W
- Weight: Approximately 180 pounds
- Upholstery Material: Top-grain leather, dark brown
- Frame Material: Kiln-dried solid hardwood
- Spring System: 8-way hand-tied coil springs
- Seat Cushion Fill: Individually pocketed coils, high-density foam, down channels
- Back Cushion Fill: Siliconized hollow polyester fiber
- Motion Type: Stationary
- Assembly: Attach legs (10-15 minutes)
- Country of Origin: Made in USA (North Carolina)
Plenty of sofas say they're built to last, but very few are built start to finish by one person. The Chattam Dark Brown Leather Sofa, available at Uptown Sebastian with free shipping, is bench-made in North Carolina by a single craftsperson, with 8-way hand-tied springs under coil-on-coil cushions and dark brown top-grain leather on a kiln-dried hardwood frame. Its rolled English arms and traditional proportions look right in a formal living room and still invite you to sink in at the end of the day.
How Is This Sofa Actually Built?
The frame is kiln-dried solid hardwood with double-doweled, glued, and screwed joints, so it won't warp or work loose as humidity changes. Underneath the seat, each coil spring is hand-tied to its neighbors in eight directions for even support, and every seat cushion holds its own unit of individually pocketed coils surrounded by high-density foam and sewn channels of down. The top-grain leather shows natural markings and will build a rich patina over years of use rather than looking worn.
What Can You Choose on This Piece?
As listed, the Chattam comes in dark brown top-grain leather with solid hardwood legs. The removable seat cushions use Velcro stabilizers so they stay put, and you can rotate them to keep wear even. If you'd like to ask about other leathers or finishes, our team can walk you through what's available before you order.
How Long Does It Take to Build?
Each Chattam is bench-made in North Carolina, where one craftsperson handles the frame, springs, cushions, and leather from start to finish. Call our team for the current build time before you order. When it arrives, attaching the solid hardwood legs takes about 10-15 minutes.
Where Does This Sofa Work Best?
At 84 inches wide, it anchors a traditional living room or study and fits rooms about 12 feet wide or more with comfortable walkways on each side. The 23-inch seat depth balances upright posture and relaxed lounging, so it works for both conversation and movie nights. Pair it with a companion loveseat, or browse our leather sofas and custom leather furniture to build a full seating plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does bench-made mean?
- Bench-made furniture is designed and built by one craftsperson, or two at most, from frame to finish--rather than passed down a factory assembly line.
- What does 8-way hand-tied mean?
- Each coil spring is knotted by hand to the springs around it in eight directions, so the whole seat deck moves together and distributes weight evenly instead of sagging in one spot.
- Will the leather soften over time?
- Yes--top-grain leather relaxes and develops a subtle patina as natural oils from use condition the surface, so it becomes more comfortable as it breaks in.
- Does it require assembly?
- Only the legs attach--it takes about 10-15 minutes with the provided hardware.
- Will it fit through my door?
- At 84 inches wide it will need to angle through most residential doorways; measure your narrowest entry and hallway turns before ordering.
- How do I care for the leather?
- Wipe spills right away with a soft cloth and condition the leather every six to twelve months to keep it supple--our care guide walks you through the routine.