Top Tips On Buying A Single Seater Barcelona

Reproduction vs Original costs - If you are working on a budget, there are significant savings out there if you are happy with a reproduction. The repro faux leather single seater Barcelona (75cm x 75cm x 75cm) should really cost anywhere between 300 and 500 pounds depending on availability, colour and if you select to purchase the matching ottoman (footstool) which really completes the designer look. As mentioned later in the article, for businesses the cost could also be swayed on the fire rating material requirements. For an original Barcelona chair you'll be spending 3500 - 4500 GBP, and that doesn't include the ottoman (which is around 2- 2.5K GBP). The original chair is manufactured by the designer furnishings company Knoll, and there are several UK distributors from which you can purchase this piece.

Colours - Did you know that some companies can custom upholster these chairs to match any requirements relating to interior design or client demands. There have been bright pink PVC Barcelona chairs, glow in the dark, cow skin and many more. If your current supplier cannot reupholster your chair, you may be able to find a professional upholstery company to do the work for you. If you have your heart set on a certain style it doesn't mean you have to stick to the standard stock finished. Normal colours are black or white.

Quality of Leather - There are several types of leather on the market today, and with the recent fad of importing products from China more 'substitutes' have started to appear coming under all sorts of names. You may hear the phrase 'Faux Leather' or 'Man Made Leather' which is a cheaper substitute usually involving a polyurethane or a polyvinyl chloride covering. Real leather has the added advantage of passing most fire safety tests as it features natural resistance to fire. Genuine leather is also breathable, features natural characteristics, and is often warm to the touch. Always ask for a certificate if you are purchasing the genuine leather original.

Frame - Another overlooked aspect of the Barcelona is the material used in the construction of the legs / frame. Is it chrome coated or stainless steel, 12mm or 32mm wide - these aspects are all telltale signs towards the quality of the product. Of course the originals will use the finest materials available, but it's worth checking the material on the legs to make a fully informed decision which could relate to rusting, oxidation or corrosion. Chrome sometimes has a tendency to peel off after time, whereas stainless steel is much more reliable and can withstand more cleaning and polishing over time.

Fire Rating (FR) - If you are operating in a commercial or business capacity, you'll need to ensure your furniture complies to the Furniture and Furnishings Fire Regulations (BS 5852 Part 1) with regards to cigarette and match resistance. When buying, the figure is usually on a scale of 1-5, with five being the most resistant. Usually an FR rating of 5 is required for businesses, which would usually ensure a cigarette left on the upholstery would not cause an immediate fire and could remain smoldering for a period of time. Whilst the laws are more relaxed in individual's homes, it's always worth checking with the supplier the FR rating, particularly if you are a smoker or live with smokers or have a requirement for match and cigarette resistance. Please remember - this does not just apply to the outside of the furniture, but also the fillings.

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