Malta Four Seater Sofa | Buffalo Leather | Enoki Brown

The Malta Sofa is a bold, contemporary piece that combines generous proportions with the luxurious texture of premium full-grain aniline leather. With its solid, low-profile design and substantial armrests, this sofa makes a statement in any space. The Malta Sofa’s leather upholstery is tightly fitted, creating a refined and polished look that enhances its modern appeal.

Handcrafted for lasting quality, the frame is constructed with durable timber, while the seating is generously padded with high-density foam that provides firm support and long-lasting resilience. Over time, the foam will soften by approximately 30%, achieving a more relaxed and inviting comfort as the sofa adapts to regular use.

SPECIFICATIONS

W 290cm | D 112cm | H 67cm

Seat height: 45cm

Armrest height: 67cm

Backrest height: 22cm

Crafted with a frame of chipboard, treated pine rails and MDF Supawood, this piece features high-density foam cushioning and is upholstered in premium full-grain aniline leather for a refined, tactile finish.

ANILINE LEATHER

This product is made from premium full-grain aniline leather, renowned for its luxury appeal and suitability for boutique settings. Aniline leather is considered the finest quality and most natural-looking type of leather. Its strength, soft feel, and artistic textures showcase the unique irregularities on the hide’s surface, highlighting its distinct character.

Made from the topmost layer of the hide, the most durable and desirable part. This leather undergoes an aniline treatment using soluble dyes to preserve its natural grain, markings, scars, and wrinkles. This process ensures that the leather remains in its most natural, raw, and soft state, with no protective coating applied.

During the aniline dyeing process, the leather absorbs dye at varying rates, leading to high colour variation. The natural oils in the leather, combined with the aniline dye, subtly affect the final hue, making each hide one of a kind. Since no pigments or coatings are used, the leather absorbs spills quickly and has low stain resistance, requiring careful maintenance.

Only around 5% of full-grain leather hides are considered perfect enough for aniline treatment, further emphasising its premium quality. Over time, this leather will develop a patina quickly, aging beautifully while remaining soft and supple due to the lack of additional processing or stiffening treatments.

BUFFALO LEATHER

Buffalo leather is the epitome of timeless elegance and enduring quality. Renowned for its strength, versatility, and rich texture, it is one of the finest leathers available. Characterised by a distinctive grain and deep, natural tones, Buffalo leather exudes sophistication and refinement. With proper care, it develops a beautiful patina over time, further enhancing its natural beauty and ensuring a lifetime of enjoyment.

Buffalo leather features an epidermal layer up to three times thicker than cowhide, making it exceptionally strong and resilient. Unlike mass-produced, plastic-coated leathers, each hide retains its organic features, ensuring that no two pieces are ever alike. Natural characteristics are part of its authenticity and should be embraced rather than viewed as imperfections.

Our Uniqwa buffalo leather is a sustainable byproduct of responsible farming practices. By using this beautiful, durable material, we ensure that resources are fully utilised and waste is minimised, promoting sustainability in our production process. These unique features make Buffalo leather the best quality leather on the market, offering both unmatched durability and natural beauty.