Leather Butterfly Chairs for Living Room — Genuine Leather BKF Chairs

A genuine leather butterfly chair — also called a BKF chair or sling chair — is a mid-century design icon that works as well in 2025 as it did in 1938. Our full-grain leather butterfly chairs pair sculptural steel frames with hand-stitched leather slings that grow more comfortable and more beautiful with every year of use.

Why Choose a Leather Butterfly Chair?

Fabric and canvas slings sag, stain, and lose their tension after a few years. Full-grain leather holds its shape, develops a rich patina, and is easy to wipe clean. A leather butterfly chair is the only living room chair that genuinely gets better with age — just like a leather sofa, but at a fraction of the price.

Dimensions and Weight Capacity

Our leather butterfly chairs suit adults up to 120 kg. The sling opening is approximately 90 cm wide and 70 cm deep — spacious enough to sit cross-legged or lounge sideways. The powder-coated steel frame folds flat for easy storage or transport. Assembly takes under five minutes.

Leather Options

Available in dark brown, tan, cognac, and black full-grain leather. Each sling is hand-stitched with waxed thread at stress points — the areas where cheap chairs split first. The leather thickness (2.5–3mm) is double what most furniture-grade slings use.

Indoor and Outdoor Use

Our leather butterfly chairs are designed for indoor use. For occasional outdoor use in dry conditions, treat the leather with a water-repellent spray and bring inside when not in use. The powder-coated steel frame is rust-resistant.

Free Worldwide Shipping

We ship free to the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and the EU. Orders dispatched in 2–3 business days (larger items). 30-day hassle-free returns. 1-year craftsmanship warranty.

FAQ

Are leather butterfly chairs comfortable?
Yes. The sling conforms to your body weight and the leather softens with use. Most customers find them as comfortable as a bucket chair after the first few weeks of break-in.

Can I replace the leather sling?
Yes. Our replacement leather slings are sold separately. The frame and sling detach in minutes — extending the life of the chair indefinitely.

What room does a butterfly chair suit best?
Living rooms, reading nooks, home offices, and bedrooms. Their compact footprint (under 80cm wide when open) makes them ideal for smaller spaces where a full armchair would overwhelm the room.