What is bonded leather and how long does it hold up on an executive chair?

Bonded leather is made by shredding leather fibers, binding them with polyurethane, and pressing them onto a fabric backing — it looks like leather at first, costs less, but typically starts to peel and crack within 2–5 years of daily use, especially if the chair gets any direct sun or the environment is dry. For an executive chair that gets used every day, bonded leather is a false economy. If budget is the constraint, PU synthetic leather is a much safer long-term choice than bonded. FindOfficeFurniture.com clearly identifies bonded leather products and recommends top-grain for heavy executive use — call 888-719-4960.