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Sara Hesikova

Did you know you could be allergic to your sofa? Expert shares how you can tell and what to do about it

A living room with a light-coloured sofa with milti-coloured cushions.

Did you know that there is such a thing as a sofa allergy?! That’s right, you could actually be allergic to your sofa. Also known as 'sofa dermatitis' or 'upholstered furniture dermatitis', sofa allergy can develop as a result of contact with materials found in and on sofas which can lead to skin irritation and other forms of allergic reactions.

Just imagine finally getting the best sofa you could picture only to find out you’re allergic to it – crushing. But whether you’re suspecting you might have an allergy to something in your sofa, you’re not sure or you want to be informed just in case, then there are several warning signs to look out for.

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