The Dalmore Tan range is a collection of genuine leather sofas and matching pieces finished in a warm, welcoming tan. Tan is a rich mid-tone that works as well in a modern flat as it does in a traditional home, and because it is genuine leather it develops its own character and softens gently with age rather than looking worse for wear.
The range is built around flexibility. You can buy a single armchair, 2 seater or 3 seater on its own, or choose a matching combination set so every piece sits together as a suite. That makes Dalmore Tan a practical choice whether you are furnishing one room or kitting out a whole living space.
It suits households that want a leather sofa that will earn its keep. Genuine leather is easy to wipe down, copes well with day-to-day family life, and, unlike many fabrics, tends to look better rather than tired as the years go by. In a warm tan finish it reads as an inviting neutral, so it settles into most colour schemes without dominating the room.
Because this is a set-led range, you can build the seating around your room rather than the other way round. The single pieces are the armchair, the 2 seater sofa and the 3 seater sofa. The combination sets available are the 2+1, 3+1, 2+2, 3+2, 3+3, 2+1+1, 3+1+1 and the full 3+2+1 suite, and there is a matching footstool to complete the look.
As a guide, the 2 seater measures around 150cm wide and the 3 seater around 200cm wide, both roughly 92cm deep and 88cm high. Exact dimensions vary by configuration, so always check the measurements on the individual product page before you order. If you need something more compact for a snug or box room, our 2 seater sofas range is worth a look alongside the Dalmore singles.
The combination numbers are simply the seat counts of each piece in the set. A 3+2, for example, is a three seater plus a two seater; a 2+1+1 pairs a two seater with two matching armchairs. That naming makes it easy to picture the layout: pick the numbers that add up to the seating you need, then check they will physically fit the room. The larger the total, the more floor space and clear delivery access you will need.
Every piece in this range is made from genuine leather, confirmed in each product title. Genuine leather is a natural hide, so no two pieces are identical and each carries its own subtle grain. It is distinct from leather-look finishes such as Leather Aire, which give a similar appearance without being genuine leather.
If you would like to compare genuine leather against other finishes and colours before deciding, browse our wider leather sofas collection to see the full range of materials we offer.
Genuine leather and fabric each have their strengths, and the right choice comes down to how your household lives. Genuine leather, as in the Dalmore Tan range, wipes clean easily, does not hold onto pet hair the way a weave can, and develops an attractive patina over time. It tends to feel cooler when you first sit down and warms to you as you settle in.
Fabric, by contrast, feels soft straight away and offers a wider spread of colours and textures, though it generally needs more regular vacuuming and is less forgiving of spills. If you would like to weigh the two up side by side, browse our fabric sofas range and compare it against the Dalmore Tan leather pieces before you decide.
With single pieces and eight set combinations to choose from, it helps to work through the decision in stages: how much seating you need, whether you want matching pieces, and how much room you have to fit it all in.
A single 2 seater or 3 seater suits a smaller room or a household adding to seating they already own. A two-piece set such as a 3+2 or 2+2 gives a coordinated look for a family living room, while a three-piece suite like the 3+2+1 or 3+1+1 provides seating for a larger household or an open-plan space where you want everyone facing in.
Because the range is designed to work together, you can pair any sofa with a matching Dalmore Tan armchair for a reading corner, or add the footstool for extra comfort. If you are building the room in stages, our footstools range shows the complementary pieces you can add later.
Before ordering a set, measure the length and width of your room and, just as importantly, your doorways, hallways and any turns. Larger suites need clear access on delivery day, and a quick measure now saves a lot of trouble later. Our team can talk through dimensions with you over the phone if you are unsure.
Tan is one of the more versatile leather shades. It reads as a warm neutral, so it sits comfortably against wooden flooring, cream carpets or darker walls, and it pairs happily with accent colours from mustard and navy through to forest green. It brings warmth to a room without being as demanding to keep clean as a very pale shade.
It is also a forgiving choice day to day, hiding everyday marks and pet hair better than lighter colours. If tan is not quite the shade you had in mind, our wider tan sofas collection shows other tan-toned options across different ranges.
Genuine leather is straightforward to look after. Wipe it with a clean, slightly damp cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners that can strip the finish. Occasional specialist leather conditioning keeps the hide supple and helps prevent it drying out or cracking over the years.
Deal with spills promptly by blotting rather than rubbing, and keep the sofa out of the path of strong, direct sunlight, which can fade any natural leather over time. A light, regular routine is far easier than trying to recover leather that has been neglected, and it keeps that warm tan colour looking even.
A few habits go a long way with tan leather. Dust the seat and back with a dry microfibre cloth as part of your usual cleaning, and give the whole piece a wipe-down every few weeks rather than only when a mark appears. Avoid parking the sofa hard against a radiator, since sustained heat can dry the hide out just as sunlight does. Treated this way, a tan leather sofa stays supple and keeps its colour for many years.
Genuine leather is a hard-wearing material that stands up well to everyday family life and, unlike many fabrics, tends to improve in appearance as it ages and softens. Because tan is a mid-tone, minor marks and scuffs are less obvious than they would be on a very light or very dark hide.
The durability of the range comes down to the leather itself and sensible everyday care rather than any single feature. For the specific guarantee or aftercare cover on a given piece, check its product page or ask our team before ordering.
A tan leather sofa suits a living room, a snug, a home office or a conservatory, and its warm neutral tone works in both period properties and new builds. In a larger room, arranging a set so the pieces face the main focal point creates a natural conversation area.
Wherever you place it, leave a little breathing room around each piece and keep it out of the direct path of a sunny window where you can. Always check the individual product dimensions against your space before ordering, particularly for the larger suites.
For a set, think about how the pieces relate to one another as well as to the room. Placing a 3 seater along the longest wall with a 2 seater or armchairs at right angles usually makes the most of the space and keeps walkways clear. In an open-plan room, a suite can also be used to zone the seating area from a dining or kitchen space without the need for a physical divider.
Most in-stock Dalmore Tan pieces are delivered within 7–10 working days, with free delivery to England & Wales. Delivery is handled by a two-person employed team who bring each piece to the ground floor of your chosen room, access permitting, and fit any feet or sections on site.
Old sofa removal can be arranged if you would like your existing suite taken away, and packaging is removed on request. Full timings and coverage are set out in our delivery and returns information.
You can spread the cost of a Dalmore Tan sofa or set with a choice of named finance providers, so a larger suite does not have to be paid for in one go.
We offer PayPal Pay in 3, Klarna Pay in 3 or Pay in 30 (both interest-free), Clearpay in 4 interest-free fortnightly payments, and DivideBuy for longer-term plans. All finance is subject to credit check, with full terms shown on our finance page and at checkout.
If your sofa is not right for your room, you are covered by our 14-day change of mind returns policy. Contact our team on 02476 705 600 within the window to arrange it, keeping the item in a resaleable condition.
For details of any guarantee or aftercare cover on your chosen piece, check its product page or ask our team before ordering. Your statutory consumer rights always apply.
Furniture Instore is a Coventry-based retailer with a real showroom, so you can see and feel the genuine leather in person before you order rather than relying on photos alone. Our range holds a 4.8★ Excellent rating from over 4,800 genuine Trustpilot reviews.
We deliver free to England & Wales with our own two-person team, offer flexible finance from named providers, and back every order with our 14-day change of mind returns. If you would like to see how Dalmore Tan compares against the matching sets in other colours, take a look at our wider sofa sets range.
You are always welcome to call us on 02476 705 600 or visit the Coventry showroom for a hand choosing the right configuration for your room.
The Dalmore genuine leather range is also made in other finishes, so you can match it to your room. The Dalmore grey genuine leather sofas offer a cooler, contemporary alternative to tan.
For a lighter, brighter look, the Dalmore cream genuine leather sofas suit rooms where you want to keep things airy.
And for a bolder, more formal finish, the Dalmore black leather sofa sets give the same range in a deep, classic black.
