American Leather Furniture in Knoxville, Tennessee
Custom leather and fabric seating, made to order in Dallas, Texas in as little as 30 days. Home of the Comfort Sleeper — the world’s best sleeper sofa. Come experience the full line at Braden’s showroom in Knoxville.
American-Made Custom Seating Since 1990
American Leather was founded in 1990 in Dallas, Texas with a straightforward idea: build high-quality seating to order, in America, and do it faster than anyone thought possible. At a time when most furniture companies were moving production overseas and filling warehouses with inventory, American Leather went the other direction. They set up a factory in Dallas and committed to building every piece only after a customer ordered it. No stockpiles, no generic configurations — just made-to-order furniture with a turnaround of 30 to 45 days. More than three decades later, that’s still how they work, and they’ve never moved production out of Dallas.
The Comfort Sleeper changed everything for the brand. Traditional sleeper sofas had been terrible for decades — thin mattresses draped over metal bars, uncomfortable for anyone unlucky enough to sleep on them. American Leather’s patented mechanism replaced all of that with a platform system that holds a real mattress, including a Tempur-Pedic option. No bars, no springs, no apologies. It’s the kind of innovation that seems obvious in hindsight but took real engineering to execute. The Comfort Sleeper became their signature product and turned American Leather into a brand people seek out by name.
At Braden’s, we carry American Leather because they represent the best of what custom furniture can be: genuinely made to order, built in America, delivered in weeks instead of months, and available in over 100 leathers and fabrics so you get exactly what you want. Whether you’re looking for a Comfort Sleeper for your guest room or a custom sectional for your living room, this is furniture that’s built around your choices. Come see it in our Knoxville showroom — and try the Comfort Sleeper for yourself.
What Goes Into Every American Leather
American Leather combines made-to-order manufacturing with innovative engineering — building every piece in Dallas with the materials and configuration you choose. Here’s what sets their approach apart.
Made-to-Order in 30–45 Days
Every piece of American Leather furniture is built to order in their Dallas, Texas factory. There’s no warehouse full of pre-made sofas waiting to ship — your piece doesn’t exist until you choose it. You select the style, the size, the leather or fabric, and the configuration, and then skilled craftspeople build it specifically for you. The typical turnaround is 30 to 45 days, which is remarkably fast for true custom manufacturing. Most companies that offer this level of customization take three to four months. American Leather figured out how to deliver made-to-order quality on a timeline that actually respects your patience.
Comfort Sleeper Technology
The Comfort Sleeper is the product that changed American Leather’s trajectory and arguably redefined what a sleeper sofa could be. The patented mechanism eliminates the metal bars and springs that make traditional sleeper sofas miserable to sleep on. Instead, it uses a platform system that supports a real mattress — including a Tempur-Pedic option — so your guests are sleeping on an actual bed, not a torture device disguised as hospitality. The mechanism folds flat and compact, which means the sofa itself doesn’t have to be oversized to hide the hardware. It’s an engineering solution to a problem everyone accepted as unsolvable, and it works.
Performance Leather
American Leather’s re:source performance leather program addresses one of the biggest hesitations people have about leather furniture: durability in real life. These leathers are engineered to resist staining, fading, and wear while still looking and feeling like genuine leather — because they are genuine leather. The re:source collection includes over 100 options across a range of colors and textures, so you’re not sacrificing style for practicality. It’s leather that can handle kids, pets, and daily life without requiring you to treat your living room like a museum.
American Leather Collections at Bradens
Why Buy American Leather at Braden’s?
- Authorized American Leather dealer in East Tennessee with full manufacturer warranty and support
- Comfort Sleeper specialist — we’ll help you choose the right model, mattress, and configuration for your space
- Custom leather and fabric options — browse over 100 materials in person and see how they look on actual frames
- Sit and compare in our showroom — try Comfort Sleepers, recliners, and seating before you commit to a custom order
- 12-month financing available — invest in made-to-order quality without the full upfront cost
- White-glove delivery — professional in-home delivery, setup, and packaging removal throughout the Knoxville area
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is American Leather furniture made?
Every piece of American Leather furniture is made in Dallas, Texas. The company was founded there in 1990 and has kept all manufacturing in their Dallas facility ever since. They build everything to order — nothing sits in a warehouse. When you place an order, skilled craftspeople in Dallas cut, sew, and assemble your specific piece, typically completing it within 30 to 45 days. It’s genuinely American-made furniture with a remarkably fast custom turnaround.
What is the Comfort Sleeper?
The Comfort Sleeper is American Leather’s patented sleeper sofa that eliminates the metal bars and springs found in traditional sleeper sofas. Instead of a thin, uncomfortable fold-out mattress, the Comfort Sleeper uses a platform mechanism that supports a real mattress — including a Tempur-Pedic option. The result is a sleeper sofa that guests actually want to sleep on. The mechanism folds compactly, so the sofa itself looks and sits like a regular sofa during the day. It’s available in dozens of styles and can be customized with your choice of leather or fabric.
What is American Leather’s performance leather?
American Leather’s re:source performance leather collection features genuine leathers that are engineered for durability and easy maintenance. These leathers resist staining, fading, and everyday wear while maintaining the look and feel of natural leather. The re:source program includes over 100 color and texture options, making it a practical choice for households with children, pets, or simply a lot of daily use. It’s real leather that’s built to handle real life.
Where can I buy American Leather in Knoxville?
Braden’s is an authorized American Leather dealer serving the Knoxville, Tennessee area. You can see and try American Leather furniture in person at our showroom at 11105 Turkey Drive in Knoxville, including Comfort Sleeper models you can open and test. Our team can walk you through the full range of custom options — from leather and fabric selections to configurations and mattress upgrades. Stop by or schedule a design appointment to get started.
Experience American Leather in Knoxville
The best way to understand what makes American Leather different is to sit on it — and if you’re considering a Comfort Sleeper, to open one up and see the mechanism for yourself. Visit our Knoxville showroom to try the furniture in person, explore leather and fabric options, and let our team help you configure the perfect piece for your home.
Knoxville Showroom
11105 Turkey Drive
Knoxville, TN 37934
Mon–Sat 10am–7pm
(Tue–Thu until 6pm)
Maryville Location
119 Airbag Way
Maryville, TN
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Est in 1956
With nearly seven decades of experience, we’ve built our name on craftsmanship, care, and a deep understanding of what makes a house feel like home.
Designed for Life
We choose every piece for its lasting quality, timeless style, and ability to bring comfort and character to everyday living.
People first, always
From the way we design to the way we serve, we put people at the heart of everything we do.