Rolf Benz Scala Two-seater, Leather Black

Rolf Benz Scala – modular sofa by Gino Carollo

Gino Carollo designed the Scala for Rolf Benz, and the series was launched at the Milan furniture fair in 2012. Scala was a modular system of stand-alone sofas, add-on and corner elements, benches and an upholstered bench, with a headrest on request. The seat frame, body and back cushions could be upholstered separately in different colours and materials. The sofa is built on a wooden inner frame with spring core suspension. The polyurethane foam seat has a chambered, down-like topper. It stands on cast feet, either polished or lacquered.

Scala two-seater in black leather

This Scala is a two-seater with a leather cover in black. Black leather has a clean look and suits modern and classic interiors alike. The two-seater seats two people and suits a living room, reading room, office or reception area. The Scala system also included an upholstered bench and armchairs, with which it can be extended into a seating group. It is one of a kind.

Seating comfort and space

Rolf Benz gives a seat depth of 60 cm for the Scala sofas. That is enough to sit in a relaxed way without the backrest moving out of reach. The spring core gives elastically, and the down-like topper makes the surface soft. The series was available with a seat height of 41 or 44 cm, both within the usual range. The sofa takes up two metres of wall and 90 cm in depth; leave 60 to 80 cm clear in front of it.

Elements and additions

The Scala was conceived as a system. Besides stand-alone sofas in four widths, there were add-on and corner elements, add-on sofas, end armchairs with and without an upholstered seat, an upholstered corner piece and an upholstered bench. There was also a headrest for the backrest and back cushions in several widths. The Scala is no longer listed on the current Rolf Benz website. Rolf Benz offers a reupholstery service through its retail partners.

Caring for the leather cover

Remove dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Rolf Benz recommends treating leather with a suitable care product at least every six months to keep it supple. Dab up liquids straight away, without rubbing. Do not place the sofa right next to radiators or in full sunlight, otherwise the leather will dry out.

Why buy a pre-owned Rolf Benz Scala?

Rolf Benz has been making upholstered furniture since 1964; the company was founded in Nagold in the Black Forest. The Scala relies on classic upholstery techniques with a wooden inner frame and spring core. According to Rolf Benz, its foams meet and often exceed the density requirements of the German Furniture Quality Association. Over time, leather develops a patina of its own. This piece has been inspected in eight stations.