Upholstery and Fabrics - Flaking Leather cushion

i have a leather couch with one cushion that has the leather flaking off showing a light brown underside. Can anyone tell me how to fix this. Thank you in advance.
-Dennis

is it old or new? is it just wear? or is it dry & cracking? was it an expensive piece or kind of on the cheaper side?

It's not really a cheap peice of furniture. Only one cushion is flaking. Any sugesstions? Thanks-Dennis

You could try leather conditioner, but it's probably beyond the point where that will help now
It couldn't hurt, and if it's not to far gone, you might get some more use out of it
Sorry there's not a fix per say, other than having it redone

There are so many types of leathers, finishes, and dyes. Leather manufacturers recommend professional leather cleaning and repairs. If your item is still under warranty you should pursue that. If not, you are out of luck. You may have to have the piece examined and affected areas reupholstered by a professional.

It's drying out because... well, because it's dead... and it hasn't been conditioned (i.e. oiled) for a long time. If you're capable of restoring your own hands after a day gardening, then you're qualified to help this couch. I think you'll be delighted at how supple the leather can become.

The cracking, of course, can't be healed. But conditioning will help blend down the scar and prevent new ones.

I personally don't bother with special leather cleaners. I just use neatsfoot oil (plus dubbin for outdoor goods), wiping it on and off until clear. For really dried stuff I reapply next day as the first coat may take some time to soak in. Plain neatsfoot oil is rather greasy for a couch, and there are numerous patent lotions that say "upholstery" right on the bottle, readily available.