How To Choose The Perfect Sofa
With so many options available, choosing the perfect sofa can be a minefield. To help you find the right sofa for your needs, follow these top tips to help your sofa hunt.
Sofas and settees are an important investment for any home. Sofas bring your living room together, breathe life and style into your room and are essential for bringing comfort and cosiness to your room, whether you are curled up with a book or settled for a boxset marathon. Follow our guide to make sure that you choose the perfect sofa.
- Size Matters
The first step in selecting the right sofa is considering the size of the sofa that you need and the shape of the room. For smaller living rooms, you do not want the settee to dominate the whole room and make the space feel confined. If you’re choosing your sofa to be the focal point of your lounge, then make sure the sofa is big enough to fill the space, especially if you have a large living room.
If you have a large family or prefer to sprawl out on the sofa, opt for a large sofa such as a corner sofa or a 3 seater. If the space is smaller, consider the use of armchairs and swivel chairs to give you ample seating without taking up too much space.
- Consider The Focal Point
How do you want your sofa to be positioned? If you’re a family of movie fans, then choose a sofa that will help you all to see the TV at the best angle. In this case, a corner sofa may be more appropriate than two smaller 2 seater sofas. If you enjoy playing games and chatting, have 2 seater sofas positioned opposite each other to help the flow of conversation and create a more intimate setting.
If you’re family of bookworms, opt for cosy individual armchairs, swivel chairs and footstools to help everyone curl up in their own way and enjoy the space quietly without being disturbed. If you’re lucky enough to have a large space, consider zoning the area to accommodate for all your family needs.
- Choose The Right Upholstery
While you want your home to be stylish and impeccably designed, it’s important for your space to be functional and practical. For example, leather and faux leather sofas are hardwearing and practical as they are easy to clean and wear well with age. Leather sofas are great for families with younger children and homes with pets.
Sofas made of fabric and jumbo cord fabric are ideal for cosiness and comfort and come in a range of colours perfect for creating a colour theme in your living room. If you want plush and luxurious seating, opt for jumbo cord fabrics for a sofa that you can’t wait to sink into.
- Choose The Right Style
There are many different styles of sofa that will suit your personal design preferences. If you like sleek and stylish, opt for settees with smooth, clean lines and angular edges. If you like comfort and curled corners, opt for a vintage style in warming colours. To find out your perfect sofa style, check out the range of styles at www.furniturestop.co.uk.
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