HOW TO CHOOSE THE PERFECT SOFA FOR THE LIVING ROOM

The sofa is the most important piece of furniture in a home. Even though each home is unique in style and atmosphere, the thing that most homes have in common is the sofa in the living room, the family’s favorite place for moments of relaxation, fun, reading, movies and meetings with friends. Therefore, the purchase of a sofa represents an important investment, and choosing it can be a real challenge. The perfect sofa depends on the preferences of family members, available space and design style, but the most important factors in the selection remain quality and comfort. Please see below the elements that must be taken into account when choosing a sofa for the living room.

STYLE

When choosing a sofa, you need to think about the style of the sofa that matches your personal preferences and the interior design of your home. For a casual living room, you can choose a sofa with a back and seat cushions, while for an elegant style, an upholstered sofa with decorative buttons may be more suitable.

DIMENSION

Before purchasing, measure both the available space and the overall dimensions of the desired sofa. To be sure that the product in question fits inside the room, leaving enough space for the other pieces of furniture, but also for daily activities, it is even recommended to cut the shape of the sofa out of paper to the actual dimensions and place it on the floor. Thus, you will be able to visualize the real placement of the sofa in the living room, before the actual purchase.

FABRICS

The upholstery material has a huge impact on the room. It must complement the interior design style, but it must also meet practical needs. If you place the sofa close to the window or in a space exposed to the sun, it is good to choose fade / UV resistant fabrics. If you have pets or small children, choose scratch and stain resistant fabrics with a more neutral color. For durability, you can opt for ecofriendly or naturally derived fabrics such as cotton, canvas, linen or wool.

FRAME

Invest in a quality, durable frame that will allow you to enjoy your favorite sofa for many years. One option in this regard is a solid hardwood frame, and as an alternative you can opt for a chipboard or metal construction, but of a higher quality. At the same time, always select manufacturers that offer a longer warranty period.

CUSHIONS

The level of comfort offered by a sofa is primarily given by the back support system, respectively by the comfort of the back cushion. There are sofas with a back consisting of a single cushion, but also sofas with several cushions, each model having advantages and disadvantages. While single-cushion sofas present an elegant and formal look, multi-cushion sofas offer the possibility of rearranging or even replacing them according to preference. At the same time, cushions with decorative buttons can add an extra touch of elegance.

Remember, when choosing the sofa for the living room: it takes time to search the perfect one! Choosing a sofa is not done in a hurry, without being sure that you have found the best option, without testing and analyzing several options. It is also recommended not to invest in a couch that is trendy unless you plan to change it in a short time. Choosing a classic, timeless style and fabric will make the chosen sofa model fit into any interior for a longer period of time.