Tips for Buying Sofas
Posted by | Living Room Furniture | Posted on January 29th, 2012
If you are in thinking about buying a new sofa, you’re going to want to check out these tips for buying sofas. There are a number of factors that should go into getting the right sofa for your room, such as size, style, angle, and shapes, including corner sofas, leather sofas, and reclining sofas.
Cushions When Buying Sofas
Start by deciding if you like how loose back cushions look or if you prefer the look of attached cushions. Loose back cushions have the advantage of being easy to arrange and place in the most comfortable position. Taking a nap move the cushions, reading a book move the cushions. Both fabric and leather sofas offer these two choices in cushions.
You will also need to decide on the number of cushions you want your new sofa to have. A single cushion offers a sleek, modern line, while two or more cushions offer a traditional line.
Types of Sofa Arms
Next, you’ll want to choose the type of sofa arm. More traditional lines will include the rolled arm, English arm, Parsons arm, or be armless. Modern lines can have a boxed arm or a very padded arm. As a consumer buying sofas it’s good to know what arm style will complement your room the best.
Let’s look at an example. You’re furnishing a den. You want it to have traditional lines but be comfortable and inviting. A leather sofa in a neutral colour with thick padded arms and a recliner might be the perfect choice for the room.
Fabric Choices
When shopping for new sofas you’ll quickly learn there are a number of fabric choices. Leather lasts forever and is very attractive looking. Velvet and chenille are soft and comfy, and brocade is very traditional. If the sofa is going to be in a heavy use area choose fabrics accordingly. Leather wears well but it can be uncomfortable in hot weather.
There are some stunning fabrics to choose from that can really set the tone for a room. This season wide banded stripes in two or three shades are a popular choice – this will stop guests in their tracks. Another popular choice is rich colours like lush purples that add that pop of colour to the room. Mixing leathers with lush fabrics is also a real hit this season and rightfully so. If you’ve never seen such a sofa it’s worth the effort to find and have a look at.
These great tips for buying sofas will help you use your new sofa to create an atmosphere in the room.
Check out the huge collection of sofas online and pick from leather sofas and recliners to create a modern and stylish look in your home.