Tips for Choosing a Perfect Sofa
How to purchase sofa with
confidence
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As one of furniture centerpieces, sofa should be chosen to
fit in with the room design, as well as to be functional.
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https://flic.kr/p/dJVYS) |
One problem you certainly won’t face when you’re picking out your new sofa is a
lack of choice. Nowadays the possibilities are almost endless. In fact, there are so many choices that browsing
through them all can become a real task. It can get tedious pretty quickly if you don’t know what it is you’re
looking for. So don’t be overwhelmed, just get a clear idea of the kind of sofa you want, then think about it and
discuss it. And when you’ve taken on board our tips you’ll be all set to get out there are make that purchase with
confidence.
Shape is Key
The shape of your sofa is important for two main reasons. First of all the shape
is intrinsic to the function the sofa will fulfill. If you have a family, you want something that can sit plenty of
people as well as provide a lot of comfort after a long day at work. Therefore, you wouldn’t want a harsh, angular
sofa. Secondly you must not fall into the trap of being seduced by a beautiful sofa that wouldn’t suit the rest of
your room. It can be a good idea to think about how the sofa might divide a room and make your choice of its
shape from
there.
Consider Colour Carefully
This one is also linked to the setup of your room. When you’re looking at sofas it
can be easy to forget how it will fit in with the rest of your room - take everything into consideration. But that
doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be brave with your choices. There are so many patterns and prints
out there which can offer something a little different. They can turn a generic sofa into something a bit more
unique. And they can be pretty inexpensive too.
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The colour of your sofa should be chosen
carefully, taking into consideration your room and how much you want it featured. (Image: https://flic.kr/p/p9oPMt) |
Don’t Neglect the Frame
Frames are the very structure of your sofa so although they may be hidden, they’re
vital. And remember if the frame is made of cheap wood that will usually mean it won’t last as long as a more
pricey one - sorry penny-pinchers! The stronger the frame, the more use you’ll get out of the sofa, so it is worth
getting a good one. If you get a made to order sofa from Multiyork, you’ll get a
15-year guarantee on the frame and the springs. This provides you with a bit of security and peace of
mind.
Material and Upholstery
It’s not just appearances that you have to consider when looking at what kind of
upholstery you want on your new sofa. It all depends on who’s going to be using it and what damage they could cause
to it. Yes, I am of course talking about children and animals - although let’s not forget that adults can be as
messy and careless at times too! Light colours and suede are the biggest things to avoid if you
have infants and dogs in the vicinity. Leather is
your safest option - both durable and wipeable. But it all depends on what
risks you’re willing to take!
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