Carefully Buying Your Living Room Sofa

Buying a new sofa is a lot like buying a new car. There are tons of different styles, options, brands, types, and features. Muddling through all of the unfamiliar jargon can be overwhelming, and we understand how you feel. That's why we've created this sofa buying guide to help you narrow down your options and understand exactly what you`re purchasing.

Step 1: Measure Your Space

When buying a sofa, the first thing to do is to measure your space. You want to make sure that your sofa doesn't take up the whole room or that the room doesn't swallow your sofa. Get out the measuring tape to get an idea of what kind of footprint your sofa will be taking up.

Keep seat depth and sofa length in mind. You may like to lie down on your sofa, so make sure you have enough room! Overall length is good to consider, but what's really important is what's between the arms!

Frame Materials

Most sofa frames are made out of wood, but some have metal frames. H

Frame Assembly

The next thing to consider is how the frame is put together.

Upholstery

Once you've gotten the cushions all straightened out, you can move along to the upholstery: the fabric that goes around the sofa. Upholstery can be linen, leather, tweed, polyester, or any number of materials.

Sofas come in many different styles. Just like there are sport cars and minivans, sofas consist of many shapes and styles. Make sure you pick out a sofa that works with your overall design aesthetic that you have in the rest of your home. Some people mix and match, but most prefer a cohesive and copacetic look.