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04.22.2015

Useful Tips on Buying a Sofa

Are you having some troubles deciding which type of corner sofa is right for your home? Well, you are not really the only one who has this kind of dilemma.  Whether you are buying a leather couch or a divan, you really need to decide carefully because it’s a big investment. In addition, a sofa can either improve the look of your living room or make it look cluttered if you pick the wrong one.

Useful Tips on Buying a Sofa

When buying a couch, there are a lot of factors to consider. There’s the style, texture, size, frame, and a whole lot more. If it is your first time to buy this furniture, the choices can be pretty overwhelming. Before heading out to the nearest furniture store, check out this handy sofa-buying guide.

  1. Inquire About the Joinery

When searching for a couch, it is important to know the types of joints that connect the pieces of your furniture together. Examples of sturdy joints are double wooden dowels, metal screws, or wooden corner blocks. In addition, ask if they are reinforced by staples and nails. However, never buy a couch that is only connected by nails and glue because they are not sturdy.

  1. Sturdy Frame

If you want furniture that lasts for a long time, you need to make sure that it has a solid frame. You can save huge amounts of money by buying a couch made from soft wood. However, it’s too wobbly and can warp easily. Couches made from hardwood like ash or beech can be pricier, but at least it can last for 10 years or more.

  1. Check the Fillings

For fillings, you have several choices. There is the polyurethane foam that is cheap and easy to maintain. You can also opt for high-density foams that are durable and soft. High-resilient foams are a little bit expensive compared to the two latter options, but they provide great comfort and lasts for a long time. Avoid buying sofa with polyester because it easily flattens out.

  1. Pick tough textiles

Keep in mind that a sofa is a type of furniture that is used every day. Cotton and linens are great choices because they are durable and easy to maintain. However, be wary of loose weaves because they can snag. You’ll never go wrong with synthetic microfiber. It can easily copy the textures of most fabrics and it is also resistant to stains.

Got any useful sofa-buying tips to share? Post them now in the comments!

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  1. Alanna says

    05.22.2015 at 3:34 pm

    These are fantastic tips! I’d rather have comfortable furniture than furniture that looks nice but isn’t comfy!! These tips are great to consider before purchasing a sofa!

    Reply
  2. brook says

    05.22.2015 at 4:49 pm

    thank you very much for these great advices and tips. I am going to shift to uk soon.currently i live in italy so there i need to change everything.ur tips wil be usefull.

    Reply
  3. Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says

    05.22.2015 at 6:28 pm

    I used to work in a furniture store, so I can tell a good sofa from a bad one pretty easily. These are all great tips 🙂

    Reply
  4. Jeanine says

    05.22.2015 at 7:27 pm

    this is great and came at JUST the right time. We need a new sofa badly! Ours is just over a year or so old and broken!

    Reply
  5. Victoria says

    05.22.2015 at 8:08 pm

    These are great tips and something we totally need! We are actually looking for one for our living room but we just don’t have much space.

    Reply
  6. Christy Maurer says

    05.22.2015 at 11:35 pm

    That frame tip is #1 on my list! You might think you’re getting a bargain, but if you’ve got kids, you want a sofa that will last! They sit on the arms, jump on the backs….yeah, you get the picture lol.

    Reply
  7. Amanda says

    05.23.2015 at 12:28 am

    You are totally spot on with your tips. The tough textiles is the best suggestion for young families like mine!

    Reply
  8. Liz Mays says

    05.23.2015 at 4:06 am

    This is really important to consider, especially if you’re buying furniture for your first home. I know I didn’t really look into these things!

    Reply
  9. Danielle K says

    05.23.2015 at 4:34 am

    This is great because we definitely need a new sofa. I have a 3 year old so it’s important we pick good textiles and that it’s sturdy to hold up to him.

    Reply
  10. Rachel says

    05.23.2015 at 6:54 am

    This is a great post for us. We have a huge living room but only use a small part as the seating area. We have been talking about getting a sectional but didn’t know where to even start.

    Reply
  11. Esther of Local Adventurer says

    05.23.2015 at 9:19 am

    great tips! 🙂 when we’re shopping for couches again, I’ll have to make sure it’s not polyester. the couches that my parents have at their house flattened out.

    Reply
  12. Marina @ Parental Journey says

    05.23.2015 at 5:53 pm

    Such a great and useful tips! We are planning to buy new sofa in a few months, so I will definitely remember to check out these tips again!

    Reply
  13. Tami says

    05.23.2015 at 7:42 pm

    Comfort is our number one reason for buying a sofa. However, it also must have the sturdy frame, as you mentioned, to hold our weight.

    Reply
  14. Jade says

    05.23.2015 at 7:43 pm

    With kids come messes, so we always pick something out that is easy to clean. Yes, I agree, microfiber is wonderful!

    Reply
  15. michele d says

    05.23.2015 at 8:03 pm

    I need a new sofa so this post came in handy for me. Thanks for sharing your tips.

    Reply
    • Peachy Adarne says

      05.25.2015 at 6:53 am

      you’re welcome.

      Reply
  16. Jaime Nicole says

    05.24.2015 at 12:21 am

    Great tips to consider prior to purchase. We are trying to figure out how to do this right now! Functionality and comfort are key for us!

    Reply
  17. Penny Struebig says

    05.26.2015 at 9:22 pm

    Buying a sofa always freaks me out a bit. It’s sits in the middle of your room for years and I don’t want to make the wrong decision. Thanks for these tips — I’m sure it will make my next sofa buying experience much better.

    Reply
  18. Cara (@StylishGeek) says

    05.29.2015 at 2:56 am

    Believe it or not our family sofa/s was the most difficult thing to get. I was so critical and discerning because I wanted something well-built, stylish, comfortable, can last for years but not look old, and yet still have a great price point! When I found them the manufacturer took a long time to ship it because they had to build it. But it is all worth it!

    Thanks to your tips! Will definitely keep it in mind!

    Reply
  19. Allan says

    06.01.2015 at 2:43 pm

    Our sofa is one year old already but the filling started to sag already. We are planning to buy Uratex, cut it and make covers and place it there.

    Allan (www.ourfamilyblogsabout.info)

    Reply

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