5 Important Tips How to Choose a Sofa

Choosing furniture is a bit like gambling. Mass production has given us countless options, but it is becoming increasingly difficult for us to understand what quality we get for our money. Buying a sofa is for many the first major investment when moving to a new home, and here it is very important not to make a mistake. We answered five key questions to help you make the right investment.

WHICH STRUCTURE IS THE MOST STRONG?

Many manufacturers use chipboard frames, but the most durable, of course, is plywood - glued layers of hardwood: beech, oak, mahogany, cherry and ebony. As a rule, such sofas are the most expensive. If you are still looking for a cheaper alternative, pay attention to the metal frame. Just keep in mind that it weighs more and it will be more difficult to lift it. Before buying, be sure to check how the main elements of the sofa are connected and how the joints are worked out. Avoid any couches fastened exclusively with nails, staples or glue.

HOW TO CHOOSE A FILLER FOR SOFA?

Filling a sofa is no less important than its appearance. Cushions stuffed with feathers and feathers are the softest and most comfortable, but they need to be whipped regularly. Foam or fiber - hypoallergenic and non-toxic fillers that are inexpensive but can lose shape over time. We recommend a combination filler in which feather and down give softness and foam provides structure.

WHICH UPHOLSTERY FABRIC IS MOST LONG-LASTING?

It is important to consider two factors: where the sofa will stand and how it will be used. For example, choosing furniture in the living room or bedroom, you should pay attention to more durable fabrics: mohair, jacquard or chenille. They are easy to clean and maintain their original appearance for a long time. Pile cloth like velor is prone to the formation of "loops" and requires special detergents, so it should not be bought in the nursery even if you have pets. Remember that too thin upholstery will quickly stretch and cease to hold its shape, so pay special attention to density (number of threads) and thickness.

HOW DO NOT MISTAKE WITH THE FORM AND STYLE OF THE SOFA?

One of the main reasons why you should not buy a sofa online is the inability to test before placing an order. Being in the store is much easier to evaluate the size and convenience, check all the working mechanisms and try different configurations. How not to make a mistake with the choice? Before you go to the showroom, answer yourself a few questions: what is the size of the room, how do you usually sit on the couch (reclining? In the lotus position? Curled up under a rug?), How deep do you need to (based on age and height first of all) and what style will suit your interior (minimalism? art deco? loft?). Having done the preparatory work and armed with an approximate list of parameters, you will feel more comfortable in the store and make the right choice.

HOW MUCH IS A GOOD SOFA?

For many, a sofa is the first big purchase in a new home. Even cheap models are still a serious financial investment, therefore, in our opinion, it is better to add 10-20% from above and choose a better option that will not fail in the first year of operation. A sofa is a complex product that is regularly subjected to stress and where you spend a third of your life. Trying to save on frame or upholstery, you actually save on your health, so consciously weigh the pros and cons.

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