9 Stories You Didn't Know About Sofa
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Among the biggest furniture investments you will make is a couch.
Money, they take up a lot of space, and they're where you and your family members will likely
Spend a whole lot of time. So make sure you understand what you're doing before you go out and
buy one. Check out these sofa do's and don'ts to make sure you get the best sofa for
your investment.
DO consider how you'll use the sofa -- and be honest!
Could it be for TV watching, curling up with a great book or formal entertaining? There's no
Point in getting a rigid and formal sofa if you intend to put your feet up and watch TV, nor
Do you want your guests to sink into the cushions and not be able to get up when you're
entertaining.
last. Remember, a sofa of average quality should last at least 10 years as a high-end
sofa should last up to 25.
A hollow back
is indicative of poor construction. You want it to be padded.
DO test it out before buying. While you're in the store sit down, lie down, put your feet
up -- if you're going to be doing it at home you should try it first in the store (within
reason).
DON'T forget to measure. Be Sure to take note of the width, depthe, height, seat
height and arm height.
You need to make sure it will fit through doorways, around corners, and up the stairs if
necessary.
DO have it covered in an suitable fabric. If you have kids and pets you'll want
Something that's either easy to clean or can hide spills and dirt.
DO become knowledgeable about sofa styles before choosing.
Do you want high arms (tuxedo sofa), medium arms (lawson) low arms (bridgewater)
or no arms (slipper)? D o you want curvy and round or straight and streamlined? Do
you want one long cushion on the seat or several? Think about all these things before
you buy.
Among the biggest furniture investments you will make is a couch.
Money, they take up a lot of space, and they're where you and your family members will likely
Spend a whole lot of time. So make sure you understand what you're doing before you go out and
buy one. Check out these sofa do's and don'ts to make sure you get the best sofa for
your investment.
DO consider how you'll use the sofa -- and be honest!
Could it be for TV watching, curling up with a great book or formal entertaining? There's no
Point in getting a rigid and formal sofa if you intend to put your feet up and watch TV, nor
Do you want your guests to sink into the cushions and not be able to get up when you're
entertaining.
last. Remember, a sofa of average quality should last at least 10 years as a high-end
sofa should last up to 25.
A hollow back
is indicative of poor construction. You want it to be padded.
DO test it out before buying. While you're in the store sit down, lie down, put your feet
up -- if you're going to be doing it at home you should try it first in the store (within
reason).
DON'T forget to measure. Be Sure to take note of the width, depthe, height, seat
height and arm height.
You need to make sure it will fit through doorways, around corners, and up the stairs if
necessary.
DO have it covered in an suitable fabric. If you have kids and pets you'll want
Something that's either easy to clean or can hide spills and dirt.
DO become knowledgeable about sofa styles before choosing.
Do you want high arms (tuxedo sofa), medium arms (lawson) low arms (bridgewater)
or no arms (slipper)? D o you want curvy and round or straight and streamlined? Do
you want one long cushion on the seat or several? Think about all these things before
you buy.
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