10 Tips to make the right choice when buying a new sofa

If you are planning to buy a new sofa for your living room and do not know how to do it, today we bring you 10 tips to select the best one for you, both in materials and design.

It is important to ask yourself what exactly you are looking for in a piece of furniture and how it will fit in with your living room décor, as there are a wide variety of different types of furniture availablemodern sofasAnd it can be difficult to decide on one. While there may not be the perfect sofa, there is the perfect one for you, and in this post we help you decide.

Tips and ideas for buying the best sofa

1. Size and number of sites

The size of the sofa should be directly related to the space and how many people live in the house or how many visitors you usually receive.

Very large pieces of furniture are not recommended in most cases, as they take up a lot of space.

Make sure the size fits the room and the wall where the sofa will be placed. Around it you can place chairs or furniture of a single space that match the design.

Generally the height of the backrest should be from 80 to 90 cm, and the depth from 65 to 75 cm to be comfortable. The important thing is that if our back touches the backrest our feet reach the floor without difficulty and do not press the back of the knee. Regarding the length of the sofa, it will depend on the number of seats you need. When it is 1.80 m wide it can seat 2 people and from those dimensions onwards it can seat 3 or more people.

2. Modern, classic or vintage design

The type of room and decor influence, as it is important that it fits with the decor of the space. Not sure how to decorate your living room? Opt for a sofa with a timeless design.

The park sofa by Joquer fits perfectly with any decorating idea and style you have in mind. It is available in various sizes and upholstery.

3. Plain or patterned design

One of the most frequently asked and unknown questions is based on the upholstery and color, the answer is that it all depends on the decor you have at home.

Some sofas are fully upholstered with patterned fabrics, which can make you get tired of it after a while.

For this reason, we recommend choosing upholstery in neutral tones. If you want to give it a different touch there are many options or decorating ideas that will help you, such as opting for cushions to give touches of color or a rug that matches everything else. You can also buy a sofa in a single color and put it next to a patterned wall with curtains of the same shade.

Need a sofa with a lot of seating? Light neutral tones will make it take up less space visually.

Themodular sofa n701From Ethnicraft will allow you to create the size you need and by opting for a light neutral tone it will not take up so much space visually.

4. Quality of the structure

The materials used in the structure of the sofa, are the main responsible for the resistance. Quality furniture is made of different species of wood and this must go through a drying process where it becomes more robust. We recommend that it is made of solid wood, because if it is made of plywood or not very solid wood, it has a considerable influence on the quality of the sofa.

In addition, it is recommended that the legs or bases be integrated into the entire frame, so that they do not risk breaking suddenly when the furniture is moved.

Theibiza sofa offers great quality and comfort, it is made of solid wood and for great comfort it is padded with polyester. It has a suspension of interwoven elastic webbing and a fully removable upholstery.

In addition, its design is timeless, so it fits perfectly into any type of room and is available with different upholsteries.

5. Manufacturing springs

Generally a seat should have at least 8 springs (industrially or manually placed), the stitching directions are also important, they should be in different trajectories to prevent the fabric from coming loose over time.

If you want a sofa to lie on, make sure that it does not squeak or make any sound, as well as that it contains the necessary amount of padding to have relaxing moments on it.

6. Filling material

One of the most important aspects to make it comfortable is the filling. The best fillings are those with natural feathers lined with synthetic fiber, although there are other options, such as those with polyurethane foam in different amounts of Kg (depending on the dimensions of the furniture).

In general, the backrest should be softer than the seat. In the case of the armrests, they should be the ones with the most padding, as this is where the wooden frame is felt.

7. Upholstery material

The quality of the upholstery is essential, this material ensures that the padding and the shell of the sofa do not wear out quickly due to changes in temperature or humidity of the room.

When leather is used, it is very resistant to UV rays, but after a while it begins to split, so cotton or linen-based fabrics are recommended, as they are fully breathable and remain intact over the years.

Sofas with slipcovers are easier to clean and will be able to change their look, so they are the best option if you have children or can expect stains. You can also opt for upholstery with Aquaclean® technology, a revolutionary treatment that makes stains easier to clean.

8. With or without Chaise Longue

Currently one of the trends in sofa is to opt for one with chaise longue, but it is not always the best option.

If your family is very large, you can buy a large one. Try to pay attention to the size of the corners, if the dimensions of the sofa fit perfectly it will be the right decision.

When it comes to small houses, it is better to use a 2-seater furniture and some smaller chairs or a pouf to support the feet, as it is important that opting for a chaise longue does not hinder the passage or make us make complicated routes through the living room.

A recommendation of chaise longue, is theoslo sofa. It fits in the environment you want and can be combined with any style of interior decoration. If you like the sofa, but not the Chaise Longue, you also have that option.

9. Comfort offered

Although it is a piece of furniture made with PREMIUM materials, it does not ensure that it is the most comfortable.

It is important to try the sofa to know if it is comfortable for you, and if you decide to buy it online, knowing the features and some comments will let you know if it is the most suitable for you.

The padding plays an important role, if a standard sofa exceeds more than 30 kg of padding it may be very hard and uncomfortable.

Also, the type of fabric will allow you to get a better feel. Sometimes when upholstered in leather it can get sticky or the fabric may appear to be sweaty, so a breathable fabric may be a better choice.

10. Number of pieces

Many people opt to just buy 1 piece that will serve 3 or 4 individuals, however, sometimes a set of furniture looks better.

Depending on the space you have, you can opt for a 3-piece sofa next to a 2-piece sofa and/or a matching armchair.

In case you don't need it for a living room, you can prefer a divan or another one that doesn't have armrests or a recliner. A divan will give that different and stylish touch to your living room.

We hope these tips will help you choose the right sofa for you. Whatever decision you make, always keeping in mind quality, space and design, at Trends Home you will find the right sofa for your home.