Buying a sofa is a one-time investment. Just as we take time to choose and pay for the right home, buying a sofa needs careful consideration keeping various factors in mind. Here, you’ll get a rough idea of the various types of sofas available and how to choose then right fabric and upholstery if you choose to customize. This article will help you make an informed decision especially if you are a first-time buyer.
Which design of sofa should you choose?
Different types of sofas have different uses. Some designs are for a spacious living room, others for their smaller counterparts, yet others for commercial use. Irrespective of your requirements, you can choose from
different types of sofa designs.
Customized Modular Sofa:
Sometimes, you might want to buy a sofa based on your home decor, as you need a better replacement for your sofa. Finding one can be challenging, especially if you are looking for a specific colour and type. In such cases, you need the services of a furniture expert who can guide you in selecting the right modular sofa based on your requirements.
This is an upholstered sofa that can also be used to take a nap. It comes with a backrest and armrest only on one side. This type of sofa is ideal if you want to read, nap, or relax on weekends. This unique sofa gets its name from the modern French term ‘chaise lounge’ which means a long reclining chair. Such Lounger chairs are ideal as a part of patio furniture for pool sides.
This sofa gives a vintage charm. Used both in commercial and residential forms, these sofas add a unique retro touch to any root. They come in various colours and seating combinations, perfect for a living room or commercial spaces like hotel lobbies, offices, and clubs.
These contemporary and state-of-the-art sofas are perfect for any homeowner who wants a simple, yet comfortable sofa to rest on after a hard day at work. These sofas are customizable concerning the colours and seating capacities and are ideal if you want a quick nap or a Netflix binge-watching session on weekends.
Ideal for office lobbies or waiting rooms, these sofas are designed to give you maximum comfort. Made with the best quality materials, these sofas give your visitors a comfortable welcome before they reach you. Depending on the space available, 2, 3, or 4 seaters Aviana sofas will make a great impression.
Similar to the Chaise Lounger sofa, the Opera Diwan sofa is designed to be kept against a wall. It has armrests and backrests only on one side. These sofas have a dual purpose- they can easily seat about three waiting people or be used as a bed. It has a different type of design as against the Chaise Lounger sofa, it actually looks like a mix of a sofa and a bed. These are generally used for living rooms where people can relax, nap, or socialize.
How to choose the right sofa fabric?
The first thing people notice when they enter your home is the colour palette used. As a rule of thumb, your sofa design and colour are what make the first impression. You get plenty of room to choose the right fabric, colour, and sofa design before placing an order. After finalizing the type of sofa and seating requirements, you then need to consider these requirements.
You wouldn’t want to see your sofa being shredded in pieces by your dog, would you? If you need a sofa for a home with pets and kids, or if your home/office sees many visitors, it is recommended to go for engineered fabrics. These are interwoven fabrics with a mix of cotton, rayon, and polyester. Additionally, you can also consider using viscose, leather, or microfiber plastic.
If it is just the two of you, you can consider using patterned or light-coloured fabrics that give your room a luxurious look. However, printed and heavily textured fabrics look good only if the room sees few visitors, as sofas with these fabrics can wear out where people sit regularly.
The colour of the sofa is what people notice in the first impression. This can go two ways- give a welcoming vibe to the room or be a sore thumb if the design does not match the room decor.
If your room and its furniture are white, you can choose a contrasting or complementary colour for the best results.
It is best to click photos from various angles in the spot you need to place the sofa. You can always take the help of an expert if the options seem overwhelming.
As this is a long-term investment, do not get carried away by trends, but make sure you pick a colour that will last you years.
If you are going for patterned upholstery, do not go for large patterns on small sofas or vice versa. This may look tacky and out of place.
Experts suggest choosing patterns based on the geometry of the furniture. For example, stripes or geometric patterns look amazing on sleek, straight-lined chairs while floral or tribal prints look amazing on round-edged sofas.
Experts usually choose their upholstery patterns based on the room size-large rooms get bold patterns while miniature designs go with smaller rooms.
Lastly, ensure that the patterns are symmetrical and stitched according to the design.
Summing it up
Buying a sofa need not be a complicated task- a little research and a few measurements here and there is all that it takes to choose the perfect sofa. One thing to remember though, do not fall for schemes, trends, or just buy what you found interesting.
