- L-shaped and corner sofas: L-shaped and corner sofas are perfect for larger rooms and to accommodate larger groups of people. They are an ideal way to provide a cosy seating option.
- U-shaped sofas: U-shaped sofas are a great option for those who like to entertain and for larger living areas.
- Chaise lounge: The classic chaise lounge is ideal for lounging on a lazy afternoon.
- Sofa bed: A sofa bed is perfect for smaller spaces; it can transform from a sofa to a bed in an instant and is both functional and fabulous.
- Modular and sectional sofas: Modular and sectional sofas are the ideal solution if you are looking to get creative with the layout of your room. They are perfect for larger numbers of people, and they will also work for smaller spaces, depending on the dimensions you choose.
- Ottomans: An ottoman, footstool, or pouffe is a great way to add an additional layer of comfort to your couch. They can serve as a footrest, a seat, or a perch for books.
- Loveseats: Loveseats are great for smaller spaces as they fit two people comfortably. They are ideal for smaller living rooms, studies, hallways, or as an accent feature in a larger room.
What you need to know when measuring a sofa
Here are the most important things you need to know when measuring a sofa:
- Don’t just measure frame length and width. The arms are usually the widest part of the sofa, so make sure you measure from arm to arm. This is especially true for sofas with curved arms.
- Depth is also very important, especially if you’re considering different sofa sizes. The depth on a two-seater is usually the same as on a three-seater, and so on, so a smaller sofa doesn’t mean that it’s less deep.
- If the sofa reclines, you also need to measure it at its full extension; there’s no point having a recliner if there’s no room to use it! Also keep in mind that if you have a recliner, you won’t be able to push the sofa flat against the wall, so measure with enough space to position it properly.
- If your sofa has screw-on legs, you may be able to remove them to give some extra space to get it into the room for installation, but if they are permanently connected, then make sure you measure the sofa height all the way down to the feet.
- Ensure you have space for any accompanying accessories, like an ottoman or footrest. Similarly, if you buy sofas that fold out into beds, make sure that there will be room to open it up. You may be happy to move your coffee table every time you want to use the sofa bed as a bed, but you still need a space to which you can move the table.
- You can measure your room in the same way you did before, now that you have the actual dimensions of your sofa, either with masking tape or string to make a blueprint of your sofa’s size and shape, or simply with a measuring tape. However, if you are using a flat blueprint, don’t forget things like window height (if you plan to have your sofa against a wall), or doors that open towards your sofa.
- Consider the spots the sofa will have to pass through to reach the room, like doorways, narrow hallways, staircase bannisters, and sharp corners.
Your sofa will provide one of the most used perches in your home. And while choosing the right size sofa to perfectly fit your space might seem like a daunting task, with just a little bit of preparation and consideration, we promise it can actually be a fun and exciting process.
By measuring your room, thinking about the size and shape of the sofa you need, and paying attention to the logistics of bringing it in through areas such as your hallways or stairs, you can ensure that your sofa fits your space like a glove.
And when your sofa fits perfectly, it not only looks sensational, but it also adds a level of comfort and cosiness to your home that you'll enjoy for years to come. So go ahead, armed with our helpful tips, let your creativity thrive as you source the right size sofa for your space.
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