You have decided to purchase a new sofa and you know it needs
to last for many years. There are some very important things you need to
consider. These may include style of sofa, type of fabric, and, of course,
price.
The style of sofa you choose can be determined by the
intended use. Do you need the sofa to provide a place to sleep for more than
one person? A sectional sofa can provide excellent seating, but if you will
need the sofa to provide a sleeping area, you may want to consider a sleeper
sofa.
Which Sofa
Back is Right for You?
Once you have decided what type of sofa you need, you will
need to concentrate on what type of back should be on your sofa. There are generally four types of backs to
choose from: tight back, attached pillow back, loose pillow back, and loose
multi pillow backs.
A tight back sofa is a sofa with no pillows. It usually sits upright and the fabric chosen
is generally easier to clean because there is no way to remove the fabric to
clean it.
An attached pillow back refers to a sofa that actually has
the pillows sewn to the back of the sofa.
This particular type of sofa is easy to maintain, in that, there are no
pillows to put back; however, it can be more difficult to clean. The pillows
cannot be turned if they get stained so it is important to choose a fabric that
is easy to clean and one that wears well.
A loose pillow back sofa is one that has the same number of
pillows as cushions. The pillows are not attached to the sofa back and the loose
pillows allow them to be turned to extend the life of the pillow. The couch
tends to be quite comfortable.
The last type of sofa back is the loose multi pillow back
sofa. This sofa can be difficult to maintain because the pillows tend to get
everywhere and need constant arranging. The pillows can be turned at will to
prevent excessive wear.
What Types
of Fabric are Best?
Now that you have determined the style of your new sofa, you
will need to determine what type of fabric you desire. Some of the fabrics
available include: microfiber, leather,
and cloth.
Microfiber is an excellent fabric for a sofa especially if
you have pets or small children.
Microfiber, also called micro suede or ultra suede, is actually a micro
denier weave of 100% polyester. It is extremely durable and can usually be
cleaned with water. It is also comfortable even in the warmest of climates.
Leather is a good choice if you are in a moderate climate.
The humidity and cold adversely affect the comfort level of the leather so it
is advisable to use leather in a moderate climate unless adequate climate
control is in effect. Leather can also be costly to repair should a rip
occur.
Cloth fabric is available in a wider array of colors and
patterns than the other two fabric choices, but it tends to be more difficult
to clean than microfiber. It is usually easier to repair than leather so it
makes a great fabric choice.
Price is an important consideration when you are deciding to
purchase a sofa. However, the overall price is not as important as the amount
of quality you get for the money. It is imperative to purchase a sofa that has
"good bones" as the fabric can always be changed should the color
palate of your room change. A sofa with "good bones" will last you for
a long time. You will ultimately spend less money for this type of furniture
because you will need to purchase fewer sofas.
Purchasing a sofa is a good home investment. Remember,
quality is imperative for long lasting satisfaction.
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