How To Choose The Perfect Sofa

You’re ready to take the plunge. A new sofa is on the cards but first, you need to decide on the colour, the size and the all-important fabric. Here are a few pointers to help you make these tricky decisions.

Fitting an ideal sofa

First, consider what you use your sofa for the most. Marathon movie nights with the whole family? After-dinner drinks with friends? Or maybe the sofa doubles as a bed for last-minute overnight guests? Modular and chaise models like the Finlay 5 Seater Modular Chaise are perfect for accommodating kids, dogs, and parents, and are wide enough for an adult to stretch out comfortably.

Recliners are an excellent choice for casual lounges. Use the Jones Recliners for the ultimate cinema-style TV experience or as the most comfortable way to watch sports or play video games. If your sofa needs to be a bit more formal to fit in with your décor, consider elegant models with deep, comfortable seating and contemporary designs, like the Australian made Miami 3 Seater Sofa. When sofa shopping, it’s always important to consider classic or contemporary styles that will fit your existing and future interior design.

Practical solutions for any space

Your sofa can do more and work much harder than you think it can. Instead of just providing a great place to relax and connect, get your piece to multitask!

If you face the common dilemma of not having a spare room but need space to host overnight guests, a sofa bed or futon is a perfect choice. Consider the Drift 3 Seater Futon. The dark charcoal fabric mixed with light wooden legs makes for a contemporary and sleek futon, perfect for styling any living room. The dark colour tone also helps cover the cushion from dirt, making it less noticeable.

If your space is limited, consider investing in an ottoman to complete your lounge set. Ottomans are handy because they create extra seating for unexpected visitors. Try the Cleo Ottoman for a well-sized option. Storage ottomans can further help keep down the clutter in your home. Our Storage Ottoman in Standard Mayer Grey not only hides away games, books, or throws but also doubles as a coffee table or an extra seat.

Choosing a right sofa size

Once you know exactly what type of sofa you need, you’ll have to make sure the model you’re interested in will fit into the space you have available.

Measure both the sofa you love and space you have. Sofas that are too big can make a room look smaller and block walkways. If you select a sofa that’s too small, the sofa may get lost in the room and become impractical. Three seaters like the Hampton should fit most medium-sized living rooms and provide ample seating.

Remember to double-check your measurements and to make sure your sofa can be delivered to your home, carried up stairs, lifted through hallways and doors.

Choosing a sofa colour & fabric

You will want to keep your sofa in showroom condition for as long as possible. But that can be difficult when you have pets and kids, who can track in mud, leave hair and spill food and drink by mistake. If you have a big busy household, consider a dark, tough fabric that will stand up to a lot of traffic.

You can add a personal touch to your lounge by customising your chosen sofa with our Design Your Way customization. Choose from over 50 fabrics and colours and enjoy Australian made quality, all at an affordable price.

To get an idea of what the colours, size and fabric will look like in the chosen room, give augmented reality a spin. All you need is your phone and you can see your favourite sofa exactly where you want it – before you even take it home!

Explore our wide range of sofas and armchairs and create your dream lounge today!