TIPS TO BUYING A CORNER SOFA

MEASURE YOUR SPACE

Your first step when buying a corner sofa will be to measure how much space you have available in the room that you’d like your corner sofa to go. Start by measuring the length of the area – including along both walls especially if placing your sofa in the corner of your room. Remember to leave room for side tables or standing lamps either side. Then measure the depth of the space taking into account any rugs or tables that will sit in front of the sofa. Then, finally the height of the space, paying attention to any radiators or shelving.

PICK YOUR STYLE

If you want a compact corner sofa, then a chaise style one could be just what you’re looking for. This design provides all the comforts of a corner sofa without the large footprint. Some chaise sofas contain storage compartments beneath too which is – handy storage for throw, blankets, TV remotes, toys and magazines. Available in left hand and right hand designs, chaises sofas are so comfy when wanting veg out in front of a box set. Due to their compact designs, chaise work beautifully when styled with a footstool or accent armchair in a larger space, but look equally as stylish standing on its own as well.

If you have an awkward corner to fill, an irregular shaped room or are looking for something extra-special, then you’ll want an angled sofa. An angled corner sofa offers a flexible seating which is ideal for family homes when lots of you will want to chill out in front of the TV. The idea is to design a sofa that fits perfectly into your living space. If you have a larger living space that needs to be filled or would like to get the most seating out of your smaller room then consider an angled corner sofa.

Do you have a telly addict (or two) in your life or someone who loves gaming for hours on end? If the answer is yes, then a recliner sofa needs to be on the top of your shopping list. At the touch of a button, you can kick back and instantly relax with seats that recline backwards. This means you can have your sofa pushed right against the wall and not worry about touching the wall or ruining your paintwork.

HAVE FUN WITH FABRICS

From pure linen, soft wools, to sumptuous velvet and warm leathers, the fabric you choose for your corner sofa will have a huge impact to the feel of your space and the look of your room. As a key piece of furniture that will constantly have family and friends sat in, laid across and curled up on, your corner sofa will be crying out for a fabric that will wear well over time. Look out for family friendly fabrics that are both stain resistant and offer extra durability, so your corner settee will look as good as new for years to come.