Choosing a sofa is one of the most important decisions when you want to decorate your living room. We spend a lot of time sitting on the sofa, snuggling with our loved ones, watching TV, and enjoying a glass of wine. Therefore, this decision must be made with caution. In this article we will talk about how you can find the perfect sofa and what factors you should consider in this process.
Choose a sofa based on your lifestyle
You may have asked yourself “which sofa suits my lifestyle?” And we are here to answer that. One particular model, though high-quality, doesn’t suit different lifestyles. There are a few factors that you have to take into account when you want to choose the perfect sofa. These factors include:
- Your habits
- The space you have available
- Number of members in your family
- Your personal preferences
If your house is filled with children and pets, it is advisable to buy a sofa that is pet and children-friendly. Leather sofas are the perfect choice in this case. If your family is big or you just prefer more seating options, then a sectional sofa would suite you more. If you and your partner need a close and intimate space and also you don’t have guests over often, a loveseat is perfect for you. The size of your place also plays a big role in determining the sofa you should buy. The sofa you choose must fit your place perfectly and also it shouldn’t overcrowd your space.
Measure your space
Measuring your place is an important part of buying a sofa. In order to not make an error you have be accurate or even repeat the process, and make sure you have the correct numbers. In order to know exactly how large or small your sofa should be you also have to take measurements of your doorway and hallway. There might be a situation where the sofa is the perfect size for your living room, but it doesn’t fit through your stairwell or doorway. If you want to be sure your place can accommodate the sofa you want to buy, measure its length, height, and width. The rule of thumb is that your sofa should be two thirds of the size of the room you want to place it in.
Choose your sofa orientation
Another important factor that you have to consider before buying a sofa is determining how you want to orient it in your place. Do you want to place the sofa against the wall or do you want your sofa to be in the center of the living room? If you want to buy a sectional sofa you should know which corner you want to place it in. If you know the answer to these questions, you will be able to eliminate unwanted options, and therefore you will be able to find a sofa that fits your requirements perfectly.
Pick a suitable color
There are two scenario when you want choose the perfect sofa color. You either have a fully decorated room, or you are starting your decorating project from scratch. Although the process is different, either way you have to decide your sofa color. If you already have a fully decorated living room and you want to add a sofa to it, then you have to consider your existing color palette. After that you have to decide if you want your sofa to act as the background or be the accent. This decision makes the difference between neutral and bold colors. If you are decorating a room from scratch, you have to choose a color that matches the wall and also works well with the other furniture in the room.
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Choose the upholstery type
Choosing the right upholstery type based on your needs and preferences is crucial. As we have already mentioned, if you have children and pets leather sofa would be the best choice as it is considered to be pet-friendly. Before choosing a sofa be sure to do your research and choose the best upholstery type for you and also your family. Different types of upholstery include:
- Leather
- Cotton
- Linen
- Velvet
- Microfiber
GRAND JELES Sofa Collection
Products sold at GRAND JELES are guaranteed to be of high-quality. All of the used sofas are repaired, cleaned, and they are taken care of. GRAND JELES is highly supported by the government, because it does not produce waste and also protects nature. The price of sofas at GRANDJELES are pretty low, as they are used. Some of these sofas are from well-known brands. You will be able to purchase sofas from famous brands with much lower price. GRAND JELS is the best and the most reliable place to buy used sofas.
GRAND JELES is a company based in Montreal, aimed to serve clients by delivering furniture to their homes. Sofa collection at GRAND JELES has a variety of sofas with different material and designs. GRAND JELES is available 7 days a week and values clients by being responsive 24 hours.
At GRAND JELES you can find various sofas with different colors and styles. The delivery at GRAND JELES is free up to 50 km away from Montreal.