A 2 seater high back sofa combines two comfortable features in one compact piece: a two-seat size that fits neatly into smaller and medium rooms, and a taller backrest that reaches up to support your shoulders, head and neck when you sit back. The Verona high back sofa leads this size at Furniture Instore — a well-cushioned fabric sofa designed to be a relaxing, easy-to-live-with seat for two. To see the wider choice of two-seat sofas across the store, our 2 seater sofas collection is a good place to browse.
No — the Verona high back sofas are upholstered in a woven fabric, a hard-wearing upholstery fabric chosen for everyday durability and comfort. It's a fabric, and we keep it distinct from other finishes: it isn't a plush velvet, a brushed suede, or a smooth leather or leather-look material. A good woven fabric is warm to sit on, practical for family use and easy to look after. If you'd prefer a wipe-clean leather look instead, see our leather sofas.
| Upholstery | What it's like | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Woven fabric (Verona) | Hard-wearing, comfortable weave | Durable, low-maintenance everyday seating |
| Velvet | Soft, plush pile with a sheen | A tactile, characterful look |
| Leather / Leather Aire | Smooth, wipe-clean surface | An easy-wipe finish (separate range) |
It's the taller backrest. On a standard sofa the back often stops around the shoulders, so your head and neck have nothing to rest against; the Verona's high back extends further up, giving you support right the way up when you lean back. That makes it a relaxed, easy place to settle in for an evening, and it's a popular choice for taller people in particular. It's a comfort and design feature — a more supportive shape to sit in. To compare standard-back options in a larger size, our 3 seater sofas range is a useful reference.
A 2 seater is one of the most versatile sizes. It comfortably seats two, fits neatly into a smaller or medium living room, and works beautifully as a second sofa, a snug seat or a piece for a bedroom or reading room. If you often have more people to seat, you might pair a 2 seater with an armchair, or step up to a larger size or a set — but for many homes, a well-made 2 seater is exactly right. To see coordinated multi-piece options, our sofa sets collection shows the choice of combinations.
The Verona 2 seater comes in three easy-to-live-with colours. Grey is a cool, contemporary neutral that suits almost any scheme and is forgiving of everyday marks; black is smart and timeless and hides marks well; and cream is soft and light for a calm, airy look, though it rewards a little more care to keep it looking its best. That gives you a choice from very forgiving through to bright and light, so you can match it to your room and your household. To compare grey options across the store, our grey sofas page shows the wider choice.
Yes — the Verona is made for real family life. The hard-wearing woven fabric stands up well to daily use, and the fabric is practical around pets: it's easy to vacuum, and the darker grey and black shades help to disguise everyday hair and marks. It's low-fuss to maintain, needing little more than a regular vacuum and a prompt wipe of any spills, which makes it a sensible, low-stress choice for a busy household. You can complete the look with a matching seat from our armchairs range.
It comes down to the look you want and how forgiving you need it to be. Grey is the easy all-rounder — versatile and fairly forgiving; black is the most practical for hiding marks and gives a smart, timeless feel; and cream keeps a room feeling light and airy but shows marks more, so it rewards a prompt cleaning routine, especially in a busy household. Think about your room's light and colours, and how much wear the sofa will get. Our sofa buying guide covers choosing colours and measuring up in more detail.
A woven fabric sofa is easy to keep looking good with a light, regular routine. Vacuum it weekly on a low setting or with an upholstery brush to lift dust, crumbs and pet hair, paying attention to the taller back and the seams, and plump and rotate the cushions to keep them even. Blot spills straight away with a clean, dry cloth, working from the outside in, and avoid soaking the fabric. For marks, use a cleaner suitable for upholstery fabric, test it on a hidden area first, and check the care label for the recommended cleaning code.
Yes. The Verona sofas meet UK Fire Resistant (UKFR) standards, so the materials and construction comply with the fire-safety regulations required for upholstered furniture sold in the UK. This is a baseline legal requirement rather than an optional extra, and it applies across every colour in the range.
Most in-stock Verona sofas are delivered within 7–10 working days, with free delivery. Delivery is carried out by a two-person team who bring the sofa into your chosen ground-floor room, access permitting, and set it in place; old sofa removal can be arranged if you'd like your existing seating taken away at the same time. Because a high back sofa stands taller than a standard one, it's worth measuring doorways, hallways and stairwells in advance. Full timescales and coverage are on our delivery information page.
Yes. You can spread the cost of any Verona sofa using one of our named finance providers, all subject to credit check. Simply select your preferred option at checkout; the exact terms for your order are shown before you confirm. Full details are on our finance options page.
| Provider | How it works | Terms |
|---|---|---|
| PayPal Pay in 3 | Split into 3 monthly payments | Interest-free · subject to status |
| Klarna | Pay in 3 monthly instalments, or Pay in 30 days | Interest-free · subject to credit check |
| Clearpay | 4 fortnightly instalments | Interest-free · subject to credit check |
| DivideBuy | Longer-term monthly instalment plans | Subject to credit check · plan terms shown at checkout |
Finance is provided by third parties and is subject to status and affordability checks. Missing payments may affect your credit rating.
We specialise in upholstered furniture, and the Verona 2 seater high back sofa is a great everyday choice — a supportive, taller back for relaxed comfort, a durable easy-care fabric and a compact size that suits so many rooms. We describe our materials honestly, so you always know you're buying a woven fabric rather than leather or velvet, and we describe the high back as the comfort feature it is, without overblown claims. You're welcome to visit our Coventry showroom to try the back height and feel the fabric before you decide. Every order comes with free delivery by our own two-person team and our 14-day change-of-mind returns, we hold a 4.8★ Excellent rating from over 4,800 genuine Trustpilot reviews, and you can spread the cost interest-free with Klarna, Clearpay or PayPal Pay in 3, or over a longer term with DivideBuy, all subject to credit check. To browse the wider fabric choice, see our fabric sofas, and call us on 02476 705 600 if you'd like a hand choosing.
