A corner sofa earns its keep when there are more people than a straight sofa can hold. The L-shape tucks seating into a corner that would otherwise sit empty, so you get extra places to sit without eating up the middle of the room. Pair that with a wipe-clean faux leather surface and you have a sofa built for the realities of family life: spills come off with a damp cloth, there is no fabric to soak up juice or sauce, and the price stays low.
From £499, in black and brown, it is the most affordable way to seat a crowd on a surface you can actually keep clean. For other layouts and materials, browse the full corner sofas range.
This is the question that trips most people up, so here is the simple rule. Stand in the room facing the sofa, the way you would when you walk in. Look at where the long part – the chaise – sits. If the chaise is on your left, you want a left-hand facing (LHF) corner. If the chaise is on your right, you want right-hand facing (RHF).
Get this right against your room layout, your TV position and your doorway, and the sofa fits the space properly. Get it wrong and the chaise ends up blocking a walkway or door. If you are not certain, send us a quick sketch or call before ordering. Shop by orientation here: left-hand corner sofas and right-hand corner sofas.
A corner sofa looks too big to fit through a normal front door, but it arrives in sections rather than one piece, and that is what makes it manageable. A standard UK front door is around 76cm and a walkway about 80cm; the separate sections clear those gaps far more easily than a single fixed frame would. Our own employed two-person team carries the sections in, assembles the corner in the room and takes the packaging away. Always check each model's section sizes on the product page against your tightest doorway.
A corner sofa takes more punishment than a straight one. The chaise becomes the favourite spot – feet up, lounging, kids piling on – so the surface there works harder than anywhere else in the room. That matters when you choose the material.
Faux leather is the cheapest and wipes clean, but it is the least durable. On a heavily used chaise the PU surface can crack or peel after a few years sooner than it would on a lightly used straight sofa. We will be straight about that. If this corner is the main seat in a busy household and you want it to last many years, genuine leather or Leather Aire holds up far better at the chaise and is the wiser long-term spend. If budget is the priority, or the corner is for a room that gets lighter use, faux leather does the job for less.
| Faux leather corner | Genuine leather corner | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | From £499 – lowest cost | Higher up front |
| Lifespan | Shorter – chaise surface can peel with heavy daily use | Longest – handles a hard-worked chaise for years |
| Feel | Smooth, uniform leather look | Real hide, softens and ages well |
| Best for | Big families on a budget, wipe-clean, short-to-mid-term use | Main family rooms, long-term ownership, heaviest daily use |
Because the chaise wears fastest, a little care there pays off most. Keep the sofa out of direct sunlight and away from radiators, as heat dries the PU coating and brings on cracking. Wipe spills straight away with a damp, soft cloth and warm water rather than letting them sit. Keep belt buckles, sharp toys and pet claws off the seating – scratches are where peeling starts. Rotate where everyone sits if you can, so the chaise is not the only spot taking the load.
Black and brown are the two faux leather corner colours. Black hides marks best and looks modern; brown is warmer and softer in a room. If you want to compare materials and shades, see our black leather corner sofas, the grey corner sofas range, or our straight faux leather sofas if a corner turns out to be more than you need.
Free delivery across England and Wales in around 7 working days, by our own employed two-person team who carry in the sections, assemble the corner in the room and remove the packaging. Add removal of your old sofa at checkout. 0% finance is available from £499 over 12, 24 or 36 months, subject to status. You have 14 days to return for a full refund if the sofa is in original condition.
How do I know if I need left-hand or right-hand facing?
Stand facing the sofa. If the long chaise is on your left, choose left-hand facing. If it is on your right, choose right-hand facing.
Will a corner sofa fit through my front door?
Corner sofas are delivered in sections, which clear tight doorways far more easily than a single piece. A UK front door is about 76cm; check each model's section sizes on the product page against your narrowest gap.
Is a faux leather corner durable enough for a busy family?
For wipe-clean and budget, yes. For longevity, it is the least durable leather option and the chaise wears fastest. For a main room you want to keep for many years, genuine leather or Leather Aire lasts longer.
How much does a faux leather corner sofa cost?
From £499. Prices vary by size and model, so check the current price on each product page.
Can I change a left-hand for a right-hand later?
Orientation is fixed when you order, so it is worth getting it right first time. If you are unsure, call us before buying and we will help you choose.
How do I clean a faux leather corner sofa?
Wipe with a damp, soft cloth using warm water and mild soap. Clear spills quickly and avoid harsh chemical cleaners.
Why does the chaise wear faster than the rest?
The chaise is usually the favourite spot for lounging, so it takes the most daily contact. That is where a faux leather surface tends to show wear first.
What colours are available?
Black and brown. Black hides marks best; brown gives a warmer feel.
Do you assemble it in the room?
Yes. Our own employed two-person team carries the sections in, assembles the corner in the room and removes the packaging.
Can I pay monthly?
Yes. 0% finance is available from £499 over 12, 24 or 36 months, subject to status.
What is your returns policy?
You have 14 days to return for a full refund, as long as the sofa is in original condition.
Is there a warranty?
Yes, every sofa comes with a frame warranty.
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