Our high back corner sofa collection brings together9 fabric high-back corner sofas— supportive, higher-backed designs that give more support up to head and neck height, in both L-shaped and U-shape layouts. The range spans four designs (Verona, Carnaby, Bishop and Canterbury) in grey, cream, coal, silver and truffle, and the whole collection is currently in stock.
A high back corner sofa combines the space-efficient, sociable seating of a corner sofa with a taller backrest that many people, especially taller sitters, find more comfortable and supportive. Within the range there's some useful variety: two of the Carnaby U-shapes come with a matching footstool, and two of the Verona models are corner sofa beds that convert for overnight guests, so check the product title and page for the exact features of each. You can spread the cost with PayPal Pay in 3, Klarna Pay in 3 or Pay in 30 (both interest-free), Clearpay in 4 interest-free fortnightly payments, or DivideBuy for longer-term plans, subject to credit check, and you're covered by our 14-day returns policy. Browse allcorner sofasorU-shaped sofas.
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What's in this collection?9 fabric high-back corner sofas across four ranges — L-shaped and U-shape designs in grey, cream, coal, silver and truffle. Two Carnaby U-shapes include a footstool, and two Verona models are corner sofa beds. Every one is a high-back corner sofa, and the whole range is in stock.
What's in This Collection?
This collection gathers our high-back corner sofas in one place — nine fabric designs, all with the taller backrest that gives more support up to head height. It spans four ranges: the Verona (L-shaped corners, including two corner sofa beds), the Carnaby (U-shape corners that come with a matching footstool), the Bishop (large U-shape Alaska-fabric corners) and the Canterbury (L-shaped corners). Colours run across grey, cream, coal, silver and truffle. Because it's grouped by a specific style, the main decisions are shape (L-shape or U-shape), colour, and whether you want the sofa-bed function or a footstool. The whole range is currently in stock. For more shapes and materials, browse all corner sofas, U-shaped sofas or fabric sofas.
What Is a High Back Corner Sofa?
A high back corner sofa is a corner sofa with a taller backrest than a standard low- or mid-back design. That extra height supports the upper back, shoulders and — on many designs — up to head and neck height, which taller sitters and anyone who likes to sit back and relax often prefer. Combined with the L-shape or U-shape corner layout, it gives you sociable, space-efficient seating with more support. High-back designs tend to have a fuller, more enveloping look, so they make a comfortable, substantial centrepiece in a living room. Every sofa in this collection is a high-back corner in a fabric finish.
L-Shape vs U-Shape Corner Sofa
The collection includes both L-shaped and U-shape corners. An L-shape corner sofa fits into one corner of the room along two walls — the most common corner layout, and a good fit for most living rooms. A U-shape corner sofa is larger and wraps around three sides, seating more people and suiting a big family room or open-plan space, but needing considerably more floor area. Here's how they compare.
Feature
L-shape corner
U-shape corner
Layout
Fits one corner, along two walls
Wraps three sides
Seating
Good for most families
More — larger groups, frequent hosting
Floor space
Moderate; suits most rooms
Large; needs an open or spacious room
In this range
Verona, Canterbury
Carnaby (with footstool), Bishop
Best for
Standard living rooms
Open-plan / large family spaces
Exact dimensions vary by model and aren't assumed here, so check the width, depth and each run's length on the product page, and measure the walls the sofa will sit along. See the wider U-shaped sofas range for more large-corner options.
The Corner Sofa Beds in This Range
Two of the nine — the Verona High Back Cream and Grey — are corner sofa beds, which convert from a sofa to a bed for overnight guests, while the rest are fixed high-back corner sofas. If a guest-bed function matters to you, look specifically at the Verona sofa-bed models and check the product page for the bed mechanism and size, as these vary. If you don't need the bed function, the other seven give you high-back corner seating without it. Not every model in this collection converts, so check the product title and page before ordering. For the full choice of convertible options, see our sofa beds range.
Choosing a Colour
The range comes in grey, cream, coal (a deep charcoal), silver (a light cool grey) and truffle (a warm mid-brown taupe). Grey and silver are easy, contemporary neutrals that suit most schemes; coal is a darker, more dramatic option that's forgiving of everyday marks; cream is soft and light but shows marks more, so it suits lower-traffic rooms; and truffle brings a warmer, earthy tone. All are a fabric finish. Because on-screen colour can differ from the real fabric, a showroom visit or a sample is worth it if the exact tone matters, especially on a large corner where the colour makes a big impact.
Measuring for a High Back Corner Sofa
A corner sofa needs careful measuring because it runs along two (L-shape) or three (U-shape) walls. Mark the footprint on the floor with tape, measure the length of each wall the sofa will sit along, and note the overall width and depth, leaving room for walkways. High-back designs are taller, so also check the overall height fits under any low window sills, radiators or sloped ceilings. Then check your figures against the dimensions on the product page. Just as important is the route in: a corner sofa is large and may arrive in sections, so measure your doorways, hallways, tight turns, staircases and any lift at the narrowest point, for both width and height. If access is tight, confirm on the product page or with our team whether the sofa detaches into sections. Call 02476 705 600 if you'd like help, and see our measuring guide.
Choosing for Your Room
Start with shape: an L-shape corner for a standard living room, or a U-shape for a large or open-plan space and more seating. Then decide whether you want extras — a footstool (the Carnaby U-shapes include one) or the sofa-bed function (the Verona models). Pick a colour to suit your room and how much wear it will get, and check the high-back height works with your windows and any sloped ceiling. Because the whole range is in stock, you can order any model without waiting for a restock. Measure the room and the access route before ordering, and for a U-shape measure all three walls it will run along.
Fabric Care
Always follow the product-specific care instructions on the product page or supplied with your order. As a general routine for the fabric, blot spills promptly with a clean, dry or slightly damp cloth rather than rubbing, and vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment to lift dust and keep the surface even. Avoid harsh cleaners and abrasive tools, keep the sofa out of prolonged direct sunlight, which can fade colour over time, and away from excessive heat. Plump and rotate the cushions regularly to keep their shape, especially on the corner and any chaise section. For the sofa-bed models, operate the mechanism gently and keep the moving parts clear. See our upholstery-care guide for more.
Stock, Delivery and Finance
Availability is shown live on each product, and at the time of writing the whole range is in stock — so you can order any high-back corner without waiting for a restock. One model, the Verona Grey corner sofa bed, shows only one left, so it's worth ordering promptly if that's the one you want. Delivery is free to England and Wales by a two-person team, and delivery times can vary by product, so take the timeframe from the live product card rather than assuming one date. You can spread the cost with interest-free finance, subject to credit check — see the finance information page. If you change your mind, our 14-day returns policy applies; details are on the returns information and delivery information pages.
Why Buy from Furniture Instore?
You get a focused range of high-back corner sofas — L-shape and U-shape, in a choice of colours, with footstool and sofa-bed options — all with the taller, more supportive backrest, and all in stock. Our team can help you choose the shape, colour and size, advise on whether a footstool or sofa-bed model suits you, and check a piece will fit and get into your room. You're welcome to visit our Coventry showroom to try the high back and feel the fabric in person. The store holds a 4.8★ Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 4,800 genuine reviews, delivery is free to England and Wales, and our 14-day returns policy means you can order with confidence. Call us on 02476 705 600, Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm.
Frequently asked questions about high back corner sofas
What's included in this collection?
9 fabric high-back corner sofas across four ranges (Verona, Carnaby, Bishop, Canterbury) — L-shaped and U-shape designs in grey, cream, coal, silver and truffle. Two Carnaby U-shapes include a footstool, and two Verona models are corner sofa beds. Every one is a high-back corner sofa, and the whole range is in stock.
What is a high back corner sofa?
It's a corner sofa with a taller backrest than a standard design, giving more support up to the upper back, shoulders and often head and neck height. Combined with the L-shape or U-shape corner layout, it offers sociable, space-efficient seating with extra support — a look and feel that taller sitters and anyone who likes to sit right back often prefer.
Are these all fabric?
Yes — every high-back corner sofa in this collection is a fabric finish. There's no leather, suede or velvet in this range. The exact fabric is shown on each product page. Fabric is soft and warm to sit on and, across these colours, easy to build a room around.
What's the difference between L-shape and U-shape?
An L-shape corner fits one corner of the room along two walls and suits most living rooms. A U-shape corner is larger and wraps around three sides, seating more people for a big family or open-plan space but needing much more floor area. In this range the Verona and Canterbury are L-shape, while the Carnaby and Bishop are U-shape.
Are any of these sofa beds?
Two of the nine are — the Verona High Back Cream and Grey are corner sofa beds that convert from a sofa to a bed for overnight guests. The other seven are fixed high-back corner sofas. Not every model converts, so if you want the bed function, look specifically at the Verona sofa-bed models and check the product page for the mechanism and bed size.
Do any come with a footstool?
Yes — the two Carnaby U-shape corners (grey and silver) come with a matching footstool, as stated in their titles. The other models don't include one unless the product page says so. A footstool adds a handy extra seat or a place to put your feet up, and can help fill out a large U-shape layout.
What colours are available?
Grey, cream, coal (a deep charcoal), silver (a light cool grey) and truffle (a warm mid-brown taupe). Grey and silver are easy neutrals, coal is darker and forgiving of marks, cream is soft and light but shows marks more, and truffle is warmer and earthy. All are a fabric finish, and colours can look slightly different on screen.
Are high back sofas better for taller people?
Many taller people find a high-back sofa more comfortable because the backrest supports the upper back and neck rather than stopping mid-back. Comfort is personal, though, so we don't make a universal claim — the best way to judge it is to sit on one. You're welcome to try these in our Coventry showroom before deciding.
Do these corner sofas come left or right handed?
L-shape corner sofas can be left-hand or right-hand depending on which way the longer run faces; U-shapes are usually symmetrical. Where a model offers a specific orientation, it's shown on the product page — check it against your room before ordering. If you're unsure which you need, call our team on 02476 705 600 and describe the space.
How do I measure for a corner sofa?
Mark the footprint on the floor with tape, measure the length of each wall the sofa will run along (two for an L-shape, three for a U-shape), and note the overall width and depth, leaving room for walkways. High-back designs are taller, so also check the height fits under low windows or sloped ceilings. Then check against the product page dimensions.
How do I measure doorway and hallway access?
Measure your doorways, hallways, tight turns, staircases and any lift at the narrowest point, for both width and height, and check those against the product dimensions. A corner sofa is large and may arrive in sections — check the product page or ask our team on 02476 705 600 before ordering if access is tight.
Do the sofas arrive in sections?
Some corner sofas arrive in sections and some don't — it varies by model, and we don't assume it here. This is especially worth checking for the large U-shape designs. Check the product page for delivery and assembly detail, or ask our team on 02476 705 600 before ordering, particularly if you have tight doorways, turns or stairs.
How should I care for the fabric?
Follow the product-specific instructions first. As a general routine, blot spills promptly rather than rubbing, vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment, and avoid harsh cleaners and abrasive tools. Keep it out of prolonged direct sunlight and away from excessive heat, and plump and rotate the cushions regularly to keep their shape, especially on the corner section.
How long will a high back corner sofa last?
There's no single figure — it depends on how much it's used, how well it's cared for and the product's construction. We don't quote a fixed number of years or make durability claims. Following the fabric-care guidance and checking the product page for its specification is the best guide to what to expect.
Which products are in stock?
At the time of writing all nine are in stock, so you can order any model without waiting for a restock. Availability is shown live on each product, and one model — the Verona Grey corner sofa bed — shows only one left, so it's worth ordering promptly if that's the one you want.
How quickly is delivery?
Delivery is free to England and Wales by a two-person team, and timeframes can vary by product. Please check the timeframe shown on the product card for the item you're considering, or ask our team on 02476 705 600 to confirm the current lead time, especially for a large U-shape corner or a corner sofa bed.
Are finance options available?
Yes — you can spread the cost with our interest-free finance options, subject to credit check. Current providers and terms are shown on our finance information page and at checkout, so you can compare and choose the plan that suits your budget. Call 02476 705 600 if you'd like help.
What should I do if my sofa arrives damaged?
Inspect your sofa on arrival, keep the packaging where practical, and take clear photographs of any damage. Then contact Furniture Instore promptly on 02476 705 600 or through our support channels so we can help put it right. Reporting it quickly, with photos, makes resolving it much easier.
Can I return a corner sofa?
Yes — our 14-day change-of-mind returns policy applies, and conditions apply. Please see our returns information page for the full current terms and how to arrange a return, or call our team on 02476 705 600 if you'd like to talk it through first, bearing in mind a corner sofa's size.
What warranty applies?
Warranty terms vary by product, so please check the details shown on the individual product page, or contact our team on 02476 705 600 to confirm the cover for the specific corner sofa you're considering. We'd rather give you the exact terms for your chosen item than a general figure.
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