Buying Guide: Key Considerations & Questions

Key Considerations

  • Main Purpose – Decor, family use, or guest space?
  • Space & Layout – Room size, flow, and doorways.
  • Budget vs Investment – Daily use sofas may require higher quality.
  • Materials – Leather, fabric, faux leather, or innovative blends.
  • Sofa Designs – 1-seater, 2-seater, 3-seater, corner sofas, recliners, sofa beds.
  • Measurements – Ensure comfort and room fit.
  • After Delivery – Acclimatisation, maintenance, and setup.

Questions to Ask Yourself

  • Are you replacing like-for-like, or changing the style entirely?
  • What room and décor will it live in — high-traffic area or occasional use?
  • Do you need a timeless design for future redecoration?
  • Do you have pets or children to consider?

Materials – What to Know

Genuine Leather

  • Semi-aniline: Corrected defects, slightly less natural character.

Leather Aire

  • Fabric-based, breathable, durable, and soft. Doesn’t crack or peel like synthetics.

Bonded Leather

  • Combines real hide fibres with PU for resilience and appearance.

Faux Leather

  • Budget-friendly, leather-look vinyl. Not ideal for long-term heavy use.

Fabric Options

  • Velvet: Striking, soft touch .
  • Chenille: Hard-wearing,

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Different Sofa Designs

1-Seater / Armchairs

1-Seater / Armchairs

Compact, great for reading corners or accents.

2-Seater

2-Seater

Ideal for small spaces; complements 3-seaters.

3-Seater

3-Seater

Medium-firm comfort, typical length ~190cm.

Corner Sofas

Corner Sofas

Space-efficient, flexible layouts, chaise or recliner options.

Recliner Sofas

Recliner Sofas

Manual (pull tab) or electric (multi-position, USB charging). Allow space behind.

Sofa Beds

Sofa Beds

Guest-friendly; two-fold mechanisms; consider mattress topper.

Measurements & Sizing

Key measurements to consider before purchasing your furniture.

Length

Length

Overall width left to right.

Height

Height

Floor to highest back point. Taller backs = more support.

Depth

Depth

Front to back; affects lounging and room flow.

Seat Height

Seat Height

Floor to top of seat — important for mobility.

Seat Depth

Seat Depth

Cushion depth; deeper = more luxurious feel.

Seating Length

Seating Length

Usable space between armrests.

After Delivery

We usually deliver within 7 days (coastal areas can take up to 2 weeks). For postcodes within M25 we deliver on Sundays. For Scotland deliveries we usually deliver every other Saturday.

Our team will contact you 2 days before to book you in for delivery and give you an eta. Our deliveries start from as early as 6am.

On the day of delivery our team will call at least 30 minutes prior to delivery.

Ground floor deliveries are free.

We offer a premier assembly service and removal of packaging for an additional cost. Price for this starts from £49.99.

Need help? Call 02476 705 600.
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