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
- Aniline: Minimal processing, natural markings visible.
- Semi-aniline: Corrected defects, slightly less natural character.
- Top Grain: Outer hide, smoother appearance.
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. Typical lifespan: 3–5 years with care.
Faux Leather
- Budget-friendly, leather-look vinyl. Not ideal for long-term heavy use.
Fabric Options
- Velvet: Striking, soft, needs care.
- Chenille: Hard-wearing, pet-friendly.
- Wool/Linen Blends: Elegant, needs maintenance.
- Can be reupholstered if needed.
Different Sofa Designs
1-Seater / Armchairs
Compact, great for reading corners or accents.
2-Seater
Ideal for small spaces; complements 3-seaters.
3-Seater
Medium-firm comfort, typical length ~190cm.
Corner Sofas
Space-efficient, flexible layouts, chaise or recliner options.
Recliner Sofas
Manual (pull tab) or electric (multi-position, USB charging). Allow space behind.
Sofa Beds
Guest-friendly; two-fold mechanisms; consider mattress topper.
Measurements & Sizing
Key measurements to consider before purchasing your furniture.
Length
Overall width left to right.
Height
Floor to highest back point. Taller backs = more support.
Depth
Front to back; affects lounging and room flow.
Seat Height
Floor to top of seat — important for mobility.
Seat Depth
Cushion depth; deeper = more luxurious feel.
Seating Length
Usable space between armrests.
After Delivery
We usually deliver within 7 days (coastal areas can take 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.
