How to choose the perfect sofa for the living room?

Do you want to refresh your salon? Do you think about replacing the sofa, but you don't know how to choose the best model? If so, you need to know that you've come to the right place, because especially for people like you, we've created this short article from which you will learn what to follow when buying a sofa for the living room. 

Why is the sofa such an important element of the living room decor?

The sofa, sofa or corner are furniture without which it is difficult to imagine a living room. Salon sofa It is the basis of the living room in which life is teeming. It is on her that friends, family or household members meet. Comfortable Sofa for the living room It should not only be distinguished by an excellent design, but also a comfortable finish that will make spending time together in the living room even more pleasant. As the sofa is often in the center of the salon universe, choosing it, it is worth remembering to maintain the coherence of the room: whether the sofa will determine the main style prevailing in the living room or adapt to it, depends only on you!

Choosing the perfect sofa for the living room can be a relatively difficult task, which is why we decided to create a few tips that can be helpful when buying a new one sofas.

Light beige sofa with a black base

What should you pay attention to when choosing a sofa for the living room?

When deciding to buy a sofa, you should first of all think about what its purpose will be. If yours salonAt night, it becomes a bedroom, make sure that the sofa is not only an elegant addition that harmonizes the whole interior, but also a functional piece of furniture that allows calm and carefree sleep. Sofa with sleeping function It can also be a great solution for people who like to receive guests in their home. Although the very idea of ​​having a folding sofa is definitely recommendable, it is worth paying attention to the size of a given furniture. In showrooms that have a small space for Development, a massive sofa with lush shapes, will disturb the proportions of the room, which as a result may result in a non -aesthetic finish of the interior. In addition sofa folding With mismatched dimensions, it is simply impractical. 

Elegant sofa with sleeping function in the Modern Classic climate

1 - style, i.e. the determinant of each home

If you want the living room to be your asylum, in which you feel good regardless of everything, put on a style that best resonates with your sense of aesthetics and individual preferences.

Scandinavian style

Among the most popular, and thus, also the most common styles are distinguished by, among others Scandinavian style, based on hygge philosophy, meaning comfort and convenience. The same word hygge He is also translated by some linguists as "coziness". Hygge philosophy refers primarily to the internal state of peace and balance, but this concept can also be seen in the interior design inspired by the apartments of a society living in Scandinavia. The main feature of the Scandinavian style is to keep the interior in neutral and subdued colors such as white, beige and various shades of gray. Another element to keep in mind is furniture with simple, classic shapes, distinguished by exceptional functionality.

Although sofas in Scandinavian style They are characterized by unforced elegance, they will not fit into all interiors. 

Sofa with sleeping function in subdued colors, designed in the Scandinavian style 

Art Deco 

If subdued, neutral colors are not close to you, and your rooms are decorated with a claw, a good idea may be a sofa in the climate Art Deco. This style is not homogeneous and is largely based on combining classic elements from previous eras with designer and modern additions. Although at first it may seem that these two extreme parts will not fit together, Art Deco style It makes the whole room seem coherent and extravagant at the same time. One of the main assumptions of Art Deco is a statement of the past and the future with each other, but it is worth emphasizing that it does not have to (although maybe) to be done on the basis of placing a furniture in one room from the previous era and an innovative construction, which impresses with its unusual appearance even today.

Well, it turns out that more and more world -famous designers are focusing on the combination of these two completely different concepts in one cell  - This is how it is created Furniture in the Art Deco climate Available in our collection. 

Sofa In the art deco climate

Elegance in the first place, i.e. glamor style 

What distinguishes glamor style Against the background of other styles, it is primarily ubiquitous elegance. Interiors decorated in glamor style are characterized by a lot of splendor, and often also splendor. It is worth emphasizing, however, that a well -arranged glam room will not be associated with the proverbial kitsch, and all elements will perfectly match each other. 

Beige sofa with a golden basis in the glamor style

Vintage and retro style sofa

The vintage style involves the use of original elements from past years or products inspired by design from this period. Interestingly, to arrange the interior in this style, you can put on combining furniture and accessories from the 20s and 1960s, and modern equipment that perfectly match the current trends. In rooms decorated in a vintage style, there must be materials such as wood, as well as decorated structures (for example table with decorative legs). In addition, you should also remember about practical items such as enamelled tableware, which in past decades was in almost every home.

Sofas inspired by vintage and retro style They are characterized by intense colors and a simple form. 

Brown sofa in the retro style

Loft and industrial style 

Both loft and industrial style is a response to the needs of the community that lived in industrial buildings converted into residential real estate. The raw finish and ubiquitous materials such as brick or concrete were the basis for the creation of a completely new style, which today is one of the most popular ways to arrange a flat.

Loft style It is distinguished by a harsh form and a large number of accessories in intense colors that will bring some life to the interior. Furniture created in the spirit of industrialism is based on steel, modern constructions that are to be primarily functional. 

Brick sofa in the loft style

Boho 

The boho style comes from Gypsy folk culture, and more precisely from Cyganer, which was primarily artists, musicians, poets and actors. It is a combination of freedom with sophisticated expression, which aims to create something "new" and "own". Currently, the most important determinants of the boho style is the use of natural materials such as wood, linen or cotton, as well as placing a lot of references to nature in the interiors (they can be live plants or floral motifs).

The accumulation of colors and the variety of fabrics are also one of the most popular features boho style. 

Corduroy sofa beige 

2 - the material matters

The material is able to change the appearance of the sofa radically - everyone who decided to re -upload an old sofa. The selection of the material should take place on the basis of the best fit. To do this, you should consider under what conditions the sofa will be constant and then compare with the characteristics of a given material. During these considerations, it is worth considering external factors to which your sofa can be exposed. If you have children or pets, it is good to focus on material with high resistance to stains and dirt. By buying a sofa, you can choose primarily between leather upholstery or different types of fabrics. Both solutions have their pros, which we will present to you in the next part of the article.

Pros from the purchase of sofas covered with fabric 

The fabric is primarily characterized by a greater possibility to adapt its appearance to the individual needs of the client. Thanks to countless colors, as well as different structures, by buying a sofa with fabric, you can choose from hundreds of products that have a completely different aesthetics. The advantages of the fabric include an affordable price. In addition, weaving is a much better choice for people who want their sofa to be easy to care and clean. 

The most popular types of fabrics include: 

• Polyester — Material known mainly for its strength to external factors, as well as many applications. Currently, it is from polyester that fabrics such as corduroy, suede and even velvet are produced, which until recently was associated mainly with silk. 

• Wool - MThe atherian of natural origin, which gives the sofa a characteristic appearance. Wool is resistant to dirt and easy to maintain. 

• Flax  — Like wool, it is a material of natural origin. Its strength of destruction and abrasion is negligible, but a delicate texture and a pleasant to the touch finish make linen still used for the upholstery of sofas. 

• Cotton — Material, which is certainly very well known to most customers. A pleasant to the touch finish, unfortunately, is associated with weaker resistance to damage, as well as an increased chance of falling colors. 

Sofa folding upholstered in a pleasant fabric

Martindale's value

Speaking of what to look for when buying a sofa, you can not forget about the important element which is the value of Martindele. For people who have never met this type of term before, we are already in a hurry with explanations. Well, in a nutshell, this value determines the degree of sofa resistance to various types of abrasions. The value of Martindele depends primarily on the type of material used to cover the sofa - for example, leather sofas will be characterized by a much higher value than let's give sofas covered with cotton fabric or with a cotton admixture. Below we will present you a short combination that will help you better understand the way Martindale's value works. 

• Sofas that have obtained the result from 20,000 to 25,000 cycles It is furniture that will work for a relatively small number of people who care about the state of everyday objects.

• Sofas that obtained a result oscillating within the borders from 30,000 to 35,000 cycles They are characterized by slightly increased durability and will work in apartments shared with other tenants or in the case of small families.

• Sofas that the result oscillates within the borders from 35,000 to 50,000 cycles  They are an ideal solution for a large family, as well as for people with pets and people who are very exploiting furniture.
  
  
• As for the sofas, which The value exceeded 50,000 cycles, you can talk here about the greatest strength, which is particularly welcome in public places. 

Why is it worth betting on the sofa with leather? 

Leather is a material that requires specialist care, but in return it repays with a beautiful and timeless look. By deciding to buy a leather sofa, you can be sure that this piece of furniture will spend many years with you. The price you have to pay for sofas made of leather is slightly higher than traditional sod covered with fabric, but its cleaning is usually definitely easier. By buying a leather sofa, you can also choose from several types of material. Among the most popular is: 

• Natural skin — The material requiring impregnation and proper care during the year is durable and resistant to most dirt, it is not recommended to expose it to direct sunlight. If you have animals, you have to take into account that natural leather in contact with claws may lose its appearance. 

• Recycled skin — An ecological solution for people who value concern for the environment, as well as excellent design. Recycled skin usually has admixtures of polyester, but this does not make it look worse. Good information is that this type of material is cheaper than its predecessor. 

• Ecological leather —  It is an imitation of a skin made of materials that are not animal origin. It does not require care and impregnation, but its strength is much lower than in the case of natural leather. 

Sofa upholstered in ecological leather

3 - type of salon sofa

The last element we want to mention, of course, is the type of sofa for the living room. The type of sofa, like its material, should be adapted to individual needs. 

Classic double or triple sofas

Traditional sofas For two or three people are probably the most frequently chosen options. These are holiday elements that will be perfect for both long family visits and during evening relaxation. Double or triple sofas are available in many styles and color variants. 

Fold -out sofas

Folding sofas are an alternative to beds in small rooms. If you have a limited space and you care about your sofa PIt was a function of rest during the day and a comfortable bed at night, put on a fold -out sofa made of high quality material. 

Light blue sofa with sleeping function

Corner sofas 

So -called corners In addition to double or three sofas, they are probably the most popular type of holiday sofas. Thanks to the elongated part, the corner sofas will perfectly match both a small and large living room, while providing comfort and convenience of use. 

Corduroy sofa Corner in beige color

Modular sofas

The biggest advantage modular sofas It is undoubtedly the possibility of any setting. Sofas of this type consist of several elements that, depending on the needs, can be set in various configurations. This type of solution may be particularly useful when receiving guests or organizing a party. 

Yellow modular sofa for three people

Shocks

Shocklights are a perfect complement to rooms such as a living room or hallway. On our website you will find a wide selection of chaiselongs designed for people who value comfort and excellent design. 

Beige chaise with a golden basis

We hope that thanks to the advice we have prepared for you, choosing the right sofa will come easily. If you are looking for a good quality sofa for the living room that will be distinguished by an excellent design, visit our website Eye on Design and check our latest collectionę sofa.