Tag: Fabric Sofas

Sofa shopping can be confusing, to say the least. There are a thousand different choices to make in the quest for the perfect sofa. Among the considerations: modern or classic? High or low back? Fixed or loose cushions? All important questions in terms of style and look can be difficult to choose.

As you might expect, there is no single right answer. And rather than following personal opinions, recommendations, or experiences, it’s best to look at the benefits of each material to help you decide which sofa finish is right for you, your family, and your home. The most important considerations are durability, care requirements, appearance, comfort, and cost.

Chances are, you will use your sofa every day for many years, so take your time with this decision. Assess your, partner or family’s needs and habits. Allow yourself a little time to find just the right piece. You’ll thank yourself later. Here are the Top 4 Tips on Fabric Sofas 

1. Comfort

The feel of fabric sofas varies widely depending on the fabric itself and the support system of the sofa (eg the cushions and frame). However, fabric sofas, on the whole, tend to be much more comfortable than leather sofas for several reasons. First, fabric tends to be an overall softer, warmer material. Fabric is generally softer than leather. You want a fabric that’s soft enough but not too soft, the fabric should keep its shape and not wrinkle or sag when you get up.

2. Color and Pattern Options

Fabrics are virtually unlimited in pattern, texture, and colour, so fabric offers a much better chance of matching existing decor and getting the look you want. This is a great opportunity to express your family’s style: choose a sofa with a fun, bright fabric to grab attention or alternatively, choose one in a calming neutral to anchor a room filled with art or decorative pieces.

3. Cost

You can usually get more for your money if you go with a fabric sofa. Quality fabric and framing are expensive, but the same sofa in leather will always cost more.

4. Care

The wear and tear of fabric sofas most often depend upon the grade of fabric. As you’d expect, high-quality fabrics will withstand wear better. Most fabric sofas are treated with a stain-resistant finish, so when spills do happen, they’re easily cleaned with speciality products or a handheld steam cleaner. Also, the fabric doesn’t get scratched as leather does, so it tends to handle pets’ claws and kids’ homework binders better.

These popular fabric sofas you can find them at Habitat, Made, and this  2 Seater Bloomsbury Sofa by Heals.