How to Buy the Perfect Living Room Furniture for Your Home
Like everything today, in many ways it seems as though we as consumers have an endless amount of choice. There seem to be an unlimited amount of options when it comes to choosing a furniture. Which for some, might not be an issue, for some being able to decide on a piece of furniture is simple, you know what you like, and that is that. But for others, the selection can seem overwhelming. Many don’t know where to start. Well, that is where we come in. Here are a few key factors that you should decide on prior to purchasing your next piece of living room furniture.
Consider the Size of Your Space First
If you have a large and spacious living room, you will need to decide exactly how much of the living room you really want your couch to take up. Are you willing to sacrifice being able to have other furniture such as chairs or a love seat for a larger couch? Do you want end tables? What about a coffee table? If so, a simple sofa or one with a slight L-shape is probably your best choice. If you are looking to get a sofa that makes a statement and is the primary focal point of your living room, looks for rounder couch shapes.
Determine Which Shapes will Give the Room the Look that You Want
Now that you have determined the size of a couch and what other smaller pieces you are hoping to get, it is time to figure out what shape you want. Remember that sleek, and straight edges, whether on a couch, chairs or coffee table offers a timeless look, going with a few curved edges can add some character and personality to any space.
Research Upholstery Options – Which is Your Best Match?
Let’s face it, aesthetic is important, but so is functionality. This is especially true if you have small kids or pets that can be particularly rough on your furniture. If this sounds like you, avoid less durable fabrics like suede as they can be a poor choice, and go with something more durable.
Give Real Thought to the Colours and Patterns that You Choose
Re-upholstering furniture can be a wonderful option when attempting to bring new life to an old piece, in recent years it has become a fairly inexpensive option and provides everyone the chance to personalize a piece of furniture. However, if you are planning on purchasing a new piece, try to choose a pattern or color that you think will suit your family and your taste for a while. After all, who wants to have to re-upholster a chair that they bought just a few months back due to a poor color choice.
If you worry that you are too nervous to experiment and try out bolder colors and patterns on larger pieces like wingback chairs and loveseats, you can always opt for something that is a little fun and funky like an ottoman that can double as a coffee table.