{"id":1806,"date":"2011-09-05T15:58:44","date_gmt":"2011-09-05T22:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"\/blog\/?page_id=1806"},"modified":"2011-09-05T17:21:32","modified_gmt":"2011-09-06T00:21:32","slug":"tips-for-buying-a-sofa-couch","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.isearchdecor.com\/blog\/tips-for-buying-a-sofa-couch\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Buying a Sofa Couch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a rel=\"attachment wp-att-1288\" href=\"\/blog\/design_tips\/antiques-and-collectibles\/attachment\/isearchdecor-get-matches\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1288\" title=\"iSearchDecor-Get-Matches\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/06\/iSearchDecor-Get-Matches-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"iSearchDecor-Get-Matches\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a> Use our free matching service to find top vendors where you can source <strong>sofa furniture<\/strong> at unbelievable prices.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left;\">Looking for <strong>Sofa Deals<\/strong>? Tell us the exact piece you want, and we will work to source it for you through our vendor network at significant savings!<\/div>\n<p>To complete our quick and easy online form, <a href=\"..\/..\/\">click here<\/a> or call us at 855-77-isearch<\/p>\n<p>One of the first priorities after moving into a home or apartment is to <strong>buy a sofa.<\/strong> When purchasing a sofa, there are several options to consider including function, style, material and manufacturer.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Function<\/span><\/p>\n<p>1.\u00a0 Do you want a <strong>recliner sofa<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>2.\u00a0 Do you want a <strong>sectional sofa<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>3.\u00a0 Do you want a <strong>chaise sectional sofa<\/strong>?<\/p>\n<p>Before you make a decision, be sure to measure the area to verify there is adequate space for the sofa you are considering.<\/p>\n<p>For <strong>sofa sectionals<\/strong>, be sure to consider whether you want a right-facing or left-facing sofa.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Style<\/span><\/p>\n<p>There are several styles of sofas from which to choose such as a <strong>contemporary sofa<\/strong>, a <strong>modern sofa<\/strong>, a<strong> traditional sofa<\/strong> or a <strong>french style sof<\/strong>a. Each has a very distinct look.\u00a0 The arms and legs of the sofa are where the main differentiation of style are noticed.\u00a0 Look at magazine pictures and take them into the furniture store with you.\u00a0 A design expert can assist you in identifying your design style based on these pictures.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Material<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Today you can buy sofas in many different materials.\u00a0 Your choice of material will depend on your personal preference and the amount of use you expect your sofa to receive.\u00a0 Below is a quick guide for various materials and when it is best for each type:<\/p>\n<p>A<strong> leather sofa<\/strong> can be used as a <strong>living room sofa<\/strong>, as a family room sofa or in an office setting.\u00a0 They are easy to clean.\u00a0 Overtime, they may need repair which can easily be done by calling a reputable leather repair company. <strong>Leather sectional sofas <\/strong>are terrific if seating is needed for a large number of people. To save money, many people are choosing a <strong>faux leather sofa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>microfiber sofa<\/strong> is becoming more and more popular because of its urban chic look and its ease of cleaning.\u00a0 Simply wipe off a sofa made of this material and it looks as good as new.\u00a0 Another name for this type of sofa is a<strong> microsuede sofa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>A <strong>fabric sofa<\/strong> can be the <strong>most comfortable sofa <\/strong>you can buy. A typical fabric used for sofas is chenille because of its variety of colors and patterns and because of its softness to the touch.\u00a0 Snuggle up in a <strong>chenille sofa<\/strong> and you may never get back up.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Manufacturers<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bernhardt, Natuzzi, Broyhill<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Use our free matching service to find top vendors where you can source sofa furniture at unbelievable prices. Looking for Sofa Deals? Tell us the exact piece you want, and we will work to source it for you through our vendor network at significant savings! 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