Anyone who has ever hosted a party knows that things can break very quickly. Anyone who has a light-colored couch and perhaps a couch with high-maintenance leather will be all the more annoyed if the couch gets stained by a spilled glass of wine. To avoid this annoyance at your next party, for example, you should pay attention to a few things when buying a new sofa.
What to look for when buying a sofa
The size must be right
In addition to design and comfort, the size should be right above all else. In a furniture store, a Sofa usually looks smaller because they are presented in large exhibition areas. So measure your living room again before you buy and also consider the distance to your coffee table and the television. Nobody wants to sit directly in front of their TV.
The right choice of fabric
When choosing the fabric, it doesn't necessarily mean that just because it's expensive, it's also good. If you have children and they occasionally run through the room and roughhouse on the couch, durable fibers like polyamide and viscose are best suited.
But these also have their disadvantages: compared to natural fibers like cotton or linen, they "breathe" better, i.e. the fabric can absorb and release oxygen and moisture. However, you ultimately have to decide which fabric suits you best: comfort or durability.
Also ask a salesperson on-site or get advice from your online shop. For example, at FashionForHome you will be helped in choosing the right sofa. Especially when choosing a durable sofa, you should ask about the "rub count" (Scheuertouren). This number indicates how robust the fabric is. For velour, it should be at least 20,000. So the rule is: the tighter the fabric is processed, the less sensitive it is. This way, you can let your children play on the couch without worry.
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