More often than not, sofas become the centrepiece of the living room, so it’s important to choose wisely. Picking incorrectly can make your whole room look unbalanced, but not only this, it could end up driving you crazy knowing that something just “isn’t right”. The couch configuration you decide on needs to flatter your interior style and be in proportion to your space. In this latest EZ Living Furniture blog, we’re discussing the standard sofa sizes and the living rooms that are most appropriate for them. So, let's get started!
Armchairs (1-Seater)
Although, not a sofa per se, an armchair provides just enough space to seat one person comfortably. Individual seating for one means that you aren’t sharing with anyone else and can fully relax. You could easily pair yours with a matching footstool or invest in a manual or electric recliner version to extend your legs. The best thing about armchairs though, regardless of their design, is that they are always small enough to fit in any sized living room, even those that lack space.
Cuddler Armchairs (1.5 Seater)
A cuddler armchair is not something that everyone is familiar with. To put it simply, it’s a 1.5-seater armchair that offers more seating space than a regular armchair. There are various styles to choose from, one being a swivel feature that rotates 360 degrees. For a seating option that oozes luxury and offers a little bit of extra space in which to relax, choose a cuddler armchair. Again, you won’t need a massive space to accommodate one of these.
2-Seater Sofas
Two-seaters are the best solution for those living rooms that require more than one armchair but can’t quite accommodate a larger suite. We’ll be honest, a 2-seater couch is a little snug and will definitely seat two adults, but there won’t be much room leftover after this. Typically, this style is most suitable for tight living rooms because it is quite a small couch and won’t consume too much floor space but still provides essential seating.
3-Seater Sofas
As you can most likely guess from its name, a 3-seater sofa can seat three adults comfortably. If you have an abundance of space in your living space, then why not include enough seating for unexpected guests and family members? Hosting an event in your home can be stressful when you realise that you don’t have nearly enough space for everyone to sit. Avoid this issue from the get-go by investing in larger sofa suites like a 3-seater couch.
3.5-Seater Sofas
A homeowner who likes hosting friends and family regularly would benefit hugely from a 3.5-seater sofa. Still, this isn’t a widespread size when it comes to couches. You might have trouble finding this size in other furniture retailers. Measuring longer than a typical sofa, you will need a long wall to accommodate this bigger-than-usual 3.5-seater sofa.
4-Seater Sofas
4-seaters are incredibly versatile because they are the largest size of the standard sofa shape you will find. Four adults can comfortably sit on them, but should one individual want to spread out and lay across the entirety of it, that’s possible too! A 4-seater couch is just perfect for those homeowners who expect to have guests over regularly or who have big families looking to spend some quality time together in the living room.
Corner Sofas
No two corner sofas are made the same. Some can seat as many as 10, other smaller versions might only have enough seating space for 6. Either way, it can still accommodate more people than a regular sofa. For this reason, it’s important to take note of the amount of available seating space yours has before investing in one to ensure that it has enough space for all of your guests. Surprisingly, you don’t need a huge living room for a corner couch. Another benefit of these couches is that they can really save on floor space because they can fit snugly in the corner of the room. Ultimately, this utilises the otherwise wasted space and gives you more room to move around too!
Chaise Sofas
Did you know that the word “chaise” literally means “long chair” in French? Yes, it’s exactly how it is described, it’s a long chair-sofa. More specifically, it’s an extended sofa that allows you to rest your legs when lounging, which is why a chaise is also known as a chaise lounge.
If you’re looking for a multi-functional sofa that you can use as a bed, chair, and sofa, you are in the right place. For those who frequently host guests, this is also a great option to go for especially if they will also be spending the night. Again, like a corner sofa, a chaise is something that could easily fit in the corner of the room, so it wouldn’t take up much floor space overall.
Sofa Beds
If you’re really looking to turn your small living space into a multi-functional homeowner's dream, then a sofa bed is what you need. Sofa beds come in all shapes and sizes, some also known as “futons” will typically fold down whereby the seating turns into a sleeping surface, while others have a mattress hidden underneath the bed that can be folded out when needed. Remember, that although these are suitable for smaller spaces, clearance will be needed at the back of a futon to fold down, and a sofa bed will require even more clearance at the front for when the mattress is unfolded.
Modular Sofas
Modular couches are guaranteed to fit exactly in your space, why? Because, like a jigsaw, you can remove or add pieces to create your own personalised sofa configuration. So, for this reason, they are suitable for all living rooms both big and small.
Now that you know all the different types of couches, you can decide on what style will best suit your individual needs and those of your guests. If you’re looking to follow the latest trends with regard to sofas, we suggest reading the blog below.
Interesting Read: Sofa Trends For 2024.
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