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Room planning guide

How to choose and measure for a sofa

Buying a sofa is one of the most important interior decisions you will make for your home. Follow our expert measuring, fabric selection, and spatial planning guide.

1. Measuring Your Space & Entryways

Before selecting your sofa, ensure smooth passage from delivery truck to living room:

  • Doorway clearance: Measure the narrowest point of each doorway and compare it with the sofa dimensions shown on the product page.
  • Hallway turns: Measure tight corners, stair landings and lift openings along the complete delivery route.
  • Living-room footprint: Mark the sofa outline with tape and leave comfortable circulation around nearby furniture.

2. Fabric Selection: Velvet vs. Textured Weave

Plush Velvet

Ideal for luxurious, tactile living spaces. Reflects light beautifully, creating rich tonal depth across diamond quilting.

Textured Weave

High-durability woven upholstery designed for busy family homes, pet owners, and high-traffic seating areas.

Fitting out a restaurant, hotel or office rather than a living room? Read our companion guide to custom furniture fabrication for commercial and hospitality spaces.

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