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Which sofa to choose? Our tips for finding the right model
When you say living room, you say sofa: it is then essential to choose yours carefully. The flagship piece of furniture in your interior space, the sofa is the element that will set the tone for the decoration of your living room. In addition to its design, it must be able to offer you the comfort expected after a long day, but also during your moments of conviviality. However, it is not always easy to find the ideal sofa. In order not to make a mistake in your choice, it is essential to know the different forms of sofas that exist, and the advantages of each. Let's find out together which one best suits your needs.
The meridian
Installed alone to decorate a room or as a module for a modular sofa, the chaise longue is the perfect sofa to lie down on to read a book, or to rest. It can also be placed at the end of the bed or used as a seat in the entrance to put on your shoes, for example. The chaise longue also serves as a bed, ideal if you have unexpected guests. Some are also equipped with a storage chest, a practical asset for storing your blankets or pillows for example.
The straight sofa
Easy to install, the straight sofa is suitable for any type of interior and any type of need. Available in different sizes, from 2 to 5 seats, it adapts perfectly to the space you have, whether it is a studio, a small living room, or a large living room. Opt for the 2-seater sofa for small spaces, the 3-seater for a small family or more comfort for two, and the 4-seater and more models for a spacious option without the bulk of a corner sofa. For small spaces, the straight sofa is the ideal solution. It will not overload your space and can be completed if necessary by an armchair to accommodate your guests. Its rectilinear shape is also ideal for studios or student rooms, where every square centimeter counts. In a large living room, it can be combined with other straight sofas: arranged in an L shape or face to face, this type of configuration offers a friendly atmosphere, ideal for bringing family and friends together. When you say living room, you say sofa: it is then essential to choose yours carefully. The flagship piece of furniture in your interior space, the sofa is the element that will set the tone for the decoration of your living room. In addition to its design, it must be able to offer you the comfort expected after a long day, but also during your moments of conviviality. However, it is not always easy to find the ideal sofa. In order not to make a mistake in your choice, it is essential to know the different forms of sofas that exist, and the advantages of each. Let's find out together which one best suits your needs.
The corner sofa
Larger than a straight sofa, the corner sofa fills the space, while creating a boundary between your living room and your dining room, for example. Equipped with a chaise longue, this type of sofa offers additional comfort, ideal for relaxing after a long day or for dozing off during a nap. In addition, the corner sofa, also called an L-shaped sofa, is the ideal choice if you have a large family or if you regularly receive guests. It is advisable to have a spacious living room in order to fully enjoy a corner sofa. It comes in different shapes: right-hand corner sofa, left-hand corner sofa, and U-shaped sofa, also called a panoramic sofa, ideal if you are looking for a spacious sofa. Indeed, unlike a corner sofa which only offers one chaise longue, the panoramic sofa offers two, thus offering more space. As you will have understood, the corner sofa is the one you need to accommodate many people or to have enough space to relax comfortably.
The convertible sofa
The convertible sofa, also called a lt sofa, is the ideal solution for those who occasionally or regularly receive guests, but who do not have enough beds. Indeed, the convertible sofa bed unfolds in a few moments, thus offering a practical extra bed to quickly transform your living room into a bedroom. There are two types of convertible sofas. The occasional convertible sofa, which does not have a mattress but which allows you to extend the seat and thus offer an additional bed. On the other hand, there are convertible sofas with mattresses, which simply unfold to form a bed. In addition, some offer additional storage space. If you plan to use this bed daily, it is preferable that the thickness of the sofa bed mattress is at least 12 cm and that it offers a minimum density of 28kg/m³. Regarding the filling, high-resistance polyurethane foam is to be preferred for an extra or regular bed. At the same time, you can also opt for a convertible bench, practical for having an extra bed or as a decorative element.
The relax sofa
Comfort is making a comeback in current trends! Choosing a relaxation sofa means choosing comfort without compromising on style. Indeed, modern relaxation sofas offer clean and sophisticated lines, easily adapting to your interior decoration. Designed to effectively support the back, head and legs, this sofa allows these parts of the body to relax completely. Depending on the model chosen, the relaxation sofa offers several possible positions: - relax: the footrest extends - nap: the backrest reclines and the feet rise - lying down: the seat is stretched horizontally The manual relaxation sofa works thanks to a lever and the pressure of the body, and therefore does not need to be connected to a power source to operate. However, the electric relaxation sofa requires no effort since it reclines using a remote control. Make your living room a place of relaxation by opting for a relaxing sofa that is comfortable, modern and elegant.
The modular sofa
Compose, decompose, recompose! Capable of taking several forms, the modular sofa can adapt to all room configurations. This type of sofa is ideal for people wishing to change the appearance of their living room regularly. Its scalable nature makes it an economical choice, because it remains attractive over time, thus reducing the desire to replace it frequently like a fixed sofa. Compose, decompose, recompose! Capable of taking several forms, the modular sofa can adapt to all room configurations. This type of sofa is ideal for people wishing to change the appearance of their living room regularly. Its scalable nature makes it an economical choice, because it remains attractive over time, thus reducing the desire to replace it frequently like a fixed sofa. Ideal for large living rooms and large families, the modular sofa adapts to changes in the configuration of your living room. If necessary, you can change the size of your sofa by adding additional bases.
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