Has it been years since you last purchased new furniture? You know it’s time to purchase a new sofa if you cover your current sofa with a blanket to hide stains or to prevent the threadbare couch from falling apart. If you’re looking for a new sofa, read on for some tips on choosing a fabulous new sofa for your living room.

First, what is the size of the area you’re looking to add a sofa to? If the area is small, you may want to consider a smaller sofa or a corner sofa so that you maximize space and don’t overpower the room with furniture. In larger spaces, you have a few more options. Be sure to measure your space and bring the measurements with you when you go shopping.

Next, think about the type of fabric you’d like for your sofa. Leather sofas are durable and are a nice-looking option. Chenille fabric is also a long-lasting fabric than can look nice on a sofa. Other fabrics may not be as durable, but they can still work for you. Shop around and check different fabrics out. You may be surprised by what catches your eye.

You should also consider sofa fabric colors. In many cases, a neutral sofa will work best, and you can accent the sofa with bright-colored pillows or other items. You can definitely choose colors and styles that aren’t neutral. Just keep in mind that styles change, and your bright-colored sofa may not be in fashion anymore after a few years.

You will also need to think about sofa style. Are you looking for a sofa bed? A corner sofa? Do you want the cushions of your couch to be attached at the back or loose? There are advantages to each style. Loose style allows you to rotate and move the pillows as needed. Attached cushions ensure that the cushions are always in the right place.

Finally, you should test the different sofa options out for yourself. A sofa that looks great online may be very uncomfortable when you actually sit on it. Test a sofa out; find out if it is comfortable to sit on and lie on. Also make sure the sofa feels durable and sturdy. If it passes the sitting test, you just may have found your sofa.

Purchasing a new sofa is simple if you just follow a few guidelines. All it takes is figuring out what you want and what works within your living space. And that’s it!