Home of sofas
There’s something about buying a sofa, isn’t there? A sofa is the site of so many important moments and memories, from a cloud of comfort to sink into at the end of a long day, to movie nights that bring everyone together, to a way to define your style to the world. I’ve seen how a sofa can transform a house into a true home.
Perhaps that’s why choosing a new sofa can feel a little intimidating. Fortunately, there are a few things to know that can demystify the process.
Leather v fabric The eternal debate
There are many who stand passionately in the camp of either leather or fabric but it’s important to think about your personal lifestyle and taste when choosing a sofa.
Fabric sofas are popular for being comfortable and cosy. Matched with a feather and down fill, they are luxuriously soft, and typically available in a wide range of colours. Linen upholstery is cool, summery and extremely on-trend at the moment. It’s the perfect choice for our warm Queensland climate.
If you’re wary of spills, stains and sticky fingers, a sofa with removable slipcovers like Freedom’s new Retreat sofa makes it easy to keep your sofa looking clean and beautiful. Another safeguard against accidents is to purchase Freedom’s five-year protection plan for your new sofa for absolute piece of mind.
Of course, there’s no going past a stunning leather sofa. Leather offers a feeling of richness and indulgence, and only gets better with age. With time and the right care, a leather sofa can develop a beautiful and unique patina that exudes character and history. The right leather sofa can also make a bold architectural statement, like Freedom’s unmissable Lune sofa with contrast stitching. Or, in a timeless shape like the Eton sofa, it can be the perfect centrepiece for a mid-century or classically styled room.
Choosing the right shape
With so many sofa configurations available, it’s important to plan your space before you buy.
Different sofas can transform how you use a room. A low-set or modular sofa can encourage lounging and family gatherings in an open plan living space, while two and three-seat fixed sofas can fit smaller spaces, but also feel a little more formal.
Chaises and ottomans are popular as a place to rest your feet and can double as a surface to place items in smaller spaces.
It’s crucial to measure your space to ensure your sofa is the right size – and don’t forget to check that it will fit through the door. Consider marking the outline of the sofa with tape on your floor so you can check the fit and consider how you will move through the room and around your new sofa.
Elevate your everyday
The best way to feel confident in your sofa choice is to chat to a sofa specialist in store, and sink into the cushions for yourself so you’ll know just how comfortable you’ll be for years to come.
Head in to our locally owned Freedom Toowoomba in the Bernoth Centre, 5/663667 Ruthven St, or call 3151 8450 and let our friendly, knowledgeable team assist you to ensure you take home the perfect sofa.