How to buy a sofa

We've listed all the things you should know before you buy a sofa.

Think about the function of the sofa

* Think about your lifestyle and how the sofa will need to function. Is it for a living room, a family room or a playroom?

* Do you have kids or pets, and how much effort can you put into maintaining it?

* How many people do you have to seat? What about a sofa bed for guests? Some sofas have built-in storage, so think about other uses the piece could have, too.

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