How to distinguish the quality of a sofa

Sofas are one of the most important pieces of furniture in a home, serving many functions such as sitting to watch TV, chatting, and relaxing. They are all excellent choices, and a sofa set can be quite expensive. A good sofa can last for many years, while a poor-quality one will break down after a few years. So how can you distinguish between a good and bad sofa?

Check the sofa fabric

Common types of sofas include genuine leather sofas and fabric sofas. Genuine leather sofas are generally made from raw materials such as cowhide. The leather surface should be rich and glossy, without scars, and have a fine texture. When you pinch a section near the leather and pull it upwards, it should feel supple and strong. If the genuine leather sofa manufacturer uses top-grain cowhide, then this type of material is of the highest quality. For fabric sofas, the fabric should be comfortable, skin-friendly, and have good breathability and sweat-wicking properties.

Check if the sofa frame is sturdy.

Sofa frames are usually enclosed in the outer packaging. Fabric and leather sofa manufacturers typically use wooden frames. A good sofa frame must be sturdy to maintain the sofa's stability and prevent deformation or sagging. Since living room sofas, whether leather or fabric, are frequently used, the frame must be robust. A good way to test this is to lift one end of a three-seater sofa. If, when the lifted end is 10cm off the ground, the other end of the sofa leg also lifts off the ground, the frame is sturdy.

Examine the details of the sofa

Lift the sofa and check if the bottom is well-finished, if the legs are straight, if the surface is smooth, and if there are anti-slip pads on the bottom. For example, with a small apartment fabric sofa, open the zipper of the matching cushions and observe and touch the lining and filling. A good sofa will also have exquisite quality in the details.