The easiest way to get started with selecting couches is to consider your preferences in use, style, and design - in that order. Your search should ideally begin with what the couch is meant to add to your home.
Is it a comfortable reading spot for a home full of folks who aren’t hooked to the TV? Is it more of an entertainer’s sofa, meant to comfortably seat no less than four people at a time? Is it a busy home with young kids who’re likely to use the sofa upholstery as their canvas? All these scenarios will influence your ultimate sofa choice. You aren’t just picking a piece of lounge furniture, you’re selecting your new favourite hangout.
At this stage, you’ll also need to work out if you want any additional lounge furniture to accompany your new couch. This is when to consider everything from tall floor lamps to Victorian chaise lounges. Once you’ve filtered for use and comfort, look at how best this sofa will complement your home’s Victorian decor.
What type of couches do I need?
By this stage, you’ll be fairly certain about how big or small your couch should be. You’ll now consider what type of sofa to buy, and this is when your preference in lifestyle and Victorian decor matter. A cream coloured bonded leather sofa will blend in well with a modern contemporary lounge setting; a plush loveseat will be more eclectic; and a Chesterfield will look great in a more traditional lounge. Another consideration is whether you prefer one-piece sofas, or if modular sofas are more your style.
Match or tastefully contrast your couch material to that of the rest of your lounge furniture and overall Victorian decor. Therefore, consider the material of your settee, chaise, ottoman and living room coffee and side tables. Sofa slipcovers are a great idea for lounge furniture in a home full of kids and pets. A leather sofa is sleek, and a velvet, suede or fabric sofa is plush.
