Sofas

How to choose a sofa

• Upright or lounging: a higher, shallower seat keeps you upright. A lower, deeper seat is for lounging, but it can be harder to get up from.
• Room to move: keep a clear walking route around the sofa. Leave about 45 cm between the sofa and the coffee table.
• The way in: measure the front door, the hallway and the stairs or lift. A sofa that fits the room may not fit the route.

Common mistakes when choosing a sofa

• Forgetting the open bed: most of ours fold out into a bed, so leave free floor in front for the open bed.
• No spare room at the door: a sofa that only just fits the doorway is very hard to carry in. Leave some spare width.
• Choosing a very deep, soft sofa for everyday sitting: it is comfortable for lounging but can be difficult to get up from.

What size sofa for a small living room?

Measure the wall first. Ours are about 190 to 214 cm long, so check that length fits with room to spare. Keep a clear route around the sofa to walk past.

Dimensions and materials

• Length: about 190 to 214 cm.
• Height: 69 to 92 cm.
• Depth: 84 to 98 cm.
• Seat height: 44 to 47 cm on the fabric sofas.
• Colours: grey, beige, white and black.

Our range of sofas

• Fabric sofas: the Anna with storage under the seat, and the Saar, both in grey or beige.
• A metal daybed: the Sablo in white or black, which stands against the wall like a bench. It takes a 90x200 mattress, sold separately.
• A low settee (a small sofa): the white Aliks, the lowest of our sofas.

Goes well with

• Coffee tables: a low coffee table in front of the sofa holds drinks and books.
• Side tables: our side tables keep a lamp or a cup next to the armrest.
• Armchairs: an armchair adds a seat without a second sofa.

Frequently asked questions

How high is a sofa?

Ours are 69 to 92 cm high. Check a windowsill or radiator on the wall behind before you choose.

What size sofa should you choose?

Measure the wall and leave space at the arms, so the sofa does not block a door or a radiator. Ours are about 190 to 214 cm long.

Which sofa suits a small room?

The shortest one that seats everyone. Ours start at about 190 cm, so measure the wall and check that the doors still open.

Which colour should you choose for a sofa?

Grey and beige are easy to match with other furniture. Ours come in grey, beige, white and black.

What is the standard depth of a sofa?

Most sofas are about 85 to 100 cm deep. Ours are 84 to 98 cm deep. Leave room to walk past in front.