Sofas and couches are long, upholstered pieces of furniture that sit or lounge. In informal conversations both terms are used interchangeably. Designers prefer to distinguish between the two.
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1. Affordability
Buying a couch can be costly however, furniture stores often offer discounts and sales. NerdWallet recommends shopping for a couch during these times to find the most affordable prices and to avoid spending too much.
A used sofa is a great way to save. This type of sofa is cheaper than purchasing an entirely new one, even though you can't customize it. You can find deals at local yard sales and flea markets and on the online marketplaces of major furniture retailers.
Consider the frame when shopping for a couch. The cheapest options will use mesh or webbing, while more expensive couches feature a kiln dried hardwood frame, such as beech or oak. There are a variety of springs that can be used for sofas. The ones that are less expensive have no springs, while the more expensive ones may include serpentine springs as well as eight-way hand-tied coils.A sofa can be outfitted with extra features, such as LED lights, power recliners and a bed built-in to provide the ultimate in comfort. You can also include a coffee table and other tables that are low-rise to your living area to add storage space and decor. Find out all the options and visit showrooms to test the furniture.
4. Environmental Sustainability
Fast fashion is a trend that sustainability experts have warned against. But, it's crucial to consider the environmental impact of large furniture pieces like couches that will be thrown out. A couch constructed from sustainable materials made by a local manufacturer is likely to leave a less carbon footprint than one imported from overseas.
The manufacturing process of a sofa is also important to take into account in determining its environmental impact. Does the manufacturer use renewable energy sources in its production? Does it use recycled materials to minimize waste? What are the processes that the manufacturing facilities it operates operate in terms of conserving natural resources and reducing pollution?
To decrease the amount of furniture that ends up in landfills look for a sustainable sofa for sale from a secondhand or vintage seller. Many of these sellers offer professional cleaning and repairs to extend the longevity of furniture, preventing it from ending up in landfills. Check out the offerings at Kaiyo an online marketplace that sells and buys used furniture to prevent it from being discarded.
If you want to choose a more sustainable option, look for a couch made from organic fabrics or sustainably sourced woods. For instance, VivaTerra's couches are manufactured in the USA with ethically sourced wood and hemp or organic cotton that is GOTS-certified. Their foam is Cradle To Cradle certified and they don't use any formaldehyde or flame retardants in their cushions. They also ship sofas in 100 recycled corrugated boxes and offset their carbon emissions in totality.
There are also companies like Maiden Home, which crafts their sofas to order to reduce waste and craft them locally in North Carolina. They make use of repurposed and recycled materials, including upcycled velvet and polyester that have the OEKO-TEX as well as GRS certifications.
