SECRET Small Living Room Hack!! The Best sofa set for Living room You can Buy.
We all want to flaunt style and chic decor in our living rooms. And what is better than upmarket and trendy furniture that can create the same vibe?
With that said, let’s focus on some cool sofa set for living room. Well, it is not as easy as it sounds. There are numerous sizes and styles to choose from. At the same time, you need to select a trendy, stylish, and unique color.
That’s where we come in. We believe we can solve significant issues or avoid major problems with small actions at Voice of Action. In essence, follow the dimensions below to select the ideal sofa set for your living room ideas.
Size: Bigger is not always better
A big one is not always the best. Whether it fits your room or not also matters. Meanwhile, buying a small 2-seater sofa for your small living room is not compulsory. You can easily place an L-shaped lounge sofa in a 14×12 room.
But you must have a good sense of aesthetics to do that. If you feel you’re lacking that, follow this generic guide. Firstly, we will deal with the sofa’s length, depth, and height.
How long should it be?
Generally, 3-seater sofas are 70 to 87 inches long. For small rooms, you can go for an ottoman sofa, a loveseat, or a mid-century sofa. All these designs have minimal padding, and the sides are sleek.
Henceforth, a 70-inch sofa (3-seater) may be brought down to 56 to 60 inches if you consider these designs. But you can always go for a 2-seater if 60 inches seems too big. However, you must know that a 2-seater also runs 50 to 55 inches. Even the sleekest version would be 45 to 47 inches.
In the US, more than 30 million people live in single apartments. Their living rooms are, at best, 18×14, with 16×14 being the standard size. Hence, we are focusing on sleek designs here. Our decor’s motto is to accommodate a 3-seater comfortably in our small living room ideas.
How deep do you like?
The days are gone when you could almost disappear inside the sofa. Such plush sponge padding was standard during the 80s and 90s. PU foam dominates the sofas most of the time now. In fact, numerous other materials are used to make our sofa upgrades.
Hence, most sofas are not very deep now. I bought a soft PU spring sofa that’s as plush and fluffy as possible. But the depth of the seat is only 3.5 inches. Then, I found that the average depth of the sofa seats is the same, or 0.5 inches here and there.
What’s the best height?
The height includes the entire length of the sofa. It is the distance from the floor to where the sofa’s backrest ends. On average, the length spans from 26 to 36 inches. But that’s no bother. A greater height is no concern for a small room, as it does not take up extra floor space.
How to choose a sofa set for living room?
When you are planning to choose a sofa set when designing a living room, you should consider the factors discussed here. You can only select the best sofa for your living room by following these three steps. So, keep reading without skipping.
Understand your room’s layout.
You have to be aware of the measure of your room. Only then can you meticulously select the right sofa for your living room? And by that, I don’t mean knowing your room’s measurements.
I mean you should also know where the door and windows are. You must clearly understand what other furniture you want in the room. Let’s say you wish to have a 15×17 rotating egg chair in your room. Now, that’s practically impossible in 18×16 or smaller room sizes.
So, read your room’s dynamics and aesthetics first.
Common factors to consider here:
- Check that the sofa’s placement does not block your door’s way. The entrance should give a clean look into a significant part of the room.
- I prefer the windows not to be at the rear end of the sofa. They could be across it or, at best, at the front of the sofas.
- Then, I also want you to look at your room’s color theme. Don’t end up buying a beige sofa for a white room or something similar.
- Lastly, buy a sofa that complements the room and fits in. A gigantic sofa in a cage-sized room would overpower anything else.
Detect your own style and preferences.
I can give you hordes of sofa styles and design guides. However, I’d ask you not to go for one that doesn’t sync with your vibes. Don’t go for a boho orange sofa just because it’s trendy.
Now, let me suggest some common trends that people prefer. If you love minimalist living room ideas, you should choose a classic sofa. Or an ornate sofa at best. But nothing experimental.
People commonly crave any of these three styles:
- Modern sleek sofas (highly space-saving)
- Elegant high-rise and heavily padded sofas (generally spacious and come in bright colors)
- Chic and contemporary designs
Choose the perfect configuration.
The sofa set’s configuration is the most important. You should avoid using U-shaped sofas in small living rooms for maximum comfort and space.
Instead, I’d prefer an L-shaped sofa hugging one corner of the room. But you must know about these 3 common configurations:
- L-shaped sofas: Sits in one corner and gives ample seating area. It is also best for open-space layouts, commonly found in single city apartments.
- U-shaped sofas: if your living room is 24×18 or more significant, a couch will make it look more elegant. It gives a cozy but plush feel and comes with enough seating space. But it also takes up a considerable floor area.
- I-shaped sofa: These sofas are very rare. But, most importantly, they are out of trend.
Modern sofa designs fit for apartment living room ideas
A classic L-shaped sofa with a faux or velvety finish is a no-brainer. I bet you are not here to explore if you were to buy the same stuff in the end. That’s why let me introduce you to three coolest and upmarket trending designs that you haven’t considered yet:
Modern recliner sofas
You like comfort? You may like elegance too. Now you can enjoy both and save space with the modern recliner sofa. You are already aware of the features of contemporary sofa designs if you have read the blog in detail so far.
It is a multipurpose sofa that helps you lean back easily. Wanna feel cozy on your couch? No need to sit in weird positions anymore. Just hit the button, drag down the backrest, and pull up the leg rest.
BAAM! You have the perfect recliner position now. What else were you dreaming of?
Classic small and soft sofas
Well, sofas can be ultra soft, even if they are not covered in the plush sponge. That’s the reality of these classic two-seater or soft ottoman sofas. We also call them royal, colonial, or ornate sofas. The best feature of these sofas is that they have gilded accents and offer ultimate sophistication.
Sectional sofas
If something is most ideal for a small room, it’s sectional sofas. A modern living room set should have it. If I were planning a couch set for living room, I would have a sectional sofa with two single ottomans. Oh, not to forget my favorite- bean bags.
Eco-friendly sofas
95% of the home decor customers in the US want to invest in sustainable elements. And now sofas have got greener, too. Primarily, organic cotton and natural fiber (distorted and restored) make these eco-friendly sofas.
These sofas also use metal frames instead of wooden frames. And I personally prefer the cast iron sand flush finish. This design is devoid of synthetic paints and depends on the natural hues of the cast iron to create a posh look.
An ideal Budget for Sofa decor
When buying your sofa, you need to consider the budget too. Start with a threshold of $500. I suppose you will get the best of color, decor and design at this price. Meanwhile, you can go for a budget alternative too.
I found sofas under $200 on Amazon and IKEA too. But most budget sofas have sponge foaming, and a structure made from engineered wood.
I doubt their longevity. Also, it is better to visit thrift stores or auctions to get a good one at a low price (around $50 to $100). After that, you may refurbish it as you feel like.
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I hope these tips help you buy the best sofa set for the living room. Firstly, choose a couch that matches the room’s dynamics. Secondly, buy sofas that fit your preferred aesthetics. Lastly, select a design that is durable and eco-friendly.
I did not invest in discussing where you want to place your sofa. But the reason for that is apparent. You don’t have many choices if you have a small living room.
You can, at best, place it around the corner or the middle of the room.
If you need more suggestions, ping me in the comment section below. Let me know if you want me to make a blog on the sofa color guide. Your suggestions inspire us to create more similar content.
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