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The design and construction of sofa backs make a major difference to the way that they are sat upon. And since there are so many ways to sit (and lounge, and curl up) on a sofa, it only makes sense that there are many different styles of sofa backs available. In order to choose the right sofa back for your home you'll need to think about how you will use your sofa, as well as the overall look desired.
Sofa Function Matters
If your new sofa will be the focal point in a more formal setting a tight back is probably the best option. If, on the other hand, the furniture will be part of an ultra-casual room then the options are far more open. Consider who will be sitting on the sofa and what they'll be doing on the furniture, whether that's watching television, eating together, using a laptop computer, or having a nap.
Remember that certain sofa back styles require more maintenance, even though the overall look is more casual. Many people want the appearance of loose pillows, but don't want to be constantly picking up the cushions. Attached pillow back sofas are a great compromise. Just be sure that the seams are strong and well reinforced for durability.
How Do You Sit on a Sofa?
Don't underestimate the importance of this point. Do you sit up with a straight back, or do you lounge? Do you need to have your feet up? Is it essential that you sink into your sofa when seated or is getting out of super-soft sofas a problem? The way that you sit down in your sofa will determine which style of back is best.
It's important that you visit the furniture retailer to actually sit on the sofa beforehand. Images online or in a catalogue help with dcor choices and allow you to choose the perfect colour, but you can only decide which back is best by actually sitting down.
There is a difference between loose pillow backs and multi-cushion backs and you may only notice that difference when you sit down. Multi-cushion sofas often have softer pillows randomly arranged across the back, possibly in different colours and maybe even different sizes. Loose pillow backs can look very similar to attached pillow backs, except that the cushions are removable. But the fit is often much tighter than multi-cushion sofa backs, which also means they feel much different when you're lounging.
Choosing the right sofa back has a lot to do with your own comfort levels and the look that you want in your home. Try out a few different styles and shop around your final choice may surprise you.
Making a choice from the wide selection of corner sofa styles available is made easy through the combination of online shopping and checking them out in-store. By first checking out sofas online, it's possible to see a wider range than a store can possibly accommodate.
